Money. That's what drives everyone in the final analysis, whether in the glamour world of acting or the hard grind of scripting and producing. Cashin' In sits down with TV celebs to know well they handle their financial matters, and tracks their spending patterns.

Tassniem Sheikh aka Mohini of KSKBT thinks much in advance before buying anything. She believes that one has to do an intensive research before investing.

We cashed in on this sizzling actress to know how careful she is while handling money matters.

How important is money for you?
Money is important for all and sundry. It is not just me who needs money but even for the richest.

Are you an impulsive buyer?
Not at all. I think much in advance before buying something barring clothes.

What are the investments you have made?
I have bought a three BHK house for myself in Seven Bungalows, Andheri. I have also invested in mutual funds and P.P.F.

What is your most expensive purchase?
It has to be my three BHK house.

Do you feel financially secure?
I have put an effort to do so. I save a lot from my income to easily overcome the adversities that may rise in future.

Who handles your expenses?
I handle them myself.

What was your first salary? What you did with it?
I used to give tuition to a 6th standard child in 1997 and my very first salary was Rs.200. I saved it to gift a sari to my mother on her birthday.

How much money do you carry every day?
I do not carry much cash fearing thefts that take place on sets. I just carry Rs.200 in my wallet.

Do you invest in the stock market?
I once thought of opening a D-Mat account but then I found that stock market had crashed, so I decided to back out.

Any advice for investors?
Do an intensive research before investing.