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Common Financial Questions Answered

At Nandha Financial Services, we understand that our clients may have questions about financial products, services, and advisory solutions.

Mutual Fund

A mutual fund is a pool of money from multiple investors used to invest in a diversified portfolio of stocks, bonds, and other securities. It is managed by a professional fund manager.

There are several types of Mutual Fund, including equity funds, debt funds, hybrid funds, index funds, and sector funds. Each type has different risk and return profiles.

To choose the right mutual fund, consider factors like your investment goals, risk tolerance, time horizon, and the fund's historical performance. Our advisors can help you make an informed decision.

To choose the right mutual fund, consider factors like your investment goals, risk tolerance, time horizon, and the fund's historical performance. Our advisors can help you make an informed decision.

The minimum investment amount varies by the fund. Some funds allow investments starting from as low as ₹500 to ₹1,000, while others may have higher minimums.

These schemes offer tax rebates to the investors under specific provisions of the Income Tax Act, 1961 as the Government offers tax incentives for investment in specified avenues. e.g. Equity Linked Savings Schemes (ELSS). Pension schemes launched by the Mutual Fund also offer tax benefits. These schemes are growth oriented and invest pre-dominantly in equities. Their growth opportunities and risks associated are like any equity-oriented scheme.

Yes, non-resident Indians can also invest in Mutual Fund. Necessary details in this respect are given in the offer documents of the schemes.

You will have to fill up a switch-over request form, which will be sent to you alongwith your statement of account. You will also have to fill in a fresh application form for the scheme you switch-over into and send it to the nearest Investor Service Centre or the concerned Registrar.

Health Insurance

Health insurance is a type of insurance coverage that pays for medical, hospitalization, and surgical expenses incurred by the insured.

  • Individual Health Insurance: Covers one person.
  • Family Floater Plans: Covers the entire family under a single policy.
  • Critical Illness Insurance: Covers specific critical illnesses like cancer, heart attack, etc.
  • Top-up Plans: Supplements the coverage of an existing plan.
  • Group Health Insurance: Often provided by employers for their employees.

It depends on the insurance plan. Many policies have a waiting period before they cover pre-existing conditions. However, some plans offer coverage after a waiting period (typically 2-4 years).

Yes, under Section 80D of the Income Tax Act in India, you can claim a tax deduction for premiums paid on health insurance policies for yourself, your spouse, children, and parents.

Yes. You can always have more than one health insurance plan based on necessity and coverage requirements as every plan works differently and offers varied benefits.

Waiting period is the time span during which you cannot register a claim to avail some or all benefits of the health insurance from your insurance provider for a specified illness. This means you must wait for a specified amount of time before you make a claim.

When the Insured Person is in such a state that he/she cannot be moved to a hospital or the treatment is taken at home due to non-availability of room in the hospital is termed as Domiciliary Hospitalization.

While some insurers may have an upper age limit (usually between 60-80 years) for purchasing a health insurance policy, certain plans cater to senior citizens with no upper age limits.

Life Insurance

It is important as

  • It allows systematic long term savings which are low in nature but grow compoundingly
  • Can be used for transferring wealth though estate planning
  • To give adequate cover to key executives of the business, for its continuity
  • Short term death benefit
  • To substitute loss of income source in case of death
  • Help supplement retirement income in case there is no other retirement coverage

Life insurance provides financial protection for your loved ones in case of your untimely death. It ensures that they are financially secure and can manage expenses such as mortgages, education, and other debts.

The amount of life insurance you need depends on various factors, including your income, debts, number of dependents, and long-term financial goals. A common guideline is to have a policy that’s 10-15 times your annual income.

Yes, you can purchase life insurance on another person, but you must prove that you have an "insurable interest" in that individual (i.e., you would suffer financially if they pass away). This often applies to spouses, children, or business partners.

Life insurance can provide crucial financial protection for business owners, helping to secure the company’s future in case of the owner’s death. It can be used for:

  1. Buy-sell agreements: Ensures the business can be transferred smoothly to a surviving partner or heir.
  2. Key person insurance: Protects the business from the financial impact of losing a key employee or owner.

The beneficiary is the person or entity designated to receive the death benefit from the life insurance policy. After the policyholder passes away, the beneficiary will file a claim with the insurance company to receive the payout, which can be used for expenses, debts, or investments.

If you cancel your policy, you may receive the cash value (for permanent policies), but you will no longer have coverage. For term policies, you won’t receive any return, and the policy simply ends. You can also "surrender" the policy, especially in the case of whole life insurance, to receive any accumulated cash value.

General Insurance

General insurance provides financial protection against losses or damages other than life — such as health, motor, home, travel, or business insurance.

The main types include Health Insurance, Motor Insurance, Home Insurance, Travel Insurance, and Commercial or Business Insurance.

Life insurance covers the policyholder’s life and provides benefits after death or maturity, whereas general insurance covers assets and health against specific risks for a limited period.

It protects you financially from unexpected losses due to accidents, theft, natural disasters, or illnesses.

You pay a premium to the insurance company, and in return, they cover your losses up to the insured amount when a covered event occurs.

A premium is the amount you pay (monthly, quarterly, or annually) to keep your insurance policy active.

Yes, you can have multiple policies for different needs such as health, vehicle, and home protection.

Your policy may lapse, and you might lose your coverage benefits. Some companies offer a grace period to renew it.

Deposit

A deposit is money placed into a bank account for safekeeping and potential interest earnings.

  1. Savings Deposit – Money you can withdraw anytime, usually earning interest.
  2. Fixed Deposit (FD) – Money locked for a fixed period with higher interest rates.
  3. Recurring Deposit (RD) – Regular monthly deposits over a set period earning interest.

Banks pay interest on deposits, calculated as a percentage of the principal. Interest rates vary by account type and tenure.

Yes, but early withdrawal may attract a penalty and lower interest earnings.

Minimum deposits vary by bank and account type. Savings accounts usually require a smaller amount, while FDs may have higher minimums.

Yes, higher deposit amounts or longer durations typically attract higher interest rates.

Most banks allow a grace period, but penalties or reduced interest may apply.

Yes, We are allow online account opening with e-KYC verification and digital signatures.

Home Loan

A home loan is a type of secured loan provided by banks or financial institutions to help individuals purchase, construct, or renovate a home. The property itself acts as collateral.

Eligibility depends on factors like age, income, employment type, credit score, and existing liabilities. Generally, salaried individuals, self-employed professionals, and business owners can apply.

We offer home loans with tenures ranging from 5 to 30 years, depending on your repayment capacity.

The loan amount is usually determined based on your income, repayment capacity, age, credit score, and property value. Typically, banks finance up to 80-90% of the property’s value.

  1. Fixed-rate home loan – Interest rate remains the same throughout the tenure.
  2. Floating/variable-rate home loan – Interest rate changes based on market trends.
  3. Hybrid/home loan with balance transfer – Combines fixed and floating rates or allows transfer from another lender.

Interest rates vary by lender and borrower profile. They can be fixed, floating, or a combination, and typically range from 7% to 12% per annum (depending on the market and credit score).

Banks usually charge a processing fee of 0.25% to 1% of the loan amount for administrative and verification costs.

Common documents include:

  1. Proof of identity (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport)
  2. Address proof
  3. Income proof (salary slips, IT returns)
  4. Bank statements
  5. Property documents (sale agreement, title deed)

Financial Planning

Financial planning is the process of managing your income, expenses, investments, and savings to achieve short-term and long-term financial goals. It helps you secure your future and make informed financial decisions.

Financial planning ensures that you are prepared for emergencies, retirement, education expenses, and other life goals. It helps you reduce debt, save effectively, and invest wisely.

Start by assessing your current financial situation, setting clear goals, creating a budget, building an emergency fund, and planning investments based on your risk tolerance.

Budgeting: Tracking income and expense

  1. Savings: Building short-term and long-term reserves
  2. Investments: Choosing suitable investment options
  3. Insurance: Protecting yourself from financial risks
  4. Retirement Planning: Ensuring financial security in later life
  5. Tax Planning: Minimizing tax liability

A common recommendation is to save at least 20% of your monthly income, but it depends on your financial goals, lifestyle, and debt obligations.

Consider your financial goals, risk tolerance, and investment horizon. Diversifying across stocks, bonds, Mutual Fund, and other assets can help balance risk and returns.

Review your plan at least once a year, or whenever there is a major life event like marriage, having children, career change, or significant income change.

Common documents include:

  1. Ignoring budgeting
  2. Delaying savings and investments
  3. Overlooking insurance
  4. Failing to plan for retirement
  5. Making impulsive investment decisions

Tax Planning

Tax planning is the process of organizing your finances to maximize tax efficiency. It involves using legal strategies to reduce taxable income, claim eligible deductions, and take advantage of tax exemptions.

Effective tax planning helps you:

  1. Minimize tax liabilities legally
  2. Save more for investments and retirement
  3. Avoid last-minute tax filing stress
  4. Ensure compliance with tax laws

Tax planning should ideally start at the beginning of the financial year. Early planning allows you to make investments, claim deductions, and manage your finances efficiently throughout the year.

Yes, but early withdrawal may attract a penalty and lower interest earnings.

No. Tax planning is essential for everyone, including self-employed individuals, business owners, and investors. Each category has specific provisions and deductions

Tax planning is legal and uses legitimate means to reduce taxes. Tax evasion is illegal and involves hiding income or providing false information to avoid taxes.

Yes. By timing the sale of assets, choosing tax-efficient investments, and using exemptions like the capital gains exemption under Section 54, you can plan your taxes effectively.

Yes. While basic tax planning can be done independently, consulting a tax professional ensures compliance with laws, avoids mistakes, and can provide advanced strategies to minimize tax

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