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- The residential realty market is expected to look up post-RERA and other consumer-friendly provisions, but the loopholes are hurting

Fund Snapshot
Balanced funds have received massive inflows this year. Their annualized returns over long term (five years) are close to that of large-cap funds.
Here's a financial guide for families with monthly income of over Rs 2 lakh
Building an emergency fund and getting adequate health cover should be the Varadarajans' top priorities, says Financial Planner Vishal Dhawan With bank deposit rates plunging, investors look at corporate bonds, but there are some pitfalls Gold had done well this year. Should you buy this festive season? What to do if you have missed filing your I-T return