5 Myths & Misconceptions about SIP Investment

By : Sachin Gupta Published : 16 June 2023

#Myth 1: SIP is for small Investors

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#Myth 2: SIPs are risky with low returns

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#Myth 3: SIP keeps your money locked up for a long time.

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#Myth 4: SIPs work best with equity mutual funds only.

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#Myth 5: SIP requires a lot of Documentation

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