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Milind Vadjikar is an independent MF distributor registered with Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) and a retirement financial planning advisor registered with Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA).
He has a mechanical engineering degree from Government Engineering College, Sambhajinagar, and an MBA in international business from the Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Pune.
With over 16 years of experience in stock investments, and over six year experience in investment guidance and support, he believes that balanced asset allocation and goal-focused disciplined investing is the key to achieving investor goals.... more
Asked by Anonymous - Dec 04, 2024Hindi
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Hi , My name is Sanjay from Indore M.P , I am a Senior Software Professional. I am 40 year old having two daughters of age 10 years and 7 years old. Wife is PSU bank branch manager. I don't have any money/finance expectations from her for me. I want to retire in age of 45 years. I am expecting 60K per month of copus to retire in 45 age. I have 12 lac in EPF. Plot of current value 25 lac atleast in Indore. 15 lac cash in bank. NPS of about 3 lac. Having PPF also but not more than 1 lac. Having my own flat with home loan 20lac. No other loans. Please guide how much money need to have retirement at 45 age with 60k per month pension from any source. Currently earning about 1.5lac after tax deduction.

Ans: Hello;

First and foremost utilise the funds available with you to prepay and close the home loan liability.

This will ensure more investible funds available to you for planning your retirement.

(Many people continue home loan for long due to a false myth of saving money by claiming income tax deduction but they are oblivious of the fact that huge chunk of their income is going towards profiteering the lender as EMI which if judiciously invested could earn handsome returns over long-term.)

Start a sip of 1 L in a combination of equity mutual funds for 6 years at the end of which you may have a corpus around of 1 Cr.

Sell the land plot and put the sale proceeds to your corpus which may be around 1.25 Cr after 6 years.

You may buy an immediate annuity for 1.2 Cr from a life insurance company which may yield you a monthly income of around 60 K, as desired. (6% annuity rate considered)

I hope adequate provisions have been made for education and other expenses for your kids.

Also you may pursue some alternate vocation after quitting regular employment, at least for another 10 years, and get some income which may be used to top-up the annuity income to account for inflation.

Hope you have adequate term and healthcare insurance.

Happy Investing;
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I am 44 years old my Total savings in FD ,mutul fund , Insurance is Rs 2 Cr and 2nd property worth 50 lacs which is on rent , my current monthly expenses is Rs 45000/- How much amount will i require for retirement at 60.
Ans: Assessing Retirement Needs and Financial Preparedness
As a Certified Financial Planner, I understand the importance of planning for a comfortable retirement. Let's analyze your current financial situation and estimate the amount required for your retirement at age 60.

Genuine Appreciation for Financial Discipline
I commend you for diligently saving and investing to secure your financial future. Your prudent financial habits lay a solid foundation for retirement planning.

Evaluating Current Assets
Savings and Investments:
Fixed Deposits (FD)
Mutual Funds
Insurance Policies
Real Estate:
Second property worth 50 lakhs generating rental income
Estimating Retirement Expenses
To estimate the amount required for retirement, we need to consider your current monthly expenses and potential future expenses.

Current Monthly Expenses:
Rs 45,000
Projected Retirement Expenses:
Inflation-adjusted lifestyle expenses
Healthcare costs
Travel and leisure expenses
Calculating Retirement Corpus
To calculate the retirement corpus, we need to consider:

Expected retirement age
Life expectancy
Inflation rate
Rate of return on investments
Conclusion and Recommendation
Based on your current assets, monthly expenses, and retirement age, it's essential to:

Conduct a Detailed Analysis: Assess your current financial situation and future needs thoroughly.
Estimate Retirement Corpus: Calculate the amount required to maintain your desired lifestyle during retirement.
Explore Retirement Planning Options: Consider various retirement planning strategies, such as systematic investment plans (SIPs), retirement funds, and pension plans, to build a sufficient corpus.
Regular Review: Periodically review your retirement plan to ensure it remains aligned with your financial goals and life circumstances.
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Asked by Anonymous - May 30, 2025
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Hi , I am 36 year old earning 1.9 lakhs per month and in terms of liability I have car loan remaining 6 lakhs (emi 16k). My wife she is 31 and earning 1.6lakhs per month and having personal loan of 4 lakhs. We both have an fd of close to 50 lakhs and rd of 20 lakhs. We live on a rented flat which is 30k month and have no other liability . We have started ppf now and have nps from our company. We don't have any other investments . We want to have a plan on retirement and our 6year old education . How much money is needed for retirement at age 50? Also buying a home in Bangalore is a wise decision now at 36?
Ans: . Your questions are thoughtful and timely. Let us explore them one by one with clarity and care.

Your Financial Profile – A Quick View
You are 36 years old. Your wife is 31.

Monthly family income is Rs. 3.5 lakhs.

Car loan of Rs. 6 lakhs with Rs. 16,000 EMI.

Personal loan of Rs. 4 lakhs by your wife.

You pay Rs. 30,000 as house rent.

You have Rs. 50 lakhs in FD and Rs. 20 lakhs in RD.

You have started PPF.

You both have NPS from your employers.

You have a 6-year-old child.

No other investments made yet.

Appreciating Your Financial Efforts
You both earn well and have created solid savings.

No unnecessary lifestyle debt.

You’ve begun PPF and have employer NPS – a good start.

FDs and RDs of Rs. 70 lakhs show discipline.

Assessing Your Current Investments
Fixed Deposits and Recurring Deposits
FD and RD give safety. But returns are low.

Post-tax returns may not beat inflation.

FDs are taxable. Tax eats into your actual gain.

You can keep 6 months of expenses in FDs for emergencies.

The rest can be channelled into better options for growth.

On NPS and PPF
Both give tax benefit and are safe.

But NPS has lock-in till retirement.

PPF is good for long-term, but limited contribution allowed.

These cannot alone build your full retirement corpus.

Should You Buy a Home in Bangalore at 36?
A house gives emotional security. But it’s a big decision.

Real estate also brings huge loan, interest and maintenance.

Property prices in Bangalore are high. Entry cost is steep.

You already have Rs. 30k rent. A home EMI will be higher.

You’ll need down payment of Rs. 30-40 lakhs minimum.

It can eat into your FD/RD corpus.

Home loan EMI can block cash flow for other goals.

It may delay child’s education funding and early retirement.

Property may not grow fast in value after purchase costs.

Flexibility reduces if you buy now. Renting gives freedom.

So, home buying should be delayed till education and retirement are on track.

Your Retirement at Age 50 – Is It Possible?
You aim to retire at 50. That’s only 14 years away.

Your current age and income allow this dream.

But it needs aggressive planning now.

Your retirement may last 35 years or more.

So corpus needed is large due to inflation.

Also medical and lifestyle costs will rise.

Building a Strong Retirement Corpus
Rs. 70 lakhs in FD/RD must be re-allocated.

Don’t keep all in low return instruments.

Begin investing monthly in actively managed mutual funds.

SIPs offer compounding. They beat inflation.

Choose funds based on risk appetite and goals.

Start with equity-heavy portfolio now.

Shift to debt allocation slowly after age 45.

Avoid index funds.

They copy markets. No downside protection.

In volatile markets, they fall without control.

Active funds have professional management.

Fund managers exit bad stocks in time.

They give better returns with lower risk.

Why Regular Plans via MFD and CFP are Better than Direct Plans
Direct funds may look cheaper on paper.

But guidance is missing.

You may pick wrong funds or wrong mix.

No one will rebalance or monitor regularly.

Regular plans through MFD with CFP guidance give:

Tailored advice for you.

Goal mapping done by expert.

Portfolio is reviewed, updated, and adjusted regularly.

Emotions are managed during market falls.

Timely exit and entry strategies are given.

Your Child’s Education Planning – Key Priority
Your child is 6 years old.

Higher education starts in 12 years.

Engineering, medical, or abroad studies need Rs. 40-80 lakhs.

This cost doubles every 6-8 years.

FDs won’t grow that fast.

Begin dedicated education goal SIPs now.

Use child-specific mutual funds or multi-cap diversified equity funds.

You need a mix of safety and growth.

Don’t rely only on scholarships or education loans.

Loans are stress for your child later.

Action Plan – Step by Step
Pay off personal loan first. It has high interest.

Increase your SIPs monthly after that.

Car loan is moderate. Pay EMI as planned.

Keep Rs. 10-12 lakhs as emergency in FD.

Use balance Rs. 58-60 lakhs for mutual fund investments.

Start SIPs in different categories with CFP guidance.

Start separate SIPs for retirement and child education.

Keep increasing SIPs every year as income grows.

Avoid lump sum unless market corrections occur.

Tax Planning Angle
You already invest in PPF and NPS.

Add ELSS funds for Section 80C.

ELSS has 3-year lock-in.

Gives market-linked returns.

Good for long-term wealth creation.

Insurance – A Must Check
Do you both have term insurance?

Term cover should be minimum 15-20 times your annual income.

Avoid ULIP or endowment policies.

If you hold any such LIC or ULIP policies, surrender them.

Reinvest into mutual funds with a goal-based plan.

Take separate health cover for family.

Employer cover is not enough or permanent.

What Not to Do
Don’t buy home now just due to peer pressure.

Don’t invest in real estate as an investment.

Don’t put all money in FD and RD.

Don’t invest in direct funds without guidance.

Don’t buy insurance policies as investments.

Lifestyle Adjustments and Budgeting
Keep expenses in check even with high income.

Avoid luxury loans and credit card debts.

Monitor spending on lifestyle and gadgets.

Save minimum 40% of your income every month.

Review Every Year
Sit with a CFP yearly to review.

Check progress of SIPs and goals.

Adjust fund choices if needed.

Track performance and make corrections.

Finally
You have strong income and savings.

With focused planning, retirement at 50 is possible.

Start goal-based mutual fund SIPs soon.

Keep real estate for later, not now.

Give your child an education without debt burden.

Let your wealth grow in right directions with expert guidance.

Be disciplined, consistent and review annually.

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Asked by Anonymous - Jun 16, 2025
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Hello Sir, I want to redeem a mutual fund to reduce number of fund in my portfolio. This fund is of 5% allocation of my total portfolio and has not beaten the benchmark. I want to how to reinvest this redeemed amount to another MF, should I do SIP or lumpsum. Will lumpsum investment at current market effect the return or I should invest lumpsum without timing the market. My investment horizon is for 15 years. Also will this effect the compounding
Ans: You are thinking in the right direction. Streamlining your mutual fund portfolio is a smart move. Managing fewer, better-performing funds will help you get more focused growth.

You are planning to redeem a fund that has underperformed. That shows your awareness as an investor. Let us now look at the right way to reinvest the amount. Your investment horizon is long—15 years—which is an advantage.

Let us evaluate every angle in detail.

Why It’s Okay to Exit an Underperforming Fund
You mentioned this fund has only 5% weight in your portfolio. It has not beaten its benchmark. That’s a clear red flag.

Reasons to exit:

Fund not beating benchmark for 3 years or more

Fund manager or strategy changed

Poor consistency in performance

Other funds doing better in same category

Selling such funds is wise. It makes your portfolio clean and growth-focused.

One bad performer can pull down overall return. Removing it improves portfolio efficiency.

You made a good decision.

Where to Reinvest the Redeemed Amount
After selling, your goal is to reinvest in another mutual fund. Let us plan it properly.

You asked whether to do SIP or lumpsum. Both are useful, but must be used wisely.

First, identify where this money should go.

What type of fund should you choose:

If your existing fund mix is strong, add to an existing winner

Or choose a new fund with consistent 5-year and 10-year track record

Choose only actively managed funds, not index funds

Why avoid index funds:

Index funds copy the market without intelligence

They fall when the market falls. No protection

No chance to beat benchmark

Passive nature reduces wealth-building capacity

Fund manager has no freedom to select better stocks

Actively managed funds give you:

Expert decision-making

Freedom to shift between sectors

Better downside protection

Superior long-term results in Indian market

So always prefer actively managed mutual funds via regular plans.

SIP vs Lumpsum: Which One is Better?
Let us now come to your main question.

You want to know how to reinvest the amount. SIP or lumpsum?

Your investment horizon is 15 years. This is very long. So you can take equity exposure fully.

Still, timing matters when investing lumpsum.

Let us assess both methods side by side:

When Lumpsum Makes Sense
Lumpsum means investing full amount at once. It works in these conditions:

Market is already corrected or trading low

You are not emotionally affected by short-term falls

You will stay invested for full 15 years

You have chosen a good fund with strong past record

You don’t need this money for short-term goals

Benefits of lumpsum in long-term:

Full compounding starts from day one

Money is fully exposed to market

No waiting time, no idle money

Higher returns if market performs well after entry

But don’t forget, lumpsum needs mental stability.

What if market falls after lumpsum?

You may feel anxious

You may exit early due to fear

Short-term losses can affect your patience

That’s why timing does affect short-term performance. But not long-term growth if you stay invested for 15 years.

When SIP is Better
SIP is the habit of investing every month.

Even for lumpsum amounts, you can do STP (Systematic Transfer Plan).

STP means:

Keep the lump amount in liquid fund

Transfer fixed amount every month into the equity fund

Example: Rs. 50,000 per month for 6–10 months

Why STP is useful:

Reduces risk of market timing

Avoids investing entire amount at peak

Keeps you emotionally stable

Avoids regret in case of short-term correction

Creates smoother entry into equity

Use STP when:

Market is at all-time highs

Volatility is increasing

You are not sure about market direction

You want peace of mind during investment

So, STP is a balanced way to invest lump amounts.

Will Lumpsum Affect Compounding?
This is an important question.

Let us understand compounding clearly.

Compounding depends on:

Time invested

Return generated

Amount invested

Whether you do lumpsum or SIP, the key is how long money stays invested.

Lumpsum helps compounding start early. SIP creates compounding gradually.

In long term (15 years):

Lumpsum grows faster if invested at right level

SIP grows steadily but reduces entry timing risk

Both will give good results if fund is right

So yes, lumpsum helps compounding better if done at right time.

But STP gives you that benefit with safety.

You get smoother growth and still early compounding.

Ideal Strategy for Your Case
Let us now give you a proper, full-scope recommendation.

Step-by-Step Plan:
Redeem the underperforming fund.

Park the money in a liquid mutual fund (not savings account).

Start a 6-month STP to a high-quality active mutual fund.

Choose the fund after checking its 5-year, 10-year consistency.

Avoid new index funds or ETFs.

Use regular plans through Certified Financial Planner channel.

After STP ends, monitor that new fund every year.

This plan will:

Reduce timing risk

Start compounding early

Bring emotional comfort

Keep your investing smooth

Increase overall return stability

Additional Things to Keep in Mind
Since your money is being shifted, some more factors to remember:

Mutual Fund Capital Gains Tax Rules (Updated):

Equity fund LTCG above Rs. 1.25 lakh taxed at 12.5%

STCG (below 1 year) taxed at 20%

These are recent rules. Plan redemptions smartly

Avoid frequent switches to reduce tax impact

Emotional Behaviour Risk:

Do not panic if market dips during STP

Do not stop investing after seeing short-term fall

Compounding works best when you do not interrupt

Yearly Review Required:

Check your fund’s performance yearly

Compare with peers in same category

Use this to decide future additions or redemptions

Work with a CFP to do regular health check-up of portfolio

Finally
You are thinking smart. Trimming funds and reallocating is a sign of maturity.

But always shift money with a goal and method.

Use these steps:

Avoid underperforming and index funds

Reinvest using STP into active mutual funds

Prefer regular plans with CFP guidance

Let money stay invested for full 15 years

Don't check NAV daily. Focus on yearly growth

Review fund quality yearly

Avoid timing the market too much

Stick with this method and your wealth will grow steadily.

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Chief Financial Planner,
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