The cost of education is much higher than even before. And if you are a new parent, the costs will only go up from here, with high education inflation. In today's episode, we are in conversation with Sunita Satapathy, director of Glosome Wealthx, on why parents need to be financially prepared for their child's education and how they should go about it.

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Why parents need to be financially ready for child's education?

Bandhan Life is among a very few life insurance companies which sell a higher number of term insurance plans than ULIPs or traditional policies. They sell term plans to self-employed too. In an interview with Mint, Satishwar B, Managing Director and CEO, Bandhan Life, sheds light on difference between term and other life insurance products and how to expand its coverage for better protection of Indian families.

Term insurance simplified! Yes, self-employed can get it

Gold prices have seen a strong rally over the past two years, delivering 20% annualized returns. In today's episode of Why Not Mint Money, we quiz Vikram Dhawan, head of commodities and fund Manager at Nippon India Mutual Fund, on how he thinks investors should allocate to gold right now. 

Is there more glitter to gold’s rally?

Margin trading facility (MTF) allows you to borrow funds from your broker to buy more shares than what your capital would allow. In today's episode of Why Not Mint Money, we are in conversation with Ashish Nanda, president and digital business head at Kotak Securities, to tell us more about it.

How you can buy more shares than your capital

Mutual funds just make for little over 8% of Indian households' savings. Can Sebi's proposed low-ticket SIPs increase the mutual fund penetration. In today's episode of Why Not Mint Money, I am joined by Anthony Heredia, CEO of Mahindra Manulife, to talk more about this.  

Can Rs 250 SIP mutual fund share in Indian households' savings?

Life insurance is often overlooked in financial planning, yet it plays a crucial role in securing our future. In this episode of Why Not Mint Money, host Radhika Makker sits down with Mohit Garg, Chief Strategy Officer at PNB MetLife, to break down the importance of life insurance, its different types, and how to choose the right plan for every life stage. From common misconceptions to evolving insurance solutions, this conversation will help you make informed decisions about protecting yourself and your loved ones.

3 W's of Life Insurance: Why, What, and When

Depending on the market cycle, one investment style tends to do better than the other. In today's episode of Why Not Mint Money, we are joined by Krishna Sanghavi, CIO-Equities of Mahindra Manulife Investment Management, to tell us more about influence of economic cycles on performance of investment styles and why long-term investors are better-off keeping things simple. 

Investment styles: What you should know about them?

As far as rental agreements go, often tenants and landlords avoid registering it, to save on registration costs and stamp duty. But what are the legal implications of an unregistered rental agreement. In today's episode of Why Not Mint Money, we are joined by Alay Razvi, managing partner, Accord Juris and Shashank Agarwal, advocate, Delhi High, to tell us more about this.

Should you register rental agreement?

When it comes to investing and financial planning, what should women keep in mind. In today's episode, we are joined by Alpa Shah, author of book 'Every Woman Should Invest' and chartered wealth manager, to talk tell us more about it.

Financial Planning Tips for Women

A real estate investment can give you long-term residency in another country. But what are the advantages of getting a residency permit in another country and what are its costs. We are joined by Binu Varghese, regional director - India, RIF Trust, to tell us more about this.

How to Get Residency in a Foreign Country

The Navigating Future of Wealth Report 2024, by the global migration platform Multipolitan, talks about the latest investing and wealth trends among the ultra-high networth (UHNI) families. In today's episode of Why Not Mint Money, we are joined by Nirbhay Handa, CEO of Multipolitan, along with Sandeep Jain, senior managing partner at Multipolitan, to talk in more detail about how UHNIs are pursuing and preserving their wealth.

Where the rich are investing: art, whisky, global residencies

Grandparents love to go the extra mile for their grandchildren, and investing in their future is a wonderful way to show care. However, navigating the world of financial investments for minors can be tricky. This episode breaks down the dos and don’ts of investing for grandchildren, covering the legalities, practical steps, and best options available. From fixed deposits and mutual funds to the newly launched NPS Vatsalya and children’s insurance plans, we’ll guide you through the right way to secure your grandchildren’s financial future. Learn how to maximize your investments, avoid common pitfalls, and ensure tax efficiency.

Grandparents Investing For Grand Kids: Do's & Don'ts

How do you get the courage to leave your full-time job to start on your own? Sanjay Rammoorthy, an ex-journalist and communications specialist, talks about being an entrepreneur, an early stock market investor, and running his business with the help of his investments.

An entrepreneur's investment journey and business lessons

In this episode, we talk with Abhishek Kumar, a SEBI RIA and founder of SahajMoney®, about the growing interest in unlisted equity. Abhishek shares insights into why investors are rushing to buy unlisted shares, the associated risks, and practical advice for those looking to enter this asset class. 

Should you buy unlisted Swiggy shares? Abhishek kumar shares insights

Stock markets have started to see some volatility. There have been concerns over valuations in certain pockets of markets, especially in mid- and small-caps. In today's episode of Why Not Mint Money, we are joined by Sandeep Bagla, CEO of Trust Mutual Fund, on risks and potential rewards of investing in small-cap funds.

Small-cap funds: Invest with caution!!

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