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Mutual Funds, Financial Planning Expert - Answered on May 27, 2024

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Jenny Question by Jenny on May 26, 2024Hindi
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I also have a monthly Rd of 50k for 1 year so is it financially sound to increase my monthly sip frm 10k to 35k n cut my monthly from 50k to 25k. M also planning to invest a lumpsum amount of 12lak from my fd. Is it a good financial investment for retirement?? Kindly gave me ur advice. Thk u in advance n also for your early advice.

Ans: Increasing your SIP from Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 35,000 by reducing your RD from Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 25,000 is financially sound. Mutual funds generally offer better returns than RDs over the long term, helping build a stronger retirement corpus. Investing your Rs. 12 lakh FD lump sum in mutual funds is also a good strategy for long-term growth, provided you have no short-term requirements for the RD. Diversifying investments and focusing on mutual funds can enhance your retirement savings effectively.

Best Regards,

K. Ramalingam, MBA, CFP,

Chief Financial Planner,

www.holisticinvestment.in
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Hi sir, my monthly income is 19500 and my age is 29 years now I am planning to invest in RD, SIP and fd and want a savings of 1 cr till the age of 55, is it good to invest in all 3 or not? How much I have to invest per month in SIP and RD? How much in FD? I have no emi, no rent and expenses are around 8-10k per month
Ans: It's great that you're thinking about your financial future at 29. With disciplined savings and strategic investments, achieving a savings target of 1 crore by the age of 55 is certainly feasible.

Considering your income and expenses, investing in RD, SIP, and FD can be a prudent approach to diversify your savings and manage risk effectively.

RD (Recurring Deposit): RDs offer a fixed interest rate and provide a systematic way to save regularly. Allocate a portion of your monthly income towards RDs to build a stable foundation for your savings.
SIP (Systematic Investment Plan): SIPs in equity-oriented mutual funds can help you harness the power of compounding and generate potentially higher returns over the long term. Invest a portion of your income into SIPs to capitalize on market opportunities and maximize growth potential.
FD (Fixed Deposit): FDs offer capital protection and steady returns, making them suitable for short to medium-term goals. Consider allocating a portion of your savings to FDs to preserve capital and mitigate risk.
To determine the monthly investment amounts, assess your desired rate of return and investment horizon. Allocate a higher portion towards SIPs for long-term growth, followed by RDs for stability, and FDs for short-term needs.

Regularly review your investment portfolio and adjust your allocations based on changing market conditions and financial goals. Stay disciplined with your savings and investments, and you'll be well on your way to achieving your target of 1 crore by the age of 55.

Best Regards,
K. Ramalingam, MBA, CFP,
Chief Financial Planner,
www.holisticinvestment.in

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Asked by Anonymous - Jun 16, 2024Hindi
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I am 44 years old and I earn 60k a month... I invest 15k in SIPs and and have 11 lakhs in MF and a flat of my own worth 1 crore. Should I increase 5k more in MF SIPs to get a decent lumpsum amount to marry my daughter and lead a good retirement life?
Ans: You have a solid financial foundation. Let's explore if increasing your SIPs by Rs. 5,000 will help you achieve your goals for your daughter's marriage and a comfortable retirement.

Evaluating Current Financial Situation
Income and Investments
You earn Rs. 60,000 per month and invest Rs. 15,000 in SIPs. You have Rs. 11 lakhs in mutual funds and a flat worth Rs. 1 crore. This shows good financial discipline.

Assessing Financial Goals
You want to save for your daughter's marriage and secure a good retirement. These are long-term goals requiring careful planning and disciplined investing.

Importance of Increasing SIPs
Compounding Benefits
Investing an additional Rs. 5,000 monthly can significantly boost your corpus due to the power of compounding. Compounding helps your investment grow exponentially over time.

Achieving Financial Goals
Increasing your SIPs can help accumulate a larger corpus, aiding in achieving your goals. It will provide more funds for your daughter's marriage and a comfortable retirement.

Benefits of Mutual Funds
Diversification
Mutual funds offer diversification by investing in a mix of assets. This reduces risk and helps in achieving steady returns.

Professional Management
Mutual funds are managed by professional fund managers. They have the expertise to make informed investment decisions, which can potentially lead to better returns.

Liquidity
Mutual funds are highly liquid. You can redeem your investments easily, providing quick access to your money when needed.

Convenience
Investing in mutual funds through SIPs is convenient. It automates the investment process, ensuring disciplined investing without worrying about market timing.

Categories of Mutual Funds
Equity Funds
Equity funds invest in stocks. They have the potential for high returns but come with higher risk. They are suitable for long-term goals like retirement.

Debt Funds
Debt funds invest in fixed-income securities like bonds. They offer stable returns with lower risk, suitable for short to medium-term goals.

Hybrid Funds
Hybrid funds invest in a mix of equity and debt. They provide a balance of risk and return, suitable for investors with moderate risk tolerance.

Risk and Considerations
Market Risk
Mutual funds are subject to market risk. The value of your investments can fluctuate based on market conditions. It's important to have a long-term perspective.

Expense Ratios
Mutual funds charge an expense ratio for managing the fund. Higher expense ratios can impact your returns. Choose funds with reasonable expense ratios.

Performance Variability
Not all mutual funds perform consistently. It's essential to review fund performance regularly and make necessary adjustments to your portfolio.

Choosing the Right Mutual Funds
Align with Financial Goals
Choose funds that align with your financial goals and risk tolerance. For long-term goals, consider equity funds. For short-term goals, debt funds might be suitable.

Check Fund Performance
Review the historical performance of the funds. Choose funds with a consistent track record of good performance.

Consult a Certified Financial Planner (CFP)
A CFP can provide personalized advice based on your financial situation. They can help you choose the right funds and create a comprehensive financial plan.

Power of Compounding
Growth Over Time
Compounding allows your investment to grow over time. Reinvesting your returns helps your money earn returns on returns, leading to exponential growth.

Starting Early
The earlier you start investing, the more time your money has to grow. Increasing your SIPs now can significantly impact your corpus by the time you need it.

Genuine Compliments and Empathy
You are proactive about your investments, which is commendable. Increasing your SIPs shows your commitment to securing your financial future. It can seem overwhelming, but your efforts will pay off.

Final Insights
Increasing your SIPs by Rs. 5,000 is a wise decision. It can help you accumulate a larger corpus for your daughter's marriage and retirement. Evaluate your current investments and choose funds that align with your goals. Consulting a CFP can provide personalized guidance and ensure you are on the right track.

Remember, the goal is to align your investments with your financial goals and risk tolerance. Stay informed, review your investments regularly, and seek professional advice when needed.

Best Regards,

K. Ramalingam, MBA, CFP

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www.holisticinvestment.in

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Asked by Anonymous - Dec 07, 2024Hindi
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I’m 50 year old professional considering early retirement.. My current investments stand like this 50L in PF, 52L in NPS and another 50 lakhs in FD.. I hv a rent income of 20k and staying in own house.. my plan is investing 40 Lakhs from FD in to SWP withdrawing 40K per month. Balance 10L kept as Emergency fund Keep the NPS invested till I’m 60 later I can buy Annuity from that Is it good option to keep 52L that is in PF for next 3 years (till it earns interest) then I will consider to invest either in SWP or any other mutual funds Pls suggest any corrections needed to this? My monthly expenses will be around 50-60 k that can be met with above arrangement now and later considering inflation
Ans: Hello;

To generate 40 K monthly income from 40 L fund you will have to do SWP at the rate of 12% which is unsustainable and not prudent.

Because an year of negative and/or flat returns in the market will erode the value of your corpus significantly.

Golden rule for SWP in retirement is that the source fund should be a hybrid fund with low allocation to equity and the SWP rate should not be more than 3-3.5%.

If you are keen to retire now you will have to withdraw the EPF so total corpus will be around 1 Cr.

A 3.5% SWP will yield you a monthly income of around 29.2 K.

Add your rental income of 20 K to this and your total monthly income comes to around 49.2 K.

If you do not wish to utilise your EPF now then you may have to continue working for atleast 5 years more.

Alternatively you may buy an immediate annuity for your corpus of 1 Cr and considering 6% annuity rate it may fetch you a monthly income of around 50 K but the flip side it is not indexed to inflation.

If you are confident of being able to top-up annuity income at 5, 10,15 year interval to match up with inflation then this can be a good option.

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You have done what you needed to in order to protect your child and your sanity. Your husband could never get over his affair and he possibly won't. He maybe never even tried...

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Asked by Anonymous - Feb 16, 2025
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Hi i am 48 old woman my husband works overseas in Dubai, i am fit and good looking and men always try to approach me but i pay no attention. In my workplace a young intern 18 years joined our office. I was assignes to guide and mentor him and he started spending time together. Now the boy says he loves me and he wants to take me for a movie date. I also seem to like him a lot but denied showing him i like him. Last week it was his birthday and he asked me to go for coffee i agreed during which he said he really loves me and kissed me also although i dont admit i also started liking him. my husband is overseas and i miss physical satisfaction. Now the boy asked if we can go to mussorie over the weekend, shall i go what if my husband finds out please advice i dont want to hurt my husband but also like my young office colleague also shall spending 2-3 days togther wrong ???
Ans: Dear Anonymous,
Guys that age are still confused handling emotions and it does take a while for them to understand the difference between lust and love.The boy maybe infatuated with you and you don't want him dealing with his 'mommy' issues. You cannot take care of him like he would want a mother to and you end up parenting him. Even if you wish to argue this and call it love, how are you going to be able to manage your husband and your family.

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Talk to your husband and tell him about how lonely you have begun to feel without his presence and how much you miss sex. The two of you surely can figure something out, yeah?

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Hello, Anu I have been married to my wife for 2 Month now. Everything is ok going ok in our marriage. We are enjoying time together, eating out, travelling and also having good intemate time with each other. But we are able to have sex with each other, initial because of being uncomfortable to do intemate thinks together, but now mainly due to possibilities that me might have to face pain, my genetals remains dry through out that give in irritation, also I am not able to penetrate, as I kind of thinks that her veginal opning is small. I do tried fingering but see didn't liked it. Also trying to do so I am often loose confidence and also also loose arrosal and desire to go ahead. Please help use so that we can enjoy more of our sexual life.
Ans: Dear Anonymous,
There's obviously an issue when it comes to sexual intimacy. But when you are very strictly focused on something not happening, it becomes stress and sexual intimacy in stress never happens.
If there is no medical issue, then it's purely about indulging in a lot of foreplay, a lot emotional bonding and most importantly learn to laugh a lot together. This releases a lot of strain and stress if any from both of you as a couple which in turn will help in intimacy.
If this still doesn't work, do get a medical opinion on any possible reasons that maybe preventing either of you from enjoying the process.

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