I am 58 years old working with salary of Rs.1.0 Lac monthly. Having 2 sons age 32 years and 18 years of age. Elder son is still to marry. Monthly expenses 50K, Having PPF : Rs. 35 Lacs, Retirement amount : Rs. 10-12 Lacs, PF Rs. 11 Lacs, Emergency fund : 10 Lacs, Medical policy : 15 Lacs, Rental income : 30000 from house and shop, Property : Flat worth 90 Lac, 1 shop worth 30 Lacs, Insurance : Sanchay plus - Premium of Rs. 1.5 Lacs till 2029 and will get 130000 from 2031 onwards, HDFC Pansion plan – pansion starts from 2026 as Rs. 26000 per year, HDFC SL Crest – funds accumulated 7 Lacs, Savings : RD in post office : Rs. 14 Lacs, Bank 5 Lacs, Medical policy : 15 Lacs. No Loan. How should I invest Rs. 1.1 Crores on selling of Flat to get Rs. 1.0 Lac monthly ? What should I do to have stable income in future with funds growing ?
Ans: Your Current Financial Position
Monthly Salary: Rs. 1 lakh.
Monthly Expenses: Rs. 50,000.
PPF: Rs. 35 lakhs.
Retirement Corpus: Rs. 10-12 lakhs.
PF: Rs. 11 lakhs.
Emergency Fund: Rs. 10 lakhs.
Rental Income: Rs. 30,000 per month.
Properties: Flat worth Rs. 90 lakhs and shop worth Rs. 30 lakhs.
Insurance: Sanchay Plus with Rs. 1.5 lakh annual premium and Rs. 1.3 lakh yearly return from 2031.
HDFC Pension Plan: Pension starts in 2026 at Rs. 26,000 per year.
HDFC SL Crest: Accumulated funds of Rs. 7 lakhs.
Savings: Rs. 14 lakhs in RD and Rs. 5 lakhs in the bank.
Medical Policy: Rs. 15 lakhs.
Future Asset: Rs. 1.1 crore from selling the flat.
You wish to generate Rs. 1 lakh per month from this amount while ensuring stability and growth.
Step 1: Create a Diversified Portfolio
Allocate Funds Across Asset Classes
1. Equity Mutual Funds
Allocate 40% of Rs. 1.1 crore (around Rs. 44 lakhs).
Focus on actively managed diversified funds.
Choose funds from large-cap, flexi-cap, and hybrid categories for stability.
Actively managed funds have expert oversight for better performance.
Advantages of Regular Funds
Regular funds involve guidance from Certified Financial Planners (CFP).
You benefit from professional advice and fund selection.
This ensures efficient fund allocation for your goals.
2. Debt Mutual Funds
Allocate 30% of Rs. 1.1 crore (around Rs. 33 lakhs).
Invest in funds with low to medium risk.
Focus on short-duration or corporate bond funds for stable returns.
Debt funds provide regular income and lower tax impact than fixed deposits.
3. Monthly Income Plan (MIP) Mutual Funds
Allocate 10% of Rs. 1.1 crore (around Rs. 11 lakhs).
These funds aim for steady payouts with moderate risk.
4. Senior Citizens' Savings Scheme (SCSS)
Invest Rs. 15 lakhs (maximum allowed).
This government-backed scheme ensures safety and decent returns.
Payouts can supplement monthly income.
5. Fixed Deposits in Small Finance Banks
Allocate Rs. 10 lakhs to higher-interest FDs in small finance banks.
This ensures liquidity and risk-free returns.
Step 2: Plan Monthly Withdrawals
Combine rental income and investment returns to meet your Rs. 1 lakh goal.
Use SWP (Systematic Withdrawal Plan) from mutual funds.
SWP allows you to withdraw monthly while the principal grows.
Rental income (Rs. 30,000) and SCSS payouts can cover basic needs.
Step 3: Evaluate Current Insurance Plans
1. Sanchay Plus
The annual premium of Rs. 1.5 lakh continues till 2029.
Returns of Rs. 1.3 lakh per year start in 2031.
This plan should be retained due to assured future income.
2. HDFC Pension Plan
Annual pension of Rs. 26,000 starts in 2026.
Retain the plan as it supplements your income.
3. HDFC SL Crest
Current accumulated fund value is Rs. 7 lakhs.
Surrender and reinvest this amount in mutual funds.
Mutual funds offer better growth potential over time.
Step 4: Emergency and Health Security
Keep Rs. 10 lakhs emergency fund intact.
Medical insurance of Rs. 15 lakhs is sufficient.
Ensure coverage for family members, including your younger son.
Step 5: Manage Future Milestones
1. Elder Son’s Marriage
Allocate Rs. 10-15 lakhs from existing RD and bank savings.
Avoid using investment corpus for this purpose.
2. Younger Son’s Education
Start a dedicated equity mutual fund SIP.
Use the PPF corpus of Rs. 35 lakhs when needed.
Tax Implications
Equity fund LTCG above Rs. 1.25 lakh is taxed at 12.5%.
Debt fund income is taxed per your slab.
Plan withdrawals to minimise tax liabilities.
Final Insights
Your current financial position is strong.
Selling your flat and investing Rs. 1.1 crore can provide Rs. 1 lakh monthly.
Ensure disciplined withdrawals and regular review of investments.
Retain essential insurance plans for future security.
A Certified Financial Planner can assist in monitoring your portfolio.
Focus on consistent income and long-term growth.
Best Regards,
K. Ramalingam, MBA, CFP,
Chief Financial Planner,
www.holisticinvestment.in
https://www.youtube.com/@HolisticInvestment
