Guidelines emphasise prompt notification, complete evidence, and organised records as key to avoiding delays in car insurance claims, with recent advice offering practical strategies for policyholders to expedite settlements. Prompt reporting, careful record-keeping and clear follow-up remain the best ways…
Despite easing deposit rates, savers can still secure attractive yields on short-term certificates of deposit, with Synchrony Bank leading offers at 4.15% APY for a 14-month term amid ongoing rate fluctuations. Deposit rates are easing, but savers can still find…
Money-savvy consumers are emphasising strategic spending, opting for quality when it counts and skipping unnecessary costs, highlighting a nuanced approach to saving that balances value with satisfaction. Money experts often say frugality is less about pinching every penny than about…
Insurance premiums can vary widely for the same vehicle based on driver behaviour, location, and claims history, revealing a complex underwriting process beyond the car badge. Two people buying the same car can end up paying very different motor insurance…
A 67-year-old retired government doctor from Coimbatore fell victim to a ‘digital arrest’ scam, losing Rs 98 lakh after being deceived by fraudsters impersonating police and CBI officials. The incident highlights a surge in online fraud cases in Tamil Nadu,…
Tamil Nadu has introduced a mandatory online system for first-time property sales, allowing buyers to complete registration digitally using biometric authentication and digital signatures, in a move aimed at reducing queues and fraud. Tamil Nadu has begun rolling out a…
Tehran’s cyber police have issued a warning about increasingly sophisticated online fraud methods, including AI-generated deepfake audio, malicious software, and stolen login codes, posing a new threat to victims and financial security. Tehran’s cyber police have warned that online fraud…
A recent analysis highlights how the financial lessons passed from parents to children influence wealth accumulation and social mobility, emphasising the importance of mastering asset ownership, debt management, and long-term planning to bridge the economic divide. The idea that money…
Navigating the financial challenges of your 30s requires strategic prioritisation, from managing debt and building emergency funds to saving for retirement and future milestones. Discover practical steps to optimise your savings and create financial flexibility. Your 30s can be a…
An Indian woman’s detailed monthly budget in Shanghai highlights the soaring expenses of family life in one of China’s priciest cities, sparking debate on affordability for expatriates. An Indian woman living in Shanghai has drawn attention to the steep price…
After a summer of indulgence, experts advise planning ahead and adjusting spending habits to prevent debt and rebuild savings, ensuring a smoother financial start to the year. After a summer of terraces, ice creams, restaurant meals and impulse purchases, the…
India’s Supreme Court is examining whether the legal framework for resolving consumer disputes should base jurisdiction on the price paid for goods or services, or on the compensation sought, amid ongoing legal debates on fairness and statutory interpretation. The Supreme…
