Myself Ajith. Will be 45 in september 2023.would like to create a corpous of one crore by the age of 60.will be retiring after 15 years. One daughter 12 yrs of age and another daughter 7 yrs of age. So far i have only started investing in mutual fund canara robeco emerging equities with a monthly sip of rs 2500 since 5 months back. Kindly suggest other mutual funds so as to accumulate one crore after 15 years. Would like to know other investment options as well if possible.

Ans: SIPs in funds below can be considered.

• Axis ESG Equity Fund -- Growth
• UTI Flexicap Fund -- Growth
• DSP Quant Fund -- Growth
• Samco Flexicap fund -- Growth
  
  

Ans: Monthly SIP amount of Rs 27500 will be required to achieve the targets:

Below are few funds that can be considered for creating a corpus of Rs 1.5. Crs in 15 years

1. UTI Flexi Cap Fund -- Growth
2. Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund -- Growth
3. Axis ESG Equity Fund -- Growth
4. Motilal Oswal Focused 25 Fund -- Growth

Around 13^th year or when you reach 57/58 years in age to reduce the volatility in the corpus shift to Debt Funds (Couple of Banking and PSU and one Corporate Bond Fund) along a Hybrid Balanced advantage fund

Ans: Monthly investment of Rs 55000 is required to achieve a corpus of Rs 3 cr in 15 years!

Funds that can be considered are as under:

HDFC Index Fund – Sensex Plan – Growth

UTI Flexi cap Fund – Growth

Axis ESG Equity fund – Growth

Samco Flexi cap fund – Growth

Motilal Oswal Mid cap Fund - Growth

Nippon India Small Cap Fund – Growth

Ans: Planning for retirement and future expenses for your children is a wise decision. Let's create a strategy to achieve your financial goals:

Retirement Corpus:
With a monthly investment of Rs. 20,000 and a 10-year horizon, aim for a diversified investment approach. Consider a mix of equity mutual funds, debt funds, and other investment options based on your risk tolerance.
Regularly review and adjust your investment portfolio to ensure it remains aligned with your retirement goal.
Children's Education and Wedding Expenses:
For short-to-medium-term goals like education and wedding expenses, consider investing in a combination of equity and debt funds, balanced funds, or targeted investment options like children's education funds.
As these expenses are nearer term (within 5-10 years), prioritize capital preservation while aiming for modest growth.
Emergency Fund:
Ensure you have an emergency fund equivalent to 6-12 months of expenses. This will provide a safety net in case of unexpected financial needs.
Regular Review:
Regularly review your financial plan, adjusting your investment allocations and contributions as needed to stay on track with your goals.
Professional Guidance:
Consider consulting with a Certified Financial Planner who can help you create a comprehensive financial plan tailored to your specific goals and circumstances. They can provide personalized advice and guidance to help you achieve your financial objectives efficiently.
Remember, consistency and discipline in your investment approach, along with periodic reassessment of your goals and financial situation, will be key to achieving financial success. With prudent planning and diligent execution, you can work towards building a secure future for yourself and your family.

Ans: Dear Rayulu,
To create ?1 crore in 10 years with your current mutual fund SIPs of ?40,000/month, you need a consistent 12% CAGR. At this rate, your corpus will grow to approximately ?92.7 lakhs. To bridge the gap, consider increasing your SIPs by ?2,000-?3,000/month or adding a 10% annual top-up.

Your portfolio is well-diversified but leans heavily on small-cap funds (Axis, Quant, Nippon). Balance it by adding large-cap or index funds like **UTI Nifty Index** or **Mirae Asset Large Cap** for stability. Monitor your portfolio annually and reallocate if funds underperform consistently for 2-3 years. Staying disciplined, increasing SIPs periodically, and maintaining a balanced portfolio will ensure you comfortably achieve your ?1 crore goal in 10 years.
Regards, Nitin Narkhede -Founder Prosperity Lifestyle Hub,
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