{"id":7350,"date":"2024-03-18T08:18:07","date_gmt":"2024-03-18T08:18:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/?p=7350"},"modified":"2026-04-01T09:56:30","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T09:56:30","slug":"how-to-save-taxes-by-investing-this-fiscal-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/financial-matters\/how-to-save-taxes-by-investing-this-fiscal-year\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Save Taxes by Investing This Fiscal Year?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The time of year has arrived, and we are most likely a little reluctant to pay taxes and that\u2019s understandable. If you\u2019ve been looking for ways to save tax and the right investments that could help you do just that, let\u2019s explore where to invest to save tax this year.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You shouldn\u2019t be stuck in some instrument that isn\u2019t serving its purpose and you must be aware of what exactly these investments do for you and how they can help you save tax. Most people, in the name of saving taxes, are just investing in such instruments without actually making the most of them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here, it\u2019s not just a matter of saving tax but other things, like what suits your condition more, because every money invested also has the potential to make a penny for you and it must be maximized depending on your goals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Answer this checklist before you invest:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Do you want to invest in fixed-income investments with lower risk or in equity investments with higher risk?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What you think the money must do for you can let you know the risk you want to take with it. It can also tell you what returns to expect based on the risk you are taking.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> When you invest, is it okay to forget it for a longer lock-in period or do you want it to be liquidated when you need it?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The instrument you invest in must allow you to liquidate or not, which is your choice and depends on the need for the money you have invested. This should also answer the question of the holding period of the instrument in which you are going to invest.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Along with it serving taxation purposes, does it also serve your life goals?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As mentioned initially, your investment must not be only to save tax because the amount of time it takes to be invested must also be considered to see if it can also aid in serving your life goal.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Otherwise, the majority of people end up making two different types of investments for both purposes. Try to see if an instrument can serve both purposes together.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you answered it for yourself, then you are aware of what you are looking forward to. Continue reading to save taxes in any way possible.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/financial-matters\/how-to-save-taxes-by-investing-this-fiscal-year\/#_84_Surge_in_Growth_Came_Out_as_a_Surprise\" >\u00a08.4% Surge in Growth Came Out as a Surprise<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/financial-matters\/how-to-save-taxes-by-investing-this-fiscal-year\/#The_Investments_for_Saving_Taxes\" >The Investments for Saving Taxes<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/financial-matters\/how-to-save-taxes-by-investing-this-fiscal-year\/#Insurance_Investments\" >Insurance Investments\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/financial-matters\/how-to-save-taxes-by-investing-this-fiscal-year\/#1_Unit_Linked_Insurance_Plans\" >1. Unit Linked Insurance Plans\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/financial-matters\/how-to-save-taxes-by-investing-this-fiscal-year\/#2_Health_Insurance_Plans\" >2. Health Insurance Plans\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/financial-matters\/how-to-save-taxes-by-investing-this-fiscal-year\/#_RBIs_Status_Quo_No_Changes_in_Current_Policy\" >\u00a0RBI\u2019s Status Quo: No Changes in Current Policy<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/financial-matters\/how-to-save-taxes-by-investing-this-fiscal-year\/#Loan_Investments\" >Loan Investments<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/financial-matters\/how-to-save-taxes-by-investing-this-fiscal-year\/#1_Home_Loan\" >1. Home Loan\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/financial-matters\/how-to-save-taxes-by-investing-this-fiscal-year\/#2_Education_Loan\" >2. Education Loan\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/financial-matters\/how-to-save-taxes-by-investing-this-fiscal-year\/#3_Electric_Vehicle_Loan\" >3. Electric Vehicle Loan\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/financial-matters\/how-to-save-taxes-by-investing-this-fiscal-year\/#How_are_Bonds_Taxed\" >How are Bonds Taxed?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/financial-matters\/how-to-save-taxes-by-investing-this-fiscal-year\/#Government_Investments_with_Returns_Tax_Saving_Benefits\" >Government Investments with Returns &amp; Tax Saving Benefits\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/financial-matters\/how-to-save-taxes-by-investing-this-fiscal-year\/#1_National_Pension_Scheme\" >1. National Pension Scheme\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/financial-matters\/how-to-save-taxes-by-investing-this-fiscal-year\/#2_Public_Provident_Fund\" >2. Public Provident Fund\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/financial-matters\/how-to-save-taxes-by-investing-this-fiscal-year\/#3_Senior_Citizen_Saving_Schemes\" >3. Senior Citizen Saving Schemes\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/financial-matters\/how-to-save-taxes-by-investing-this-fiscal-year\/#4_Sukanya_Samriddhi_Yojana\" >4. Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/financial-matters\/how-to-save-taxes-by-investing-this-fiscal-year\/#Equity_Investments_with_Returns_Tax_Saving_Benefits\" >Equity Investments with Returns &amp; Tax Saving Benefits\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/financial-matters\/how-to-save-taxes-by-investing-this-fiscal-year\/#1_ELSS_Equity_Linked_Savings_Scheme\" >1. ELSS (Equity Linked Savings Scheme)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/financial-matters\/how-to-save-taxes-by-investing-this-fiscal-year\/#2_Other_Tax_Reliefs_in_EquityStock\" >2. Other Tax Reliefs in Equity\/Stock\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/financial-matters\/how-to-save-taxes-by-investing-this-fiscal-year\/#Why_is_Investing_in_Fixed_Income_Important\" >Why is Investing in Fixed Income Important?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/financial-matters\/how-to-save-taxes-by-investing-this-fiscal-year\/#Fixed-Income_Investments_with_Returns_Tax-Saving_Benefits\" >Fixed-Income Investments with Returns &amp; Tax-Saving Benefits\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/financial-matters\/how-to-save-taxes-by-investing-this-fiscal-year\/#1_Tax-Free_Bonds\" >1. Tax-Free Bonds<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/financial-matters\/how-to-save-taxes-by-investing-this-fiscal-year\/#2_Tax_Saving_Bonds\" >2. Tax Saving Bonds<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/financial-matters\/how-to-save-taxes-by-investing-this-fiscal-year\/#3_Capital_Gain_Bonds\" >3. Capital Gain Bonds<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/financial-matters\/how-to-save-taxes-by-investing-this-fiscal-year\/#4_Tax-Saving_Fixed_Deposit\" >4. Tax-Saving Fixed Deposit\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/financial-matters\/how-to-save-taxes-by-investing-this-fiscal-year\/#5_Sovereign_Gold_Bond\" >5. Sovereign Gold Bond<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/financial-matters\/how-to-save-taxes-by-investing-this-fiscal-year\/#What_is_a_Sovereign_Gold_Bond\" >What is a Sovereign Gold Bond?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/financial-matters\/how-to-save-taxes-by-investing-this-fiscal-year\/#Other_Tax-Saving_Opportunities\" >Other Tax-Saving Opportunities\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/financial-matters\/how-to-save-taxes-by-investing-this-fiscal-year\/#The_Wrap\" >The Wrap\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/financial-matters\/how-to-save-taxes-by-investing-this-fiscal-year\/#What_is_the_Difference_Between_Corporate_and_Government_Bonds\" >What is the Difference Between Corporate and Government Bonds?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_84_Surge_in_Growth_Came_Out_as_a_Surprise\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/essentials\/8-4-surge-in-growth-came-out-as-a-surprise\/\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_Taxation\"><b>\u00a08.4% Surge in Growth Came Out as a Surprise<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Investments_for_Saving_Taxes\"><\/span><b>The Investments for Saving Taxes<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Income Tax Act under Section 80C, Section 24(b), Section 80EEA, Section 80D, Section 80CCC, 80E, and 80G can help you save taxes in some way or another. You\u2019ll get a clear idea as you continue reading.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Note that the goal of an investment need not just be limited to making returns in addition to the tax-saving benefits but can also include investments that save lives by insuring. Having said that, let\u2019s explore your meaningful tax-saving investments.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Insurance_Investments\"><\/span><b>Insurance Investments\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These are instruments that insure your health and life, which are nothing but the ones that cover your medical bills and help your beneficiary with some money after the demise. As a taxpayer, you can save tax on the premiums of health and life insurance plans as well.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Unit_Linked_Insurance_Plans\"><\/span><b>1. Unit Linked Insurance Plans\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The instrument, popularly known as a ULIP, is an investment cum life insurance plan where part of the money invested is for insuring your life and the remaining goes to investing in an instrument, which can either be equity, debt, or even a mix.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It comes with 2 tax benefits, one under Section 80C, which is that the premium paid towards the investment can be tax exempted for up to Rs 1.5 lakhs. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ULIPs issued after 1 February 2021 with annual premiums exceeding Rs 2.5 lakh do not qualify for tax-free maturity proceeds. Gains in such policies are taxed similarly to equity mutual funds<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These two come with a little clause that needs to be met to fully benefit them. The sum assured by the insurance must be at least 10 times greater than the premium paid annually. If it is less than 10 times, then the tax benefit from Section 80C will be reduced to 10%, and the sum received after maturity will no longer be tax-free.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The returns received here are market-linked, ensuring that the cost you pay for insurance is lower and offers greater life insurance coverage. Typically, this type of instrument, with both investment and life insurance, will have lower insurance coverage. If you are the one who is looking for more coverage, then this is not the right instrument for you, rather, opt for term insurance with Section 80C benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Health_Insurance_Plans\"><\/span><b>2. Health Insurance Plans\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Under Section 80D, one can avail of a deduction of up to Rs 25,000 on the premium paid for health insurance if they are an individual. But suppose if it is an older person, 60 or older than 60 years, they get a tax deduction of Rs 50,000.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The tax deduction of Rs 25,000 remains the same, which includes the premium paid for a spouse, yourself, and your children.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, if you have incurred any expenses for the preventive health checkup, under Section 80D, you receive a tax deduction of Rs 5,000 for such an expense.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_RBIs_Status_Quo_No_Changes_in_Current_Policy\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/essentials\/bond-market\/rbis-status-quo-no-changes-in-current-policy\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_Taxation\"><b>\u00a0RBI\u2019s Status Quo: No Changes in Current Policy<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Loan_Investments\"><\/span><b>Loan Investments<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Home_Loan\"><\/span><b>1. Home Loan\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking a loan comes at a bit of a cost, but government schemes like the<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmaymis.gov.in\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pradhan <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mantri <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Awas Yojana<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the Delhi Development Authority Housing Scheme incur an interest rate at a lower cost, thus making it affordable.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With that, you also get tax benefits under sections 80C and 24(b). With it, you can save tax on the principal amount paid as well as the interest paid.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So the principal you take for the home loan can be given a tax deduction of up to Rs. 1.5 lakh under Section 80C but with a clause that you should not sell it within 5 years of owning it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Under Section 24(b), you can save up to Rs. 2 lakhs with tax deductions on the interest amount paid for your home loan. This also comes with a clause where the purpose of your loan must be either to construct or purchase a house. If it is to be constructed, then again, this construction must have been finished within 5 years after the year from when this loan was taken.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While that\u2019s about the money you can save on principal and interest, you can additionally save under Section 80EE or 80EEA.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So if you took a loan between April 1st, 2016, and March 31st, 2017, and also if the property value is not more than 50 lakhs and the loan is not more than 35 lakhs, you get a tax deduction of Rs 50,000 as per Section 80EE, which can be claimed on the interest paid towards your home loan.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now, if you took home a loan in the years 1st April 2019 and 31st March 2022 under Section 80EEA, you can claim a tax deduction of up to Rs 1.5 lakhs on the interest paid if the property\u2019s stamp value is less than or equal to Rs 45 lakhs. If you are eligible for tax deduction under Section 80EEA, then you can\u2019t opt for tax deduction under Section 80EE.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Well, quite apart from this, in the year when the stamp duty expenses were incurred, you can claim the deduction of Rs 1.5 lakhs under Section 80C. It is not applicable if you want to claim it sometime later.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So additional deductions are beneficial too but did you know you can save a lot if you have a joint loan? Suppose the joint loan is taken on a property you are purchasing, then each taxpayer under Section 80C can claim a tax deduction of up to Rs. 1.5 lakhs on the principal and up to Rs. 2 lakhs on the interest amount paid towards the loan.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suppose you are a first-time home buyer. You get a tax deduction of up to Rs 5 lakhs under Section 80EE, with the condition that the loan must not be worth more than Rs 50 lakhs and the loan amount must not exceed Rs 30 lakhs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That\u2019s like a lot of tax savings!<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Education_Loan\"><\/span><b>2. Education Loan\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have been paying for your child\u2019s higher education loan or you have taken an education loan, you can save on that investment as well.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But it is only applicable for higher education, meaning anything that follows after you complete a higher secondary examination, either in India or abroad, which is a full-time course.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It doesn\u2019t matter if you have taken it or if you have taken it for your spouse or children; it must satisfy the above-said criteria to be able to avail of it. You must also consider that the loan you have taken is from a reputable financial institution, such as an NBFC, bank, or charitable organization, for that matter.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Up until 8 years from the day you take this loan, you can opt for tax-free interest because you later get to avail of tax deductions under Section 80E.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is indeed a great deal!<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Electric_Vehicle_Loan\"><\/span><b>3. Electric Vehicle Loan\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you took a vehicle loan to purchase an electric car from April 1st, 2019 to March 31st, 2023, you can avail of a tax deduction of Rs 1.5 lakhs on the interest paid for this loan if it was taken from NBFC or a financial institution under Section 80EEB.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is only applicable if it was taken during the specific year. The point to note here is that if it is a purchase for personal use, you can avail of tax up to Rs 1.5 lakhs but if it is for business use and the interest paid exceeds Rs 1.5 lakhs, then the additional amount can be claimed as a business expense to save tax on it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Only electric vehicles have your back regarding vehicle loans, not any other vehicles.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_are_Bonds_Taxed\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/essentials\/how-are-bonds-taxed\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_Taxation\"><b>How are Bonds Taxed?<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Government_Investments_with_Returns_Tax_Saving_Benefits\"><\/span><b>Government Investments with Returns &amp; Tax Saving Benefits\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are looking for good returns and also for a tax-saving benefit backed by the government, there are investments in government schemes that can serve what you are thinking. Better than keeping it in your savings account while also saving some money. Worth it, right?<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_National_Pension_Scheme\"><\/span><b>1. National Pension Scheme\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also known by the name NPS, it is popular among people in the office. You don\u2019t need to think of a retirement plan only after 30; you can start early as well. NPS has tier 1 and tier 2 accounts.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The tax benefit is available only in the Tier 1 account, and it is managed by the fund manager, just like in mutual funds with asset allocation in equity, bills, government bonds, and debentures. The return will depend on the asset allocation and these returns and the principal are locked until you retire.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, you can still partially withdraw before maturity only after 3 years and for specific purposes alone. If you hold until maturity, which is 60 years, you can withdraw 60% of the corpus, and 40% of the corpus will be used to purchase an annuity, which will give you a pension after you retire.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why is it so popular? It is an exempt-exempt-exempt scheme where you are highly beneficial. Both partial and on-maturity withdrawals, as well as the 40% corpus annuity amount, are also exempt from taxes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Besides this, if you are an employee investing in this scheme under Section 80C, you get a tax deduction of up to Rs 1.5 lakhs and also an additional tax benefit under Section 80CCD(1B) of Rs 50,000. If your employer contributes to you in this scheme, 10% of both the basic and dearness allowances combined will attract deductions under Section 80CCD(2) on top of both deductions mentioned previously.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The only thing that is taxable is the interest from the annuity pension, which is taxed as per your tax slab.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Public_Provident_Fund\"><\/span><b>2. Public Provident Fund\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just like your FD, this is another safe investment option backed by the government but locked in for 15 years and only allows a minimum investment of Rs 500 and a maximum investment of Rs 1.5 lakh per financial year.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Holding a status of EEE, under Section 80C, you get a tax deduction of Rs 1.5 lakh on the principal invested in the PPF. Secondly, the interest earned via this investment is tax-free, and on maturity, the corpus received in your account is also tax-free.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While you landed here to learn about the tax, you are saving in three ways. But when it&#8217;s about the investment, you get to earn an interest rate of 7.1%, which is the current rate, which usually gets revised quarterly and is compounded annually.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regarding the withdrawal, you could do so in the 7th year. To keep the account active, you should invest at least a minimum of Rs 500 every year.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Senior_Citizen_Saving_Schemes\"><\/span><b>3. Senior Citizen Saving Schemes\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s a post-savings scheme for senior citizens in India that can be opened in a bank or the post office. It is for senior citizens who are typically over the age of 60. Like an FD, you get a fixed interest rate of 8.2% guaranteed as it is backed by the government with a minimum investment of Rs 1,000 and a maximum of Rs 30 lakhs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This has a tenure of 5 years and allows the individual to withdraw prematurely but with a charge of 1.5% or 1% depending on the time of withdrawal after opening the account. So having said that, you get to receive the returns every quarter and have a tax benefit where you get a tax deduction of up to Rs 1.5 lakh under Section 80C. If the interest received is above Rs 50,000 per annum, the tax will be deducted at the source.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Sukanya_Samriddhi_Yojana\"><\/span><b>4. Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A scheme for the girl child\u2019s prosperity, which is again a government-backed scheme with guaranteed returns on the investment with a minimum cap of Rs 250 per year and a maximum of Rs 1.5 lakh per year.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is mandatory to invest a minimum of Rs 250 every year or otherwise a penalty of Rs 50 will be incurred each year while keeping the account open.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since this payment is made for the girl child in the house, the guardian or parent can contribute the amount in this investment until 15 years after the account opening, after which even if it isn\u2019t contributed until 21 years, it will earn interest.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The maturity of the account will be dependent on either of the two things, one of which is 21 years or the other is marriage after 18 years of age, whichever is lower. After 18 years, this account must be opened under the child\u2019s name.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So any excess amount invested beyond Rs 1.5 lakhs per year will not attract any interest and it can be withdrawn anytime. After 18 years, 50% of the amount is withdrawable for either education or marriage expenses. One can even prematurely close the account for a valid reason that is acceptable as per the scheme.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It attracts an interest rate of 8.2% compounded every year, which is guaranteed. The interesting point about the tax is that under Section 80C, you can claim a tax deduction of Rs 1.5 lakh. The interest earned is tax-free, along with the amount withdrawn after maturity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While this also attracts the EEE status, this is applicable only if the child is from India.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Equity_Investments_with_Returns_Tax_Saving_Benefits\"><\/span><b>Equity Investments with Returns &amp; Tax Saving Benefits\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_ELSS_Equity_Linked_Savings_Scheme\"><\/span><b>1. ELSS (Equity Linked Savings Scheme)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is no cap on how much you earn; it will depend on the asset allocation by your fund houses, where 60% of the allocation is in equity or equity-linked investments, with a contribution in fixed-income securities as well.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With a minimum cap defined depending on the fund house and no cap on the maximum investment, it\u2019s all on you. So what\u2019s the tax benefit here? The only mutual fund option offering a tax rebate of Rs 1.5 lakh under Section 80C.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All the while, the returns are partially taxed.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Other_Tax_Reliefs_in_EquityStock\"><\/span><b>2. Other Tax Reliefs in Equity\/Stock\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you pay the STT (security transaction tax) on any equity investment, which is generally 0.1%, then the short-term capital gain (STCG) will be 15% for all the investors, regardless of the tax slab to which they belong. Otherwise, if it is an off-market transaction, it\u2019ll be applicable as per the applicable tax slab.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now what about the long-term capital gain? For the STT, it\u2019ll be taxed at 10% if the gains made per year are above 1 lakh, and if only 1 lakh, it is exempt from tax. If it is an off-market transaction, then the LTCG will be 20%.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_Investing_in_Fixed_Income_Important\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/essentials\/bond-market\/why-is-investing-in-fixed-income-important\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_Taxation\"><b>Why is Investing in Fixed Income Important?<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fixed-Income_Investments_with_Returns_Tax-Saving_Benefits\"><\/span><b>Fixed-Income Investments with Returns &amp; Tax-Saving Benefits\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fixed-income securities, being the alternative to fixed deposits, of course, offer higher interest rates comparatively but when it comes to leveraging tax benefits from specific bonds that save tax, there are few whose interest rates are lower compared to the usual bonds, making them similar to the returns equivalent to bank fixed deposits.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Tax-Free_Bonds\"><\/span><b>1. Tax-Free Bonds<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The norm is that when you invest in a bond, you receive both principal and interest, unlike equities, where the returns and capital are both at high risk. In tax-free bonds, you can receive fixed interest anywhere from 5.5% to 7.5%, and the interest you receive is tax-free as per the Income Tax Act under Section 10.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The maximum investment allowed is up to Rs 5 lakhs per year but it is locked in for anywhere between 10 and 20 years, depending on the tenure pre-determined by the issuer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tax-free bonds such as NHAI and IRFC are some examples of such bonds. Note that these are organiations offering bonds that the government backs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Tax_Saving_Bonds\"><\/span><b>2. Tax Saving Bonds<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here, it is the opposite of tax-free bonds, where it makes the initial capital invested tax-free, which is as per the Income Tax Act under Section 80CCF, and with that, you can claim a tax deduction of up to Rs 20,000 per year.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The interest rate offered here is either a floating rate or fixed interest, which is offered by the government and may or may not have any lock-in period associated with it. It can be redeemed after 5 to 7 years.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This leaves us to conclude that interest is taxable as per the tax slab and attracts capital gains as well on redemption. The RBI tax-saving bonds currently yield 7.75%, with a minimum investment of Rs 1,000 and no cap on the maximum investment.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Capital_Gain_Bonds\"><\/span><b>3. Capital Gain Bonds<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you have made an investment in an immovable property, such as a building, land, or both, and you made a profit after selling it, holding the property for more than 24 months or more is considered a long-term capital gain. Generally, these gains are taxed as long-term capital gains. But if you want to save tax on these gains, the investor can make an investment in the 54EC bonds, otherwise called Capital <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gain<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Bonds.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Under Section 54EC of the Income Tax Act, the investor can exempt tax on the capital gains made by selling an immovable property entirely but with a cap on a maximum investment of not more than Rs 50 lakhs. This investment in the bond should be made within 6 months of the sale, which is the clause applicable here to avail of such a tax exemption.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These bonds are usually issued by the government or government-backed entities for a lock-in period of 5 years at an interest rate of 5% to 6%. The tax exemption on the capital gain is only applicable if you hold it until maturity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The interest received from the 54EC bonds is taxable, which must be presented during tax filing time as TDS is not deducted.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Tax-Saving_Fixed_Deposit\"><\/span><b>4. Tax-Saving Fixed Deposit\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The tax-saving deposit is just like any other fixed deposit, with interest ranging from 5.50% to 7.75% on the investment made. The minimum investment depends on the bank, whereas the maximum investment will have no cap.\\<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The tax-saving benefit is that under Section 80C, you receive a tax deduction of up to Rs 1.5 lakhs, whereas the interest income is taxable as per the income tax slab. The TDS will be deducted where an individual is eligible to do so if the interest received is more than <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rs 40,000<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the year. Senior citizens get a deduction of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rs. 1,00,000<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> under Section 80TTB.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A senior citizen can submit Form 15G to the bank to avoid TDS. These FDs come with a lock-in period of 5 years, until which you don\u2019t get to withdraw and the returns are compounded, which will be redeemed at maturity.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Sovereign_Gold_Bond\"><\/span><b>5. Sovereign Gold Bond<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An alternative investment compared to having physical gold earns an interest rate of 2.5% on the investment you make in multiples of grams, which will be linked to the price of the gold.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The investment will be locked in for 8 years and you can prematurely withdraw it only after 5 years but if done, the capital gain tax exemption benefit will be lost. So, if you ask, what is the tax benefit here?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SGB, also known as a sovereign gold bond, if held until maturity, can exempt the capital gains tax that it would otherwise incur. Having said that, there is no TDS but the interest earned is taxed as per the income tax slab that you belong to. But if you want to enjoy the indexation benefit, you need to hold it for 3 years, before which it is not applicable.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you decide to hold physical gold, you might have to pay a tax of 28%, The gold ETF will attract a long-term capital gain tax, whereas the SGB wouldn\u2019t attract any of these except for tax on interest income.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The government has currently paused fresh issuances of Sovereign Gold Bonds, although previously issued bonds remain valid until maturity.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_Sovereign_Gold_Bond\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/essentials\/bond-market\/what-is-sovereign-gold-bond\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_Taxation\"><b>What is a Sovereign Gold Bond?<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Tax-Saving_Opportunities\"><\/span><b>Other Tax-Saving Opportunities\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now something that doesn\u2019t fit in but still helps you save tax is::<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have done charity, under Section 80G, you can claim a deduction.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your company doesn&#8217;t have an HRA component, under Section 80GG, you can take the rent deduction, which is applicable only if you pay house rent and not otherwise.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your savings account makes interest money as well and under Section 80TTA, you can claim up to Rs 10,000 for the tax paid on interest.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Wrap\"><\/span><b>The Wrap\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We know you want to save tax, especially when it takes the majority of the money you earn. It\u2019s something that runs through your head every time this month of the year arrives. In Budget 2023, after the introduction of the new regime, none of the tax deductions will be applicable unless you opt for the old tax regime. As you can still opt for it, these are all the options you have for saving your tax.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But if you are wondering whether the old tax regime or the new tax regime is beneficial, let\u2019s get into it in the next blog. Stay tuned!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/collections\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8200 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/d2zny4996dl67j.cloudfront.net\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/01080355\/Maximize-Your-Tax-Savings-Today-%E2%80%93-Start-Investing-Today-with-GoldenPi-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Maximize Your Tax Savings Today \u2013 Start Investing Today with GoldenPi\" width=\"2560\" height=\"283\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d2zny4996dl67j.cloudfront.net\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/01080355\/Maximize-Your-Tax-Savings-Today-%E2%80%93-Start-Investing-Today-with-GoldenPi-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/d2zny4996dl67j.cloudfront.net\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/01080355\/Maximize-Your-Tax-Savings-Today-%E2%80%93-Start-Investing-Today-with-GoldenPi-300x33.jpg 300w, https:\/\/d2zny4996dl67j.cloudfront.net\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/01080355\/Maximize-Your-Tax-Savings-Today-%E2%80%93-Start-Investing-Today-with-GoldenPi-1024x113.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/d2zny4996dl67j.cloudfront.net\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/01080355\/Maximize-Your-Tax-Savings-Today-%E2%80%93-Start-Investing-Today-with-GoldenPi-768x85.jpg 768w, https:\/\/d2zny4996dl67j.cloudfront.net\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/01080355\/Maximize-Your-Tax-Savings-Today-%E2%80%93-Start-Investing-Today-with-GoldenPi-1536x170.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/d2zny4996dl67j.cloudfront.net\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/01080355\/Maximize-Your-Tax-Savings-Today-%E2%80%93-Start-Investing-Today-with-GoldenPi-2048x226.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/d2zny4996dl67j.cloudfront.net\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/01080355\/Maximize-Your-Tax-Savings-Today-%E2%80%93-Start-Investing-Today-with-GoldenPi-1170x129.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/d2zny4996dl67j.cloudfront.net\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/01080355\/Maximize-Your-Tax-Savings-Today-%E2%80%93-Start-Investing-Today-with-GoldenPi-1920x212.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/d2zny4996dl67j.cloudfront.net\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/01080355\/Maximize-Your-Tax-Savings-Today-%E2%80%93-Start-Investing-Today-with-GoldenPi-585x65.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Difference_Between_Corporate_and_Government_Bonds\"><\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/essentials\/bond-market\/difference-between-corporate-and-governments-bonds\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_Taxation\">What is the Difference Between Corporate and Government Bonds?<\/a><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><strong>Disclaimer:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This information is for general information purposes only. 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