11 Investment mistakes young earners should avoid!

In this article, SEBI registered investment advisor, Sriram Jayaram discusses 11 investment mistakes young earners and anyone new to personal money management should avoid. About the author: Sriram Jayaraman is a SEBI registered fee-only Investment adviser. After 27 years of working in large IT companies in India, he achieved financial independence and retired early to become…

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When you hear the name ‘Elon Musk’, what is the first thing that comes to mind?

I recently asked a group of young people, “What is the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the name ‘Elon Musk’?” Here are some of the responses: Brilliant Genius Visionary Passionate Mad genius Crazy Thinker Leader Saviour impulsive entrepreneur risk-taker hero idol god rich billionaire I then asked, Why is Elon Musk successful?…

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New to investing? Avoiding this rookie mistake can make a big difference!

Every year, tens of thousands of people start their careers and recognise the need to manage money. Yet another tens of thousands want to correct past mistakes and get their investments in order.  A group just as strong is getting ready for retirement. All of them are rookies or newbies. Here is one rookie mistake…

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Can I compensate my low income with higher investment return?

Sooner or later after we finish college and start working, a life-altering realisation hits us. We find out what our school mates and college mates are doing, their lifestyle, how much they are likely to earn etc. We begin defining our relative station in life. What should a reasonably young person with “low income” do to…

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