Greetings!! I am 33 years old, working as a civil engineer residing in Chennai with a family of four [ wife and two daughters]. I am earning Rs. 80,000 per month. My investment portfolio is given as below:- 1 LIC - Single Premium Endowment Plan Rs 10,00,000/- 2. LIC - New Money Back Plan - 25 yrs 821 Sum Assured Rs. 5,00,000/- 3. Public Provident Fund Rs. 1,50,000 P.A. 4. Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana Rs. 1,50,000 P.A. 5. Mutual Funds: SIP - Equity Funds Rs. 10,000 per month 6. Mutual Funds: Lumpsum - Equity Funds Rs. 20,00,000 My investment goal is to have a retirement corpus of Rs. 10 Cr. In this regard, I would like to request the following advice: - 1. Whether my investments are on the right track to achieve my goals or should I alter my investment portfolio ? 2. Are there any alternative options to generate passive income to strengthen my financial situation ? Looking forward to hearing from you.

Ans: Strategic Financial Planning for Retirement
Greetings! It's impressive to see your commitment to securing your family's financial future through thoughtful investments. Let's review your current portfolio and explore potential adjustments to align with your retirement goal.

Evaluating Current Investments
Genuine Compliments: Your dedication to financial planning for your family's well-being is truly commendable.

Empathy and Understanding: I understand the importance of ensuring a comfortable retirement for you and your loved ones, given your responsibilities and aspirations.

Assessing Investment Portfolio
Insurance-Cum-Investment Plans: Consider surrendering your LIC policies, as they may not offer optimal returns compared to other investment options.
Public Provident Fund (PPF) and Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY): These are excellent choices for long-term savings, providing tax benefits and stable returns.
Mutual Funds (MF): Your SIPs and lumpsum investments in equity funds are well-suited for long-term wealth accumulation, given their potential for higher returns.
Aligning with Retirement Goals
Reallocating Surrendered Amount: Reinvest the proceeds from surrendering LIC policies into mutual funds to benefit from potentially higher returns.
Retirement Corpus Target: Your goal of accumulating a retirement corpus of Rs. 10 Crores is ambitious but achievable with strategic planning and disciplined investing.
Passive Income Options: Explore avenues like dividend-paying stocks, rental income from real estate (if suitable), or systematic withdrawal plans (SWP) from mutual funds to generate passive income streams.
Benefits of Regular Funds Investing through MFD with CFP Credential
Certified Financial Planners can provide personalized advice and ongoing portfolio management, ensuring your investments align with your retirement goals.
Mutual Fund Distributors with CFP credentials offer expertise and guidance to optimize your investment portfolio for long-term growth and stability.
Conclusion
By reallocating your investments, focusing on high-return options like mutual funds, and seeking guidance from a Certified Financial Planner, you can enhance your chances of achieving your retirement goal and securing a financially stable future for your family.

Best Regards,

K. Ramalingam, MBA, CFP,

Chief Financial Planner,

www.holisticinvestment.in