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An ithought endeavour that aims at creating Holistic Financial Plans for Individuals, small and medium Enterprises and Trusts.
Jul 25, 2023 17 tweets 3 min read
Early this month, the #FinanceMinister's statement regarding the twin #balancesheet problem once again drew attention to this issue. According to the Minister, what was once considered a challenge has now transformed into a "Twin Balance Sheet Advantage." (1/n)

#economy #thread To begin, let's gain a clear understanding of what the twin balance sheet issue entails. (2/n)

#twinbalancesheet #india #economy #personalfinance
Jun 26, 2023 14 tweets 2 min read
If you are close to retirement and find yourself worrying about your pension or looking for ways to generate a passive income to help you through retirement...

Then this thread is for you! (1/n)

#retirementplanning #pension #income #thread If you find yourself wondering:

1. How do I generate annuity income throughout my retirement?

2. What annuity plan should I go with?

We are here to provide some clarity. Read on! (2/n)

#annuity #retirement #income
May 8, 2023 12 tweets 9 min read
The actual cost of delaying an #investmentdecision is often unknown until one notices a shortfall in their corpus.

This often prevents one from achieving your goals on time.

Let's explore the cost of delay with an example. (1/n)

#financialplanning #financialgoals Let's say you are 15 years away from retirement.

After retirement, you require ₹60,000 per month in expenses (in today's value) to live comfortably. (2/n)

#retirement #financialplanning #savings #investing
May 2, 2023 13 tweets 10 min read
If you ever wondered...

"Do I need a Financial Advisor?"

...this thread can help you decide!

Read on! (1/n)

#financialadvisor #financialplanning #financialgoals #personalfinance #thread Before we begin, reflect on these two questions...

When choosing between two similar investment options, have you ever wondered which one you should pick?

Ever wondered if an #insurance policy could protect your family or if it was just bells and whistles? (2/n)

#investing
Mar 21, 2023 11 tweets 10 min read
Confused about tax filing in India?

Don't worry, you're not alone!

Here are some essential Do's and Don'ts to help you file your taxes with ease!

A thread! (1/n)

#taxfiliing #tax #deductions #personalfinance #thread #1 Be On Time

Remember to file your tax returns on time. This can help you avoid penalties and legal issues with the Income Tax Department.

The deadline for filing taxes in India is usually July 31st. (2/n)

#taxreturns #taxes #incometax #directtax
Mar 15, 2023 10 tweets 9 min read
Are you a Senior Citizen looking to secure your Retirement and generate regular income?

Let's explore the Top investment avenues that offer stability & security! (1/n)

#seniorcitizen #investment #retirement #fixedincome As we grow older, it's important to plan for retirement and consider investment options that offer stability and security.

Here are a few Investment avenues that offer capital preservation and regular income. (2/n)

#retirementplanning #investment #income
Mar 6, 2023 14 tweets 10 min read
Entrepreneurs, are you tired of paying hefty taxes?

Don't worry! We got you covered!

Check out these top tax-saving tips that can benefit your business and your bottom line. (1/n)

#entrepreneurs #taxes #taxsavings #taxtips #1 Hire Family Members & Relatives:

You can reduce your tax liability by paying salaries to family members, which are tax-deductible. Their income may also be below the taxable threshold. (2/n)

#tax #taxexemption #taxliability
Feb 27, 2023 12 tweets 9 min read
Almost every millennial aspires to retire early. But most of the time, this goal seems almost impossible to achieve.

Well, let us tell you... it's NOT impossible! Welcome to the world of FIRE! (1/n)

#financialplanning #financialgoals #retireearly #thread So, what is FIRE?

FIRE stands for Financial Independence Retire Early and it's all about achieving financial freedom so that you can retire early and live life on your own terms. (2/n)

#financialindependence #financialfreedom #retirementplanning
Feb 21, 2023 18 tweets 12 min read
If you are looking for an efficient investment to save tax in India, this is for YOU!

The BEST way is to invest in ELSS Mutual Funds. You can save up to ₹46,800 in taxes under Section 80C!

Here is how! (1/n)

#ELSS #mutualfunds #taxexemption #thread Every year in March, as the financial quarter comes to an end, there is a rush to invest in tax-saving funds.

And with the quarter end so near, let's look at why ELSS is so popular as a tax saving scheme. (2/n)

#ELSSfunds #taxsavings #investment
Feb 16, 2023 13 tweets 8 min read
Is there a SMARTER way to buy Term Insurance?

Can you get back all premiums paid while paying the same premium as a Pure Term cover?

This all sounds too good to be true, doesn't it? Let's dive deeper to find out 👇 (1/n)

#terminsurance #insurebesure #insurancepremium #thread Zero-Cost Term Insurance plans allow you to 'exit' from the policy, thereby getting all the premiums that you have paid back.

But wait... What's the 'catch’? (2/n)

#insurance #terminsurance #financialfreedom
Feb 9, 2023 8 tweets 6 min read
Just a month into the new year and we already see some new myths floating around Financial Planning.

In this thread, we aim to debunk some of these myths & take a look at how financial planning can help you, the reader! (1/n)

#financialplanning #FinancialFreedom #MythVsFacts Myth #1 Financial Planning is Only for Rich People

At their core, a good Financial Planner helps YOU achieve YOUR GOALS. Everyone has goals, not just rich people.

A good financial plan will help map your goals & help make your 'plan' a reality. (2/n)

#financialgoals
Nov 14, 2022 16 tweets 11 min read
To all of you who are new to the workforce… Congratulations!!! You have secured your first job.

But are you confused about how to best use your current salary? (1/n)

#salary #cashflow #payday #money Most people complicate things. It is only natural when there are so many investment products to choose from. That need not be the case.

Here are some simple tips for someone just starting! (2/n)

#equity #fixedincome #gold #realestate
Oct 31, 2022 13 tweets 9 min read
Have you ever wondered how much you need to save for your retirement? Ever wonder if you will make it or fall short?

Over 600+ clients have benefited from our Financial Planning engagement!

Here are FIVE ways financial planning can help you! (1/13)

#financialindependence Before we begin, financial planning is a very personalised process. Every person's need is different. That is why we aim to craft tailor-made financial plans to meet each individual's needs. (2/13)

#financialplanning #personalfinance #savingstips
Oct 26, 2022 14 tweets 6 min read
Have you bought a car on the occasion of Diwali?🧨 While purchasing a car is an enjoyable process, choosing the correct insurance often becomes confusing.

Here is a short #thread on 7 things you should consider before buying #CarInsurance. (1/n) #1 Should you take insurance from the tie-up dealer or with an outside agent?

Insurance from the dealership is often more expensive than when individually purchased. The reason is the dealer passes on the commission received on selling #insurance to the customer. (2/n)
Apr 19, 2022 8 tweets 4 min read
Travel is back on the table! With restrictions easing off, most of us are now determined to plan our next exotic vacation.

We have our bucket lists ready, a list of places to see, things to do, and cuisines to savour. But what about insurance? (1/8)

#insurance #travelinsurance Travelling on a budget is not easy. We know from practice that we need to set aside money for unforeseen expenses. But, when travelling to a foreign land, could we take an extra step to be a little more prepared? (2/8)

#travel #financialplanning
Feb 13, 2021 7 tweets 4 min read
What are the objectives of #lifeinsurance? Why is #lifeinsurance important?
Jan 19, 2021 8 tweets 3 min read
Smriti was always an organised person, yet her finances were all over the place! #Tax was her nemesis.
She:
Paid more #TDS than required
Rushed her tax saving investments
This time on Essence of Planning, we’re showing you how financial planning changed Smriti’s life for good!
Jan 9, 2021 9 tweets 5 min read
January is named after the Roman two-faced god #Janus. It’s time to look back at what you’ve achieved and look forward to what you’ve got to do. 3 solid reasons to review your #financialplan in 2021. Are you confident that your financial plan is still relevant and adaptable? Are you in the best of #financial health?
Dec 7, 2020 11 tweets 5 min read
Are you excited for our December episode of Kairos?
This time we're exploring 🤹🏽‍♂‍Financial stability 🤹🏽‍♂‍

#‍Financialstability Missed the trailer? Quick recap:
👨🏽Maran, 48, Public Sector Bank Employee
❓Retire or be financially responsible
👴🏽ailing father
👩🏽‍🎓✈️daughter wants to study abroad
✅⏲️Right time for VRS?