Master Your Money
Master Your Money
Challenges
Aaj aapko notebook pen lena hai and ye 10 questions ke answers likhne hai.
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( Try to write long answers- apni feelings sab notebook m likhdo )
Mai kal bataugi apni feelings. Aaj aap sab jaan lo ki aap kaise ,kyu ,kya sochte ho Money ke baare m ?
Challenge 2: Yesterday was about writing, Today is about Reading.
Pls start reading this book - can’t complete in 2 days but atleast we can start building this habit and read 4 chapters at-least in 2 days.
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So now we know what's our money personality and what psychology we should have towards money.
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Let's set SMART financial goals now by using this sheet.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/10XmVJy0BOIFu3SuwgGvDoxBxNwIjW_93AOcQiTvXHw4/edit?usp=sharing
Challenge 4: Mera sabse bada Financial Goal hai World Tour.
Aur Aapka jo bhi hai uski preparation kaise kar rhe ho?
So, Once you have a budget, you can start to make choices about how to spend your money in a way that aligns with your goals.
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Use this sheet : https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Wf1etHExmsX99ZzmMNjWSgpRIBUJL6ID2lpzf3bBu-s/edit?usp=sharing
Remember , budget follow karna sabse important step rahata ha financial goals ko achive karne ke liye.
Challenge 5: Add Nominee
Well task 5 to kuch aur socha tha but ye task bhi bahut important ha
- Nominate a beneficiary for your mutual funds and demat account by September 30.
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Your investments will be locked if you don't do that.
Sabne financial goals decide kar liye honge and budget bhi ban gaya hoga but budget banane ke baad bhi problems mai aa sakte ho.
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So 6th challenge rahega track your expenses becauses this will help you make sure that you're saving enough money and that you're not overspending on unnecessary things.
Tracking your expenses can be a bit of a hassle so use this excel sheet ( if you aren’t using any app https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1QIHfWBO5hYX057dnm8erCu15Tgj0Uf8xGWHMUkS_D1s/edit?usp=sharing )
Challenge 7: Binge Watch
So in 7th challenge, I encourage all of you to watch a Netflix TV Series called Money, Explained
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Once you've watched the series, take some time to reflect on what you learned.
What new insights do you have about money?
Firstly, one has to change his mindset from CTC approach to SAVING approach. Because what you SAVE is your real income
Go to your instagram, follow more finance and education related content creators today.
( atleast 5 )
Do you know your savings account can earn more interest ( Fd wala ) without doing anything.
Autosweep is a facility which automatically creates and redeem the deposit once the account balance exceeds specific amount.
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CHALLANGE 15 : RESEARCH
Ask your bank, whether Autosweep facility is available in your saving bank account or not.
Kash dadaji ne property m invest kiya hota. We all come across to this feeling in our life once.
I have something for you.
16 There is a scheme called Real Estate Investment Trust (REITs), which gives you the opportunity to invest in real estate with lesser funds. You will be allotted unit of REITs and REITs invest in real estate. By this you will get the return of Real Estate without directly investment in Real Estate.
CHALLENGE 16 : EXPLORE
Read more about REITs and add some REIT units to diversify your portfolio.
Challenge 17 : Drink
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Drink Water pls
I am India’s richest woman.
This ranking depends upon the Net worth of that Individual. Have you ever calculated your NET WORTH?
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19 For 2 days , try to only spend cash instead of using credit cards, debit cards or UPI
This can help you become more mindful of your spending and avoid impulse purchases.
Imagine that you are planning to buy a new house.
You need to get a loan, but you are not sure how much you can borrow or what interest rate you will be offered.
And agar apka CIBIL score acha to apko loan mil jayga wo bhi low interest rate mai and agar CIBIL score kharab ha tu apko difficulty hogi loan milne mai
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Challenge 20 - Check your CIBIL score
23 Identify 1-3 new skills that are in high demand in your field and that would make you more valuable to potential employers.
Commit to taking at least one course or workshop within the next 2 months.
Challenge 24 : Let’s do it
Almost 2 months mai 2023 complete hone wala ha but pata ha 2-month bhi kafi hote ha ek short term goal ko complete karne ke liya
24 Challenge - Write a short-term goal and try to complete it before the year ends
And it's not like you have to come up with a big goal; instead, think of a goal you can finish in two months, write it down, and try to finish it before 2023 is over.
Remember Smart goals we set in previous challenge. Use that approach and complete a short term goal 🤓
Challenge 25
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Find one financial concept you've always been curious about, but never gotten around to learning. Maybe it's options trading, Unit Linked Insurance Plans (ULIPs), or even cryptocurrency. Spend 20 minutes researching it online using reliable sources
Challenge 26: Let’s plant a tree today.
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Can we 🙏
Challenge 27- Debt Payoff Challenge
Choose one small debt and pay it off by the end of 2023.
27 By paying off one small debt, you can gain momentum and motivation to pay off more debt.
Can we do it ?
Challenge 29
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Check whether you have filed your income tax return for AY 2023-24 or not.
If you have filed your return, chexk the processing status of your return and status of refund if any.
Happy New Year guys. Today is the most important day for the year ahead. I have a perfect and must do task for all of you.
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Challenge 30
Prepare a monthwise budget considering your estimated earnings and estimated expenses. Once done, compare your prepared budget on a monthly basis with your actual figures.
Challenge 31
Challenge 32
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Set a financial goal for yourself today. Break the goal into smaller goals and achieve them step by step.
Finance is fun.
Yesterday's task was to set a financial goal for yourself. I know you all tried very well. I have a lesson as well as challange to teach you how to achieve your financial goal.
Challenge 33
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1. Start tracking your expenses on a daily basis. Make notes.
2. When you keep a track on yourself, you will start saving more money.
3. More saving means more investing
4. More investment will help you to achieve your financial goal.
You never know, what future holds for you and when you are going to need funds. You may require loan to complete your fund requirement. Your loan amount and Rate of Interest depends upon your CIBIL score.
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Check your CIBIL score today and analyse it. Your CIBIL Score defines your creditworthiness.
We all are enthusiastic about the stock market. But most of us trade without having basic knowledge of stock market.
Challenge 35
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Sunday fun with knowledge
There is a movie on youtube GAFLA.
Watch the movie
We all invest in stock market, Mutual Funds, Debt funds to secure our future but forget to invest in our health. Even Rakesh Jhunjhunwala sir had told to invest in health. Jaan h to jahan hai.
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Challenge 36
Check do you have proper cover of health insurance for you and your family. There is a famous quote that You are only one hospital bill away from poverty.
Sensex has already touched hostorical mark of 72,000. Time for India has come. INVEST IN INDIA.
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Challenge 37
Start one SIP of Rs 500 per month in any Index Fund.
From a luxury to a necessity, Car travelled a long way. Are you also planning to buy a Car?
By following this rule, you can have your dream car with a proper financial planning.
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1. Determine the amount you can comfortably spend on a car
2. Start saving for down payment of car. Down payment of your car should be 20% or more. Down payment reduces your loan amount and also helps to increase your credit worthiness with bank.
3. Estimate your monthly car expenses including loan payments and insurance. Amount should not exceed 10% of your gross monthly income.
4. Term of your Car Loan should not exceed 4 years.
Challenge 39 : The most Difficult one.
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Ask your friends and Family to return back your money 😅
Are you the taking responsibility of your family? Sorry for this but have you ever thought how they will survive if something happens to you?
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Take a term insurance for the main earning member of your family so that your family gets secured in future. Remember that the amount of term insurance shall be minimum of 20X of your annual income.
Challenge 41 : Buy a Black Board
Remember you wrote down your biggest financial goals in one of the previous challenges.
Someone biggest financial goal might be a world tour or a Bungalow.
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Now write it on that board and keep it in your bedroom.
See it every morning and start your day by planning it well.
👍 Done
Shri Ram has alot of attributes which we can follow in our lives.
Challenge 42
Inspire your financial life with the attributes of Ram. Invest with discipline.
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1. If you have decided to start SIP, make sure it will not break until your goal completes.
2. Book losses whenever your stop loss hits. Do not show greed.
And complete all challenges. Don’t quit.
Example: Your rikshaw fare is ₹65. Round up to ₹70 and transfer ₹5 to your savings.
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So, if you take three auto rickshaw rides per day and follow this practice, you might save around ₹15 daily. Over a month (assuming 30 days), you could accumulate ₹450. Over a year, that's ₹5,400!
48 Opt for public transportation (buses, trains, metros) instead of personal vehicles whenever possible. You'll save on fuel, parking, and wear-and-tear.
Example: Imagine saving ₹200 per week on fuel by using public transport. That's ₹10,400 saved in a year! Invest it in your education or a future vacation.
Challenge 49:
Pick 3 diverse Indian companies (tech, FMCG, infrastructure). Deep dive into their business, plans, and industry trends. Track their journey, understanding how news, regulations, and economics impact them. Gain valuable insights into the Indian market!
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And, after a month, ponder your learnings and how they shape your understanding of the Indian market. This journey is not about specific investments, but about gaining knowledge and becoming a smarter investor.
Ready?
Challenge 50: Envelope Challenge!
Grab cash & envelopes: List your spending categories (groceries, bills, fun) and set realistic budgets. Label envelopes with categories & amounts.
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Withdraw cash: Ditch the cards and allocate it to each envelope.
Spend mindfully: Use only cash from each envelope. Track expenses – no dipping allow
Challenge 51: The Expense Tracker
Objective: Track and analyse your expenses for one month. Identify areas where you can cut spending and reallocate those funds towards your financial goals.
Rules:
51 1. Use a budgeting app or spreadsheet to track all your expenses for 30 days.
3. Compare your spending to your income and identify areas where you can cut back.
4. Set a realistic savings goal based on your findings and track your progress towards it.
Challenge 52: Protect yourself against aadhar card scams
53 3.Compare their performance over different time periods and market conditions.
4.Understand how fees, taxes, and exit loads affect your returns.
Note : This is not about picking the best fund, but about learning the basics of mutual fund investing.
Ready?
Challenge 54:
March 15th is approaching quickly, and that's the last date to settle your advance tax liability for the financial year 2023-2024. Remember, planning helps!
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Here's a gentle reminder: if advance tax isn't paid according to the schedule, a 1% monthly interest will be levied on the unpaid amount.
It's always better to avoid any additional charges. So, take some time this week to ensure you're on track and avoid any last-minute stress!
Challenge 55:
Choose the right tax saving instrument by keeping these factors in mind:
There are ways to save money on taxes, but the best option depends on you.
55 ✅Lock-in period: Think about how long you can keep the money invested. Some options like Fixed Deposits lock it away for a while, while others like PPF are longer.
✅Risk Tolerance: Imagine saving is like a ride. Banks are a calmer ride (slower growth), while stocks can be a thrill ride (faster growth, but riskier). How much of a thrill are you up for?
✅ Interest Rates: Shop around! Compare interest rates on different tax-saving options offered by banks. A small difference can add up!
✅Liquidity: Think if you might need the money soon. Some options like PPF lock it in, so you can't take it out easily. ✋
1. Pick a category: Mobile plans, credit cards, streaming - choose a category with enticing offers.
56 2. Gather information: Find details on 3+ options (websites, brochures).
3. Go Beyond the Headline: Don't fall for intro rates, find hidden fees & limitations.
4. Calculate the real cost: Factor in all charges over a set time frame (e.g., 2 years).
5. Think like a pro: Consider long-term benefits (rewards programs) vs. upfront costs.
And, then explain your analysis and chosen option to someone to solidify your knowledge!
Challenge 57:
This challenge focuses on understanding debt and making informed decisions about it. Here's what you'll do:
👉Gather all your loan statements (credit cards, student loans, etc.).
👉List each debt including: type (credit card, auto loan, etc.), interest rate, minimum payment, and current balance.
👍Calculate the total amount you owe in debt (excluding your mortgage, if applicable).
2. Understand Interest
57 👉Research the different types of interest rates (fixed vs variable, APR vs effective interest rate).
👉Use an online interest calculator to see how much interest you'll pay on your current debt balances over different timeframes (e.g., 1 year, 5 years).
👉Research common debt repayment methods like the avalanche and snowball methods.
👉Choose a method that suits your financial situation and risk tolerance.
👉Create a plan for accelerating your debt repayment using your chosen method.
Great 💯
Average ♥
Mat pucho 😬
Challenge 58:
1⃣Pick a Category: Choose an everyday spending category you use frequently (e.g., coffee, gym
memberships, phone plans).
2⃣ Research Options: Dig into the various options available within your chosen category. Look at different brands, features, price points, and subscription models.
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3⃣Compare & Contrast: Analyze the options you found. Consider factors like cost, quality, hidden fees, long-term value, and potential savings. Create a comparison chart or table to visualize the differences.
4⃣Make a Choice (But Don't Buy): Based on your analysis, decide which option offers the best value for your needs and budget.
But, remember, the ‘cheapest’ option isn't always the best deal!
Challenge 59:
59 2⃣Log in using your mobile number. Navigate to ‘My Profile’ > ‘KYC.’
3⃣Attach the necessary documents (vehicle registration, driver’s license, PAN card, and Aadhaar card).
4⃣Verify your KYC status through the same platform or the official FASTag website.
Got it?
Yes 👍
No 👎
Challenge 60:
Imagine you're interviewing your 65-year-old self. Write down 3 financial questions you'd ask them about your current financial habits, and what financial decisions would they advise their younger self to make?
Happy😊
Okay okay ✅
Don’t ask 🥲
Challenge 61: Last Chance to File Updated ITR for FY 2020-21!
If you suspect an error in your income tax return for FY 2020-21 (AY 2021-22), then the Income Tax Act allows you to file an updated return (Form ITR-U) to rectify any omissions or mistakes.
The Challenge:
1. Review: Re-examine your FY 2020-21 return. Did you miss any income sources (interest, freelance work, capital gains)? Did you claim ineligible deductions?
2. Research: Understand ‘updated return’ under Section 139(8A) of the Income Tax Act.
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3. Recalculate: With the corrected income details, recalculate your FY 2020-21 tax liability.
4. File & Relax: File your updated return before the deadline.
This is your chance to rectify any errors and ensure your tax compliance.
Yes ✅
No ❌
Challenge 62:
Test your financial skills by creating a mini IPL team with salary restrictions.
3. Choose 11 players (including batsmen, bowlers, all-rounders, and a wicket-keeper) within your ₹5 crore budget.
4. Share your team and explain your strategy with me on Instagram! Did you go for experience or young talent? Did you prioritize big hitters or balanced bowling?
Challenge 63:
🥲Yes
😀No
Challenges 64:
64 By openly discussing these things, you can create a plan that works for both of you. But, are these questions enough?
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Challenge 65:
Shocking na?
The price of basic Netflix subscription in India is ₹199, whereas in Pakistan it is priced at only ₹135.
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Yes, our Netflix subscription is cheaper than a lot of countries like US, France, Japan, etc.
So, find out why it is expensive than the subscription in Pakistan? And, DM me the answer of this on Instagram.
1. Yes 👍
2. Idhar zeher khaane ka paisa nahi hai 😂
Challenge 66:
Today’s challenge is to incorporate one small, actionable step towards a more strategic investment approach.
👉 Know Your Net Worth: Calculate your total net worth (your assets minus liabilities).
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👉 Set a Budget: Allocate just 1% of your net worth for luxury spending. For example, if your net worth is ₹10 lakh, your luxury budget would be ₹10,000.
Use this budget for indulgences like designer items, fine dining, or travel.
Yes ♥
Acha joke tha 😂
Challenge 68:
Take a moment to reflect, what drives you financially? Is it financial security, luxurious lifestyle or world tour
68 Swap out the old ‘I can't afford it’ for a fresh perspective.
♥Security
👍Travel
😊Bachon ki shaadi
😂Pehle apni shaadi toh ho jaaye
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Rani just received a large work bonus and wants to invest it wisely for her future. She has a moderate risk tolerance.
Which of the following is the MOST suitable investment option for Rani?
70 👍Fixed Deposit (FD) with a short lock-in period (less than 1 year)
♥Foodie Mindset: This mindset prioritizes enjoying delicious food experiences, like trying out new restaurants or indulging in high-quality experiences.
👍Investor Mindset: This mindset focuses on planning for the future, prioritizing saving and investing for long-term financial goals.
Challenge 72:
Be a Green Investor!
Research 1 Indian company that prioritises sustainability (clean energy, waste reduction, etc.).
Look for:
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👉How this company is making a positive impact.
👉Why this company might be an attractive investment for eco-conscious financiers.
Let's see who discovers the greenest gems in the Indian market.
Also, would you rather invest in a company known for eco-friendly practices or prioritise short-term gains?
Challenge 73:
Spot these sugar-coated schemes and share your findings with your loved ones to keep the community financially informed!
Challenge 74 :
Now make sure you don't miss voting in the upcoming elections.
74 Take a moment to find out when they're happening in your city, and then tweak your schedule a bit to make sure you have plenty of time to cast your vote. Your voice matters, so let's make sure it's heard!
👍Yes
To celebrate this milestone, forget budgets and spreadsheets for a moment. This challenge is about weaving a story with your finances!
Imagine yourself 25 years from now. You've built a successful financial life and want to leave a lasting legacy for your loved ones. It can be a dream vacation for your family, funding your grandchild's education, or even starting a charitable foundation.
75 Your task:
1⃣Craft a vision board: Create a digital or physical vision board showcasing your financial legacy. Use pictures, quotes, or even sketches to depict your dream.
2⃣Plan your path: Outline 3-5 actionable steps you can take TODAY to achieve your financial legacy. This could involve exploring investment options, increasing your income, or even downsizing your future expenses.
Lastly, review past challenges & pick the ‘champions’ that helped your finances. Integrate these strategies into your plan to build a stronger foundation for your future.