Money n Wealth September 3, 2026 14 min read Last reviewed October 14, 2026
    A fund from the bank, a policy bundled with a loan, a SIP nobody remembers. Here is how to lay every holding side by side, spot the overlaps and costs, and tidy up without an avoidable tax bill.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Does consolidating mean I have to switch out of my existing investments?

    No. A consolidation review often finds that some existing holdings are working perfectly well and should simply be kept, now with proper context around them. The point is an accurate, complete picture, not a predetermined switch.

    Will consolidating cost me in exit loads or taxes?

    Sometimes, which is exactly why those costs are calculated and shown before any change is made, not after. A change that ignores exit load or capital gains tax hasn't been fully costed.

    I have accounts spread across family members — can those be reviewed together?

    Yes, with each family member's consent. Many households find that reviewing accounts together reveals duplicate insurance cover or repeated fund choices across spouses that neither realised the other held.

    How long does a consolidation review actually take?

    Gathering documents is usually the slowest part. Once a CAS and policy documents are in hand, the review itself is typically completed within a few working days.

    Is there a cost for the review itself?

    No, the review is free. Compensation, if you choose to invest or make changes afterward through Money n Wealth, follows the standard disclosed AMFI trail-commission structure described below, the same as with any AMFI-registered distributor.

    How do I get a Consolidated Account Statement (CAS) for my mutual funds?

    Request it free from CAMS, KFintech or MF Central using your PAN and registered email; it lists mutual fund folios across fund houses. If you hold a demat account, NSDL or CDSL also email a monthly CAS covering shares and demat-held units. Insurance policies, PPF and EPF are not included and need separate statements.

    Can I merge multiple folios with the same fund house?

    Yes, usually. If the folios have the same PAN, holders, holding mode and order of names, you can ask the fund house or its registrar (CAMS or KFintech) to consolidate them into one folio. Merging folios is not a redemption, so it does not trigger capital gains tax. Mismatched details have to be corrected first.

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