My age is 42 year & my wife age is 34 year. We want to start the SIP in Mutual Funds, but quite confused actually which fund needs to be picked, which will be best suited for us to our requirement.

I want to create corpus of 1.5 cr for retirement, 2 cr for Child's education and marriage from my investment for 15 - 17 years & same amount of return for my wife for the investment of 25 years.

Require your valuable guidance on exactly which fund and how much in each fund i need to invest so that the above objective can be fulfilled.

Ans: Hi Yogesh. I understand that you have multiple goals. In order to achieve your retirement goal of 1.5 crore in 18 years, you can start sip 15k per month. With the goal of your child's education and marriage being reached in 15 years with 14% CAGR you can begin the sip of 32K per month.

In addition, you can include large, mid, and flexi caps as part of your portfolio creation.

Ans: Hello investor! Its great you have a solid intent to build your retirement corpus and money for child education, to help you effectively. I would be needing further quantitative details like the age of retirement and investment horizon for children's education. for longer horizon goals mid-cap funds are always been preferred in the portfolio

Ans: Hi Kashyap AM glad you liked my answer. Thank You.
well for 12 years a good mid cap fund can be chosen from Axis Midcap Fund and Nippon India Growth Fund. While you can make it all midcap fund investment for 12 years my suggestion allocate a good amount to parag parikh flexi cap fund too. So for 12 years if you want to reach to 2 cr the assuming returns of around 12 % per annum you need to invest Rs 65000 per month of which 40000 can go in mid cap and 25000 in flexi cap.

now for your retirement corpus of 1.5 cr after 14 years you can easily choose only one large cap fund which is Mirae asset Large cap fund and One small cap fund like axis small cap fund or canara robeco small cap fund

You need to save Rs 37000 at assumed rate of 12% for 14 years o reach to your retirement goal. Amts can be RS 17000 in small cap and Rs 20000 in large cap fund.

Ans: Nelson. Congratulations on your upcoming marriage! Starting a SIP is a great step towards securing your financial future. Let's discuss how you can effectively plan your investments.

Starting with SIP

You plan to start with Rs 5,000 SIP in mutual funds. This is a wise decision. SIPs offer disciplined investing and benefit from rupee cost averaging.

Choosing the Right Funds

To diversify your portfolio and maximize returns, consider the following categories:

Large Cap Funds: These funds invest in large, well-established companies. They provide stability and moderate returns. Allocate Rs 2,000 monthly.

Mid Cap Funds: Mid cap funds invest in mid-sized companies with high growth potential. They are riskier but can offer higher returns. Allocate Rs 1,000 monthly.

Flexi Cap Funds: These funds invest across market capitalizations. They offer flexibility and balance. Allocate Rs 1,000 monthly.

ELSS Funds: Equity Linked Savings Schemes provide tax benefits under Section 80C. They have a lock-in period of three years. Allocate Rs 1,000 monthly.

Stepping Up SIP

Consider increasing your SIP amount every year. This helps in combating inflation and growing your investments faster. A 10% annual increase is a good starting point.

Benefits of Actively Managed Funds

Actively managed funds are managed by professional fund managers. They aim to outperform the market by selecting high-potential stocks. This approach can offer better returns compared to index funds.

Importance of Regular Funds

Investing through a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and Mutual Fund Distributor (MFD) offers several advantages:

Professional Guidance: Regular funds provide access to expert advice and management.

Market Insights: Fund managers continuously monitor and adjust the portfolio to market conditions.

Tax Planning

ELSS funds offer tax benefits under Section 80C. Invest up to Rs 1.5 lakh per year in these funds to save on taxes.

Diversification and Risk Management

Diversifying your investments across different fund types reduces risk. It ensures a balanced portfolio that can withstand market volatility.

Long-Term Perspective

Investing in mutual funds should be viewed as a long-term strategy. Stay invested for at least 5-7 years to benefit from compounding and market growth.

Monitoring and Reviewing

Regularly review your portfolio to ensure it aligns with your financial goals. Adjust your investments as needed based on performance and market conditions.

Emergency Fund

Maintain an emergency fund equivalent to 6-12 months of expenses. This fund should be in a savings account or liquid funds for easy access.

Health Insurance

Ensure adequate health insurance coverage for you and your family. This protects your savings in case of medical emergencies.

Final Insights

Nelson, starting a SIP in mutual funds is a great step towards a secure financial future. Diversify your investments, step up your SIPs annually, and consult with a Certified Financial Planner for personalized advice. Maintain an emergency fund and health insurance for added security.

Best Regards,

K. Ramalingam, MBA, CFP,

Chief Financial Planner,

www.holisticinvestment.in