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Don't Mix Insurance & Investment

For insurance use term insurance plan and invest with mutual funds based on needs

I want to invest Rs 5000 every month. Which type of investment should I choose from ELSS and Whole Life Insurance Policy? I have a long-time horizon of around 15 to 20 years. Please suggest.
- Rajesh Vickraman

This article was originally published on June 22, 2009.

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