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FinEdge is India's leading tech enabled investment management company and manages over 1400 crores of goal-based investments for its 20,000 clients spread across 1700 cities in the country.

Our team combines deep financial planning experience with behavioral insights to help investors make smart, goal-aligned decisions.

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Chasing Returns vs. Wealth Creation

Creating Wealth from your investments is all about return maximization, right? Wrong! It may surprise you to know that your pernicious little habit of always trying to maximize portfolio returns may in fact be what is impeding your ability to generate long-term wealth. Here’s are four reasons why.

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Should you invest into NFO’s (New Fund Offers)?

AMFI's ad campaign boosts mutual fund interest, but investors must cautiously assess NFOs amidst SEBI's re-categorization.

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How to Make Your SIP Investments Work for You

Fuelled by AMFI’s impactful “Mutual Funds Sahi Hai” campaign, Mutual Fund SIP’s have witnessed massive traction over the past few years. In fact, monthly SIP flows of the industry has had a giant leap in the past few years to almost Rs. 14,000 crores. If you’re a Mutual Fund SIP investor, here are four ways to make them work for you.

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Indian Fathers Prioritize Daughters' Education Over Early Marriage as Per FinEdge Study

At 30, the highest priority goal for fathers is to buy a home (26%), with only 6% of them actively planning for their children's futures at this stage. Only 1 in 5 respondents prioritize their retirement over their child's education; proclivity for retirement planning is slightly more pronounced in the south zone

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Maintaining Your Financial Health With a Financial Advisor

Financial health is essential to an individual’s well-being and stability. Unfortunately, many people lack the knowledge and skills to properly manage their finances. This is where a financial advisor can help. A financial advisor is a professional who provides financial advice and services to clients. They are knowledgeable in the areas of budgeting, investments, taxes, retirement planning, and estate planning. An advisor can help you develop a plan to manage your money and reach your financial goals.

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Financial Planner vs Financial Advisor: What's the Difference?

Financial planning is a crucial part of a person’s overall financial health. People often use the terms “financial planner” and “financial advisor” interchangeably, but they are not the same. Although they both help people manage their finances, they offer different services and specialize in different areas of financial planning.

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Factors To Consider Before Investing in ELSS

Investing in equity linked savings schemes (ELSS) is a popular way to save money and grow wealth. ELSS Mutual Funds provide tax saving benefits, along with the potential to earn higher returns than some other investment options. However, before investing in ELSS fund, there are several factors that should be considered.

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Keep Your Dreams Alive By Investing in Mutual Funds

Dreams are the driving force behind every human being. We all want to dream bigger and achieve more. The key to a successful life is to keep your dreams alive and to invest in your future. One of the best ways to do so is by working with a mutual fund investment planner. Mutual funds are a popular investment option that provide you with the opportunity to invest your funds in multiple companies, industries, and even global markets.

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How To Start An SIP Online in Three Simple Steps

Starting a SIP investment plan is one of the smartest ways to build long-term wealth while effectively managing risk. By investing systematically, you harness the power of compounding and create a disciplined approach to achieving your financial goals. This guide will walk you through the three simple steps to start a SIP online and make informed investment decisions.

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Here's Why ELSS Investment is Better Than PPF & NSC

Read this blog to learn why ELSS is better investment option than PPF & NSC. Besides tax savings, it offers capital appreciation. To know more ELSS mutual funds, visit FinEdge now!

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How To Plan For Retirement As Per Your Age

Retirement is a major life event that many people look forward to, and one of the key objectives of availing high quality financial advisory services is to ensure that you have an adequate retirement corpus in place. For some, retirement is a time to relax and enjoy the fruits of their labor. For others, it's a time to travel, pursue hobbies, and spend time with family. Regardless of how you plan to spend your retirement, it's important to plan ahead. Here are some tips on how to plan for retirement, based on your age.

Are You Saving Enough For Your Child’s Education?

Working with a financial planner to save for your child’s education is one of the most important things you can do as a parent. It can be difficult to decide how much you should be saving and where to put your money, but it’s essential to have a solid child education plan in place Here we look at the importance of saving for your child’s education, how to go about it, and what to consider when planning for their future.