Tapping Money, Author at Tapping Money

NRI Guide to Investing in Indian Mutual Funds: Everything You Need to Know

For the millions of Indians living and working abroad, maintaining a financial connection to India is both emotionally important and financially strategic. India's equity markets have been among the best-performing…

Tapping Money June 1, 2026

Money Habits

How to Build an Emergency Fund in India (And Why Most People Get It Wrong)

Financial advisors across the world agree on almost nothing — except this: before you invest a single rupee, you need an emergency fund. It is the most fundamental piece of…

Tapping Money May 31, 2026

Personal Finance

Section 80C Decoded: The Complete Guide to Tax Saving in India

Every year, as the financial year draws to a close, millions of Indians scramble to make last-minute investments to reduce their tax liability. HR departments send urgent emails. Insurance agents…

Tapping Money May 30, 2026

Economy & Markets

The RBI’s Role in Your Financial Life: More Than Just Interest Rates

Most Indians know the Reserve Bank of India exists. Far fewer understand what it actually does — and how deeply its decisions ripple into their daily financial lives. When the…

Tapping Money May 28, 2026

Investing Basics

Why Every Indian in Their 20s Should Start a SIP Today

There is a moment in most young Indians' lives when they receive their first salary. Some celebrate with a meal out. Some send money home. A few open a fixed…

Tapping Money May 28, 2026

Money Habits

The Simple Truth About SIP Investing in India

If you ask most Indians how to build wealth, you'll hear one of three answers: buy gold, buy property, or open a fixed deposit. Very few will say: start a…

Tapping Money May 28, 2026

Personal Finance

How Much Life Insurance Do You Need?

Most Indians who have life insurance are severely underinsured. According to IRDAI's annual report, the average sum assured per policy in India is just ₹3–5 lakhs — a figure that…

Tapping Money May 11, 2026

Personal Finance

Income Tax Slabs Explained Simply (FY 2025-26)

Most people think their entire salary gets taxed at one rate. That is not how it works — and understanding the difference can save serious money. India uses a slab-based progressive…

Tapping Money May 8, 2026

Money Habits

How to Track Expenses Effectively

Monthly income: ₹60,000 Expenses tracked: ₹0 Expenses actually spent: ₹58,000 Result: No idea where ₹58,000 went. Savings: ₹2,000. Monthly income: ₹60,000 Expenses tracked daily: ₹58,000 (₹28K rent, ₹12K food, ₹8K transport,…

Tapping Money May 5, 2026

Personal Finance

Tax Deductions for Freelancers: Complete Guide

Freelance income of ₹10 lakhs. Without deductions: Tax on full ₹10L = ₹1,12,500 (new regime) With proper deductions: Tax on ₹7L (after ₹3L deductions) = ₹62,500 ₹50,000 saved just by…

Tapping Money May 2, 2026