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ELSS tax-saving funds

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How ELSS gives you an 80C tax deduction while keeping the money in equity, with the shortest lock in of the 80C options.

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Curated reading that points you to the sources, not personalised investment advice.

It answers 2 questions

  1. How can I legally lower the tax on my investments?
  2. Should I put my 80C tax-saving money in ELSS or PPF?

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