8 Common Investment Mistakes That Can Hurt Retirement Planning
By recognizing various pitfalls early in life, individuals can prepare more effectively to ensure their golden years remain peaceful, independent, and financially secure.
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What Is Base Expense Ratio?
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has changed how mutual fund expenses are disclosed by introducing the base expense ratio (BER). Previously, investors kept a track of their mutual fund expenses through the total expense ratio (TER), which combined fund management fees with taxes and statutory charges, such as goods and services tax (GST) and securities transactions tax (STT). This made it difficult for investors to see what fund houses actually charged. In contrast, BER includes only the core expenses of running a mutual fund scheme, and statutory charges are disclosed separately.
SIP For Short-Term Goals Without Compromising Long-Term Dreams
SIPs are most often spoken of in the language of patience. They are associated with retirement, children’s education, and other goals that sit comfortably a decade or two away.
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By recognizing various pitfalls early in life, individuals can prepare more effectively to ensure their golden years remain peaceful, independent, and financially secure.
