What Is Repo Rate? How RBI Rate Changes Affect Your EMIs, FD Returns and Everyday Expenses

by Kenbi Riba | Feb 6, 2026

Synopsis: RBI’s repo rate decides how much EMI you pay or how much FD interest you earn and even how expensive groceries become. A small 0.25% change can cost or save you lakhs over time. Here’s what the repo rate really means for every Indian household. The repo rate...

Tax Benefits on Joint Home Loan with Your Spouse: How Much Can You Actually Save?

by Trade Brains | Feb 6, 2026

Synopsis: A joint home loan when structured correctly, can help married couples with dual income by reducing their tax burden. This article outlines the key benefits, rules and conditions that determine how much a married couple can actually save in tax. Purchasing a...

₹24 LPA Salary: How Much Tax Will You Pay and What Will Be Your In-Hand Salary?

by Trade Brains | Feb 5, 2026

Synopsis: This article breaks down how much tax you will pay on a ₹24 LPA salary and what your in-hand income looks like under the New Tax Regime. A salary of ₹24 lakh per annum easily puts you in the higher-income category. While the total CTC may seem impressive,...

Tax Saving Tricks: What Is Loss Carry Forward and How It Helps Reduce Your Income Tax – 2026

by Trade Brains | Feb 4, 2026

Synopsis: This article explains loss carry forward and set-off. It covers the types of set-off, the carry-forward period, and set-off options for different types of losses. It also outlines the conditions that must be met to carry forward losses to the next financial...

How Much Tax Do You Pay When Selling a Property in India After Union Budget 2026?

by Trade Brains | Feb 4, 2026

Synopsis: In this article, we break down the taxation of property sales in India by clearly explaining the difference between Short-Term Capital Gains (STCG) and Long-Term Capital Gains (LTCG). It also discusses the taxation of real estate properties, rules, and...

ITR Due Dates 2026 Explained: Month-Wise Filing Deadlines You Must Know

by Trade Brains | Feb 4, 2026

Synopsis: Budget 2026 has brought quite a significant amount of new changes. Among the new reforms, the Income Tax Return filing deadlines for salaried individuals, businesses, audit cases, and transfer pricing taxpayers for AY 2026-27 has also been revised. Read...