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He has an MBA in finance from the University of Madras and is a certified financial planner.
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Asked by Anonymous - Dec 16, 2023Hindi
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Dear Sir, i am query that i have given my saving money of 3.5cr to my own brother and he is good and well caring on my personnel life and giving every month interest of 10% (3.5L), and i am also doing a bit ok on equity stock also 1 year which is anyway bull market now and saving in MF, my question is right handle my money by him as he already got business to handle and i am also have some personnel problems (now and then use drink) which i am really not giving peace to him, i want move out since my family already some what away from me. but all i want make sure this saving grows steadily for my kids for next 5 to 7 years, house wise i have land/apartment but still staying with my parents which also happen next to my brother house. Basically i am back from oversea to india (22 years) spend outside India. Now if really i have to handle what is best way to plan this money as i no longer able to make that kind of money on this age onwards even though i working minimum for my brother company

Ans: Given your situation, it's essential to ensure the safety and growth of your savings while also addressing your personal challenges. Here's a suggested approach:

Certified Financial Planner (CFP): Consult a trusted CFP to assess your current financial situation and create a tailored investment plan considering your goals and risk tolerance.

Diversify Investments: Avoid putting all your savings with your brother. Diversify across various asset classes like equity, debt, and real estate to reduce risk.

Mutual Funds: Continue investing in mutual funds for long-term growth. Choose diversified equity funds and debt funds based on your risk profile.

Emergency Fund: Set aside an emergency fund equivalent to 6-12 months' expenses in a liquid fund for unexpected expenses.

Personal Well-being: Address your personal challenges like drinking by seeking professional help or counseling. Your well-being is crucial for making sound financial decisions.

Legal and Documentation: Ensure all investments and transactions are documented properly to safeguard your interests.

Review and Monitor: Regularly review your investments and make necessary adjustments based on performance and changing goals.

By following this approach, you can aim for steady growth of your savings while also addressing personal challenges and ensuring financial security for your kids.
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I am 50 years old and my salary is 47000. My husband warns 1.5 lacs but we are in a process of divorce. I have only daughter her educational expanses are borne by her father. Till now I am having full medical facility from ny husbands company but I dont know whether divorce will be finalized or not. If divorce happens I wont get his medical facilities. I had started mutual fund 4000 sip in SBI flexi cap fund. I have lumpsum of 130000 in multi cap fund. I have also started sip in sbi contra and large and micap fund. I jave 40000 in multicap and sbi sensex fund in a different folio. I have a RD of 15000 per month which will mature in 2025 April. I have fixed deposit of 250000. I have invested 1.5 lacs in DBS Stock broker agency which give me monthly 12000 interest. Again I have gold of about 8 lacs. I dont have house or a car. I want to have a comfortable retirement and also travel. My only expanse now is to pay the lawyer average 3k per month. My job travel cost is 5k per month.So how should I manage my wealth.
Ans: Current Financial Situation
You are 50 years old with a salary of Rs 47,000 per month.

Your husband earns Rs 1.5 lakhs per month, but you are in the process of getting a divorce.

Your daughter’s educational expenses are covered by her father.

You currently receive full medical coverage from your husband’s company.

You are unsure if you will retain these medical benefits post-divorce.

Investments and Savings
You have a SIP of Rs 4,000 in a flexi-cap mutual fund.

You have Rs 1,30,000 invested in a multi-cap fund.

You have SIPs in contra and large & mid-cap funds.

You hold Rs 40,000 in a multi-cap fund and a Sensex fund.

You have a recurring deposit (RD) of Rs 15,000 per month, maturing in April 2025.

You have a fixed deposit (FD) worth Rs 2,50,000.

You invested Rs 1,50,000 in DBS Stock Broker Agency, receiving Rs 12,000 monthly interest.

You own gold worth Rs 8 lakhs.

Expenses
Your average monthly lawyer fee is Rs 3,000.

Your job travel costs Rs 5,000 per month.

Goals
You aim for a comfortable retirement with the ability to travel.
Evaluation and Analysis
Diversified Investment Strategy
Your investment portfolio is diversified. You have SIPs in multiple funds, fixed deposits, and gold. This helps mitigate risks and ensures stability.

Mutual Fund Investments
Actively managed funds can outperform index funds due to professional management. Avoid direct funds, which might seem cheaper but lack expert guidance. Invest through a certified financial planner to maximize returns.

Fixed Deposits and Recurring Deposits
Fixed deposits and recurring deposits provide stability but offer lower returns compared to equity funds. Diversify further into equity to balance growth and security.

Stock Broker Investment
The Rs 1,50,000 investment yielding Rs 12,000 monthly interest is beneficial. However, ensure you understand the risks and sustainability of this return.

Gold Investment
Gold is a good hedge against inflation and adds to your diversified portfolio. Keep this investment as it provides liquidity in emergencies.

Recommendations
Emergency Fund
Maintain an emergency fund covering at least 6 months of expenses. Your FD and gold investments can act as a buffer, but consider keeping some liquid cash.

Health Insurance
Post-divorce, you might lose medical coverage. Secure a comprehensive health insurance plan for yourself. This will prevent financial strain due to medical emergencies.

Retirement Planning
Continue SIPs in actively managed funds for higher returns.

Increase SIP contributions if possible, especially in equity funds.

Consider diversifying into debt mutual funds for stability.

Evaluate the performance of your current funds annually and make necessary adjustments.

Travel Goals
Plan for travel expenses by setting aside a portion of your investments. Use the interest from your stock broker investment for travel, ensuring it doesn't impact your retirement corpus.

Legal Expenses
Manage legal expenses efficiently. Use part of your monthly income or interest from investments to cover these costs.

Final Insights
Your diversified investment strategy is commendable. Maintain this approach for balanced growth and stability.

Secure a health insurance plan post-divorce to safeguard against medical emergencies.

Continue and increase SIPs in actively managed mutual funds for higher returns.

Reevaluate your portfolio annually with a certified financial planner to stay aligned with your financial goals.

Set aside funds specifically for travel to enjoy a comfortable retirement.

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Chief Financial Planner,

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Asked by Anonymous - Jun 02, 2025Hindi
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Hello Sir, My husband and myself are 30 years old. I have a home loan of 65 Lakhs and a car loan of 8 lakhs. EMIs for the same are 53,817/- and 16,646/- respectively at 8.3% and 9% ROI. My husband and I make 1,25,000 per month combined and I get an additional annual bonus of 1 lakh. Our monthly expenses are around 25,000 that includes grocery, credit card bills, pet expenses and utilities. So far I have 11 Lakhs in PPF, around 15-20 lakhs in gold and jewellery received in marriage, 1.5 lakhs in stocks and 3 lakhs in Mutual funds and around 5 lakhs in FD. All because of my parents who have made these savings for me till now. My husband's family have given us a flat in another city worth almost 30-35 lakhs which we are not sure to sell or not. Currently I am also investing around 5,000 in SIPs and NPS of 50,000 yearly. My question is -- with the current take home salary and debt, please can you advise on how can we save and build an emergency fund, manage and create fund and expenses for future child and also make a provision for our retirement since we are working in private sector. Although we are trying to switch jobs to increase our earnings, it is very hard in this economy.
Ans: You have shared your situation in a very clear and thoughtful way. That’s helpful. At 30 years of age, you already have a good foundation. Your questions are also very relevant. You are thinking about child expenses, retirement, and emergency fund. These are crucial things to focus on early.

Now let’s look at your complete profile from a 360-degree view.

Income and EMI Analysis
Combined income: Rs. 1,25,000 per month

Additional bonus once a year: Rs. 1,00,000

Home loan EMI: Rs. 53,817

Car loan EMI: Rs. 16,646

Total EMI outgo: Rs. 70,463

Assessment:

More than half of income goes into loan EMIs

You are left with around Rs. 54,500 every month

This money must handle expenses, savings, and investments

Debt burden is very high for your income bracket

Increasing income is a good idea, but tough in this job market

Monthly Expense Review
Living expenses: Rs. 25,000 per month

These include grocery, pet care, credit card, and utilities

Observation:

Your monthly spending is modest and controlled

That’s excellent in your current situation

Still, credit card bills must be tracked carefully

Avoid carrying forward credit card dues

Current Asset Position
Let’s assess your current financial assets:

1. PPF Balance
Rs. 11 lakhs in PPF

This is a good long-term corpus

Insight:

Continue contributing here yearly

It is tax-free and gives stable returns

Cannot be withdrawn fully until maturity

Don’t depend on it for short-term needs

2. Gold and Jewellery
Value: Rs. 15 to 20 lakhs

Received during marriage

Insight:

Emotional value is high

But avoid counting this for regular goals

Don’t rely on it for retirement or education fund

Keep it as family reserve

3. Stock Portfolio
Rs. 1.5 lakhs invested in stocks

Insight:

Direct stocks need proper understanding

If not tracking regularly, returns can disappoint

Volatility can affect timing

Avoid adding more unless you study markets closely

Use mutual funds instead

4. Mutual Funds
Rs. 3 lakhs corpus

Monthly SIP of Rs. 5,000

Insight:

Good to start early with mutual funds

Don’t stop this SIP

Avoid investing in index funds

Index funds only mirror markets

They don’t beat inflation

Active funds perform better with expert management

Invest through regular plans via a Certified Financial Planner

Direct plans may reduce cost but offer no guidance or reviews

In your stage, guidance is more important than low cost

5. Fixed Deposit
Corpus: Rs. 5 lakhs

Insight:

Use this partly to build emergency fund

Don’t lock in all of it

Divide into multiple short-term FDs

Some part should be liquid and accessible

Flat Received from Family
Value: Rs. 30 to 35 lakhs

Located in another city

Assessment:

It’s a gift, not a burden

Don’t rush to sell it

Don’t consider it as emergency fund

It can be kept for later, maybe for child or retirement

Selling it now will not bring stable returns

Real estate is not suitable for investment

It locks money and has poor liquidity

Use financial assets for wealth creation instead

Emergency Fund Creation
This is your biggest gap now.

You need minimum 6 months’ expenses in reserve

Rs. 25,000 monthly expense × 6 = Rs. 1.5 lakhs minimum

Better target is 9 to 12 months of EMIs and expenses

That’s about Rs. 6 to 7 lakhs

Action Plan:

Keep Rs. 3 lakhs from FD as liquid reserve

Use a part of bonus each year to build more

Park some money in liquid or ultra-short mutual funds

Keep it separate from other savings

Never use emergency fund for investments or shopping

Loan Management Approach
You have both home and car loans. These are heavy EMIs.

Car Loan
Rs. 8 lakhs balance

EMI: Rs. 16,646

Interest: 9%

Suggestion:

Try to close this early

It’s a depreciating asset

Once you get a better job or bonus, prepay this loan

Reducing this EMI will ease your monthly pressure

Home Loan
Rs. 65 lakhs balance

EMI: Rs. 53,817

Interest: 8.3%

Suggestion:

This is a long-term commitment

Don’t rush to close this

If you get salary hike or windfall, part-prepay only if other goals are on track

Keep your tax benefits from this loan in mind

Future Child Planning
You’re thinking ahead for your child. That’s good.

Step-by-Step Plan:

List expected costs: hospital, baby care, schooling

Start a separate SIP for child planning

Begin with Rs. 2,000 to Rs. 3,000 monthly now

Increase it after income goes up

Don’t mix child’s money with your retirement money

Use active mutual funds

Don’t redeem PPF or FDs for baby cost

Use bonus or any matured FD instead

Plan for long-term education as well

Retirement Provisioning
Since both of you are in private jobs, no pension is there.

NPS: You contribute Rs. 50,000 yearly

PPF: Rs. 11 lakhs corpus already

Action Plan:

Continue both investments

Add more SIPs for retirement slowly

Retirement needs 20–25 times your annual expenses

You need Rs. 2–3 crores minimum

NPS is locked till retirement but gives stable return

PPF is tax-free and safe

Mutual funds give growth

Build all three together

Bonus Utilisation Plan
Your annual bonus of Rs. 1 lakh is useful.

Plan its use like this:

Rs. 25,000 to emergency fund

Rs. 25,000 towards debt prepayment (start with car loan)

Rs. 25,000 to mutual fund SIP (child or retirement)

Rs. 25,000 to keep in FD for short-term needs

Expense Management Suggestions
Keep your expenses around 20–25% of income

You’re doing this already

That is great discipline

Avoid new loans or gadgets on EMI

Avoid lifestyle inflation as income grows

Plan for yearly expenses like insurance or travel

Don’t let credit card bills become large

Insurance Protection Review
Though not mentioned, here’s what you must do:

Take a term insurance of at least 15–20 times annual income

Rs. 1 crore cover minimum for each of you

Premiums are low at your age

Avoid LIC or ULIP-type plans

Take pure term cover only

Also take health cover beyond employer insurance

Rs. 5–10 lakhs floater policy is needed

Don’t depend on corporate health plan

What To Avoid
Don’t invest more in gold or jewellery

It doesn’t generate income

Keep it as family reserve only

Don’t go for direct stocks if you can’t track regularly

Don’t invest in index funds

Index funds only follow markets

They don’t beat them

Actively managed funds with CFP support do better

Don’t choose direct mutual fund plans

Direct plans offer no advice or fund review

Regular funds through Certified Financial Planner give long-term value

Investment Structure Suggestion
For current and future goals:

Emergency fund: 3 to 6 lakhs in FD + liquid funds

Car loan prepayment: Use bonus + any surplus

Child planning: SIP in active fund, start now

Retirement: PPF + NPS + additional SIP in long-term equity fund

Insurance: Term + Health for both of you

Avoid: Property investments, direct stocks, ULIPs, endowment, annuities

Finally
You are young and have time.
You already have some solid savings.
You also have moderate lifestyle spending.
That is a strength in financial planning.
You now need to build step-by-step.

Protect your income and health first

Build 6–9 months of emergency fund

Increase SIPs slowly for child and retirement

Avoid low-return and high-cost products

Review mutual funds once a year with a Certified Financial Planner

Focus more on financial assets

Don’t plan your future based on real estate

If you stay disciplined and focused, your future will be secure.
Make use of your current strengths.
Avoid distractions and short-term spending urges.
Keep emotions away from money decisions.
Your goals can be achieved with careful planning and consistent actions.

Best Regards,
K. Ramalingam, MBA, CFP,
Chief Financial Planner,
www.holisticinvestment.in
https://www.youtube.com/@HolisticInvestment

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I'm banker by profession. I have monthly salary of 70k. I hv 12.55 lakhs in FDs with monthly interest payout of 9kpm. Bonds of 2 lakhs at11%. 1.5k per month interest payout. I have 1.8 lacs in PPF and i deposit 12-13k PPF every month. 2.25cr Pure Term plan with monthly premium of 2100rs. 30lakh health insurance cover at 9k pa. I have given 7lakhs to brother which will not give me back any interest but pricipal is secured and money will return in 1 year. I have a Car whose loan I have paid but monthly expense including maintenance, repair, insurance and running cost is 12k p.m. Other expenses on lifestyle is 15-20k pm avg. I'll be 27 year old in October. Not married. Live with parents. Parents own 2 house of cr each. 2 plot investment of 4cr. Parents earns 1lac pm and home expenses are done by them. Health insurance is adequate for parents. I have not planned any SIP till now, I was covering Emergency fund first which I have done. I have bifurcated savings as 7lacs as emergency funds and 7laxs marriage fund. Both I have saved now. PPF I'm doing for future Child education. I have monthly expense at 30kpm which I have mentioned above mainly through credit card and 30-35k permonth is saved by me permonth. How should I plan investments now. Please suggest. I want to build bunglow in future in parents plot which will cost 1.7 cr. We could sell one house.
Ans: You are managing your money well at a young age. Now is the right time to focus on long-term wealth creation with a disciplined investment plan.

Let us build a 360-degree financial plan tailored to your situation.

Step-by-Step Assessment of Your Current Financial Position
You are 26 with a salary of Rs 70,000/month.

Rs 12.55 lakhs in FDs gives Rs 9,000/month interest.

Rs 2 lakhs in bonds gives Rs 1,500/month interest.

You invest Rs 12–13k/month in PPF. Total in PPF is Rs 1.8 lakhs.

You have a large Rs 2.25 crore term cover. This is good.

Health insurance of Rs 30 lakhs is sufficient at your stage.

Monthly expenses are Rs 30,000. You save Rs 30–35k/month.

Rs 7 lakhs for emergency fund and Rs 7 lakhs for marriage fund are ready.

Rs 7 lakhs given to your brother is secure, will return in a year.

You wish to build a Rs 1.7 crore bungalow on family land.

You have no major liabilities. No loans. No risky investments. Very good base.

Your Key Financial Goals
Let’s define and structure your key goals properly:

Marriage in 2–4 years: Rs 7 lakhs already set aside.

Child education (after marriage): Already doing PPF. Need equity exposure.

Buy car or gadget in future: Use short-term mutual funds, not FDs.

Build bungalow of Rs 1.7 crore: In 5–10 years. Need a long-term corpus.

Retirement planning: Start now with SIPs in equity MFs.

Gaps in Current Approach
Here are the issues:

No SIPs yet. Equity exposure missing for long-term growth.

Very heavy in fixed-income instruments like FD, bonds, PPF.

No inflation protection. FD and bonds don’t beat long-term inflation.

Credit card usage is high. You pay lifestyle expenses with it.

No tracking of goal-wise investments. All investments are scattered.

Action Plan: Start Systematic Investments Now
From your Rs 30–35k savings, allocate in a structured way:

1. Monthly SIP Plan (Rs 20,000–25,000)
50% in Large and Flexi Cap Funds
Lower risk. Ideal for long-term stable growth.

30% in Mid Cap Funds
Higher return potential over 7–10 years.

20% in Small Cap Funds
Only if your risk appetite is high. Otherwise, avoid.

Avoid direct plans. Invest via regular plan through a certified MFD and CFP.
Direct plans have no support. No rebalancing. Risk of wrong fund selection.

2. Short-Term Bucket (Rs 5,000–7,000/month)
Use ultra-short debt funds or liquid funds.

For short goals like vacation, gadgets, insurance, repairs.

These are better than recurring deposit or savings account.

3. Avoid These Mistakes
Don’t increase FD allocation. You already have enough.

Don’t use credit card for regular expenses. Use cash or debit card.

Don’t invest in index funds. They mirror market, no downside control.

Actively managed funds perform better in India in the long term.

Goal-Specific Planning
A. Building Bungalow (Rs 1.7 crore in 8–10 years)
Start SIP of Rs 20,000/month now.

Use flexi-cap and multi-cap funds for this goal.

Rebalance every year with help of CFP.

Don’t break PPF for this. Use mutual fund corpus only.

If parents agree, you may sell one house later to top-up.

B. Marriage Goal – Already Achieved
Keep Rs 7 lakhs in a debt fund or ultra short-term fund.

Avoid FD for this. Better post-tax returns in debt funds.

C. Child Future Planning (Assuming marriage in 3 years)
PPF alone is not enough.

Open a SIP in child name (minor folio).

Use multi-cap or flexi-cap funds.

Add Rs 5,000/month to start.

Increase after marriage, based on affordability.

Insurance Review
Life cover of Rs 2.25 crore is very good.

Health cover of Rs 30 lakhs is excellent for now.

Once married, extend family floater to spouse and future kids.

Emergency Fund Strategy
Rs 7 lakhs already set aside. This is sufficient.

Park in liquid or arbitrage fund.

Don't keep full amount in savings account or FD.

Bond Holdings
Bonds of Rs 2 lakhs giving Rs 1.5k/month interest is good.

But don’t add more to bonds.

Keep it under 10% of your total investments.

PPF and Long-Term Goals
Continue Rs 12–13k/month.

Use this for future child education.

Don’t touch it for home or marriage.

Suggested Monthly Allocation Strategy
You can divide your monthly investible surplus like this:

Rs 20,000 – Equity Mutual Funds via SIP

Rs 5,000 – Debt Fund for short-term

Rs 5,000 – Cash buffer or small savings

Review yearly and increase SIP as your income grows.

What You Should Avoid
Don’t invest in ULIPs or endowment policies.

Don’t fall for real estate investment traps.

Don’t lend to relatives unless it’s fully secure.

Don’t increase credit card spending.

Don’t stay inactive. Time is most important for compounding.

What You Can Do Extra
Start reading financial books or videos.

Track net worth monthly. Use a simple Excel.

Learn basics of compounding and goal-based investing.

Take help from MFD and Certified Financial Planner regularly.

Finally
You are in a very strong financial position.
But you must shift from saving to investing.
Don’t delay starting SIPs anymore.
Focus on equity funds for long-term goals.
Avoid FDs and index funds for wealth creation.
Balance your expenses and keep monitoring.

Use regular mutual fund plans through Certified Financial Planner.
They guide on fund selection, rebalancing, and reviews.
Stay consistent. Time will do the magic.

Best Regards,
K. Ramalingam, MBA, CFP,
Chief Financial Planner,
www.holisticinvestment.in
https://www.youtube.com/@HolisticInvestment

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