I am 53 with 1 cr corpus , invested in MF( lump sum - equity and SIP of 85 k month for last 2 years) PPF, NSC, stocks, FD . I have 2 children one is working and the daughter is in 12 would like to pursue medicine . I want to know the following
A. How do I plan my finances ahead ?
B. My daughters education ? My pension ?
C. A medical policy is there for 26 lakhs for a family of 4 . Is that enough or I need to take another policy ?
D. What amount should I have to lead a decent and comfortable life . Without depending on kids .( have a house of my own )
Kindly help / advice .
Ans: Hello Mr. Kumar Shashi Raj,
It's great that you're actively planning for your financial future and your children's education. Let's address your concerns step by step:
A. Planning your finances ahead:
With a corpus of 1 crore and diversified investments like MFs, PPF, NSC, stocks, and FDs, you're on the right track.
Consider reviewing your investment portfolio periodically to ensure alignment with your financial goals and risk tolerance.
Continue your SIPs and monitor the performance of your equity investments.
Explore options for retirement planning to secure a steady income post-retirement. You can consider instruments like NPS or annuities for this purpose.
B. Your daughter's education:
Since your daughter aims to pursue medicine, it's crucial to plan for the substantial expenses associated with her education.
Estimate the cost of her medical education and explore education loans, scholarships, or other funding options to supplement your savings.
Consider investing in instruments like mutual funds or fixed deposits specifically earmarked for her education expenses.
C. Medical insurance:
Your existing medical policy covering 26 lakhs for a family of four is a good start.
However, considering rising healthcare costs and the possibility of unforeseen medical emergencies, it's advisable to assess if this coverage is adequate.
Evaluate the premium versus coverage benefits and consider topping up your existing policy or purchasing an additional policy for enhanced coverage.
D. Retirement planning and leading a comfortable life:
Determine your desired post-retirement lifestyle and estimate your retirement expenses, including healthcare, travel, and other essentials.
Calculate the corpus required to generate a steady income stream post-retirement, considering factors like inflation and life expectancy.
Aim to build a retirement corpus that can sustain your lifestyle without relying on your children's financial support.
Maximize contributions to retirement-oriented schemes like NPS or voluntary provident fund to boost your retirement corpus.
Regularly reassess your financial plan and make adjustments as needed to stay on track towards your financial goals.
Best Regards,
K. Ramalingam, MBA, CFP,
Chief Financial Planner,
www.holisticinvestment.in