How Can Women Build Their Money Muscles?

Today, Monika addresses the critical issue of women and financial independence. She discusses how women have traditionally used methods like kitty parties and gold investments to secure their finances. Monika emphasises the importance of women transitioning to formal financial products like PPF and mutual funds, and provides actionable steps for women to build their financial security and take control of their assets.  Monika also answers your questions about investing in Mutual Funds over ULIPs and what to look for when selecting a fund, how to teach financial literacy to your kids, whether it’s wise to open a demat account in the name of non-earning family members, and opting for mutual funds over exchange traded funds. Chapters: (00:31 - 04:38) Women Take Control Of Money (04:51 - 07:10) When Selecting A Fund (07:13 - 08:03) Financial Literacy For Kids (08:05 - 09:27) Opening A Demat Account In Someone Else’s Name (09:30 - 11:25) Mutual Funds vs Exchange Traded Funds If you have financial questions that you’d like answers for, please email us at [email protected]  Monika’s book on basic money management https://www.monikahalan.com/lets-talk-money-english/ Monika’s book on mutual funds https://www.monikahalan.com/lets-talk-mutual-funds/ Monika’s workbook on recording your financial life https://www.monikahalan.com/lets-talk-legacy/ Calculators https://investor.sebi.gov.in/calculators/index.html You can find Monika on her social media @monikahalan.  Twitter @MonikaHalan Instagram @MonikaHalan Facebook @MonikaHalan This is a Maed In India Production; check us out at www.maedinindia.in Creative Director: Mae Mariyam Thomas Project Manager: Shaun Fanthome Head of Audio: Kartik Kulkarni Producer: Meghna Gulati  Sound Editor: Lakshman Parsuram Artwork: Alika Gupta