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Lost your PAN Card ?

In the US, the Social Security card is of paramount importance as it helps to identify each resident taxpayer. Its Indian equivalent is the PAN card.

What is PAN?
Permanent Account Number (PAN) is a 10-digit alphanumeric code that is issued to taxpayers in the form of a laminated card.

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How do I buy Precious Stones ?

Is there more to precious stones than being the perfect way to display your wealth, power and status? Should you invest in precious stones? Why not, but after you understand some key issues with regard to such investments.

Know your stone: Each type of stone has its own measures of quality.

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Older mutual funds mean better returns?

Old Mutual FundsOf late, many companies have set up mutual fund houses in order to capitalize on India’s booming economy. But do you know which of these were the first to set up shop in India? And how are they doing now?

The Indian mutual fund industry boasts of some of the most popular names of the business world, both Indian as well as foreign.

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Say Goodbye to your Mutual Fund if…

goodbye mutual fundWhile there may be several occasions to redeem your mutual fund investment, here are the five most pervasive reasons.

1. When you have achieved your investment objective

A mutual fund investment is made with the intent of achieving a specific investment objective. Some of these investment objectives include, among others, planning for child’s education, planning for retirement, saving for a house/car.

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Why do Equity funds hold cash?

In this article, we discuss the various scenarios when an equity fund is likely to hold a significant portion of its portfolio in cash.

1. Lack of investment opportunities

There are some funds (like value funds for instance), that opt for the mandate to hold a significant portion of their portfolio in cash.

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The Indian Garments Industry: NRI Business Opportunity

The love for fashion and designer-wear is a universal one, cutting across gender, age, caste, creed, and religion. Fashion-loving NRIs may be interested in India’s textile, garments, and fashion industry. If you’re a garment manufacturer, fashion designer, or an investor, you have a lot to gain.

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Tips to apply for an NRI home Loan

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Buying a house or property in India is relatively simple for an NRI /PIO. Any Indian who has been living abroad for employment, conducting business or pursuing a vocation is eligible for a NRI Housing loan! Personnel deputed abroad on short term or long term assignments with foreign governments or international agencies are also eligible for these loans.

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