Hi sir. I am Bahuleyan, 58years old, need your advice on retirement planning. Since I am working in a private concern even after 60 years I can able continue in the job. My concern is i don't have any huge savings with me. Approximately 5lakhs in SIP, 5 lakhs in one time deposit, 2.5 lakhs in NPS and no savings in PF. As my son's marriage is fixed in next month, for which I have to utilize near about 9 lakhs from above savings.Please advice me what type of financial plan I can do to secure my feature. Both of son's are working. My current salary is 45000. Hoping your valuable advice.
Ans: Hello Bahuleyan,
Thank you for reaching out for advice on your retirement planning. Given your current financial situation and upcoming expenses, let's outline a plan to help you secure your future.
1. Immediate Financial Needs
Since your son's marriage will require around 9 lakhs from your savings, you will need to prioritize which investments to liquidate:
Liquidate SIPs: Use the SIPs (Systematic Investment Plans) amounting to 5 lakhs.
Utilize One-time Deposit: Use 4 lakhs from your one-time deposit.
This will cover the 9 lakhs required for the wedding.
2. Assess Remaining Savings
Post your son's marriage, you will have the following remaining:
One-time deposit: 1 lakh
NPS (National Pension System): 2.5 lakhs
3. Regular Income and Expenses
Your current salary is ?45,000 per month. Since you have no PF (Provident Fund) savings and minimal other savings, it's crucial to start focusing on building your retirement corpus immediately.
4. Steps to Secure Your Financial Future
A. Continue Working
Since you have the option to continue working beyond 60 years, this will be a key component in your financial planning. Your salary will help cover your living expenses and also contribute towards savings.
B. Create a Monthly Budget
Essential Expenses: Track your monthly essential expenses and ensure they are well within your salary.
Savings and Investments: Allocate a portion of your salary towards savings and investments. Ideally, aim to save at least 20-30% of your income.
C. Rebuild Emergency Fund
Once the wedding expenses are covered, start rebuilding an emergency fund to cover at least 6 months of your living expenses.
D. Increase Retirement Savings
NPS Contributions: Continue contributing to the NPS to take advantage of the tax benefits and the compounding effect.
Recurring Deposits (RD) or Fixed Deposits (FD): Consider opening an RD or FD with a part of your salary for a secure return.
Mutual Funds: After rebuilding your emergency fund, start SIPs in diversified equity mutual funds for long-term growth.
PPF (Public Provident Fund): Open a PPF account for long-term savings with tax benefits.
5. Medical Insurance
Ensure you have adequate health insurance coverage. As you age, medical expenses can be a significant burden, and having insurance can protect your savings.
6. Long-Term Planning
Retirement Corpus Goal: Determine how much you will need per month post-retirement and calculate the corpus required. Given inflation, consider an annual increase in expenses.
Investment Portfolio: Diversify your investments to balance between risk and return. A mix of equity, debt, and fixed income investments can provide stability and growth.
7. Engage in Financial Planning Services
Given the complexity and importance of retirement planning, it might be beneficial to consult with a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) who can provide a personalized and detailed financial plan.
Summary
Post-marriage, reassess your remaining savings and rebuild an emergency fund.
Continue working and save a portion of your income.
Invest in a mix of NPS, mutual funds, PPF, and FDs.
Ensure adequate health insurance coverage.
Consider professional financial advice for detailed planning.
By following these steps, you can work towards securing your financial future despite the immediate expense of your son's marriage. Wishing you all the best in your financial journey and your son's wedding.
Best Regards,
K. Ramalingam, MBA, CFP,
Chief Financial Planner,
www.holisticinvestment.in