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Even the worst ELSS outperformed PPF over 15 years

Investments in equity-linked savings schemes (ELSS) of a mutual fund would yield higher returns compared to other fixed income instruments like...

MAS Team | 26 June 2015

Which is the most popular tax-filing platform?

The deadline for filing Income Tax Returns is fast approaching. If you haven't yet filed your returns, you should hurry and avoid last-minute hurdles.

Moneylife Digital Team | 17 July 2014

Which Tax form applies to you?

These days, a lot of people file their own tax returns. But you need to be careful about which ITR forms to use.

MAS Team | 20 June 2014

Taxes may kill your return from New Pension System – just when you need it the most

What are the implications of the New Pension Scheme, the much touted retirement product to come out in years? How good is it for your retirement?...

MAS Team | 22 May 2013

Tax benefit for investors in RGESS for first-time equity investors

Rajiv Gandhi Equity Saving Scheme (RGESS) is for anyone with an annual income of less than Rs10 lakh who has not done any equity transaction before...

MAS Team | 18 May 2013

Tax savings for Home loan interest under Section 24 B

The principal amount in the repayment of a home loan can be added to the 80C limit of Rs1 lakh for tax savings. The interest component of home loans...

Raj Pradhan | 02 April 2013

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Savings account interest up to Rs10,000 exempt under Section 80TTA

Interest from bank savings account is taxable, even though there is no tax deduction at source (TDS). The good news is that since 2012-13 under...

Raj Pradhan | 19 March 2013

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Go for tax-free bonds

These bonds do not give any tax savings on entry but the interest generated is tax-free for investors. Tax-free bonds are certainly a good bet for...

Raj Pradhan | 12 March 2013

Section 80C exemption: Choose your investments

By investing in certain financial products you get a tax exemption. Many of us wait till the the dying days of the financial year to choose our...

MAS Team | 26 February 2013

Tax savings on HRA under Section 10(13A)

Salaried individuals can avail of house rent allowance (HRA) exemption under Section 10(13A). Self-employed professionals cannot be considered for...

Raj Pradhan | 05 February 2013

80D – Preventive healthcare check-up

If you want to avail of a preventive health check-up, the government is giving you an incentive of tax deductions up to Rs5000. Find out how you can...

Raj Pradhan | 04 December 2012

Tax savings on Interest on deposits made for your children

While the interest on bank savings in the name of your child is clubbed with your income, Rs1,500 interest per child is exempted from tax. This is...

Raj Pradhan | 09 October 2012

Take Good Care of Your Health, says the Taxman

Irrespective of your and your family’s age, medical expenses are bound to happen. The good news is, you can save on taxes if you spend on your...

Raj Pradhan | 09 October 2012

New Pension System (NPS) is useful, if you can convince your employer

If you are only interested in claiming tax deduction under Section 80C, there are many avenues other than NPS. It is important to note that there is...

Raj Pradhan | 26 September 2012

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