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Mutual Funds, Financial Planning Expert - Answered on Apr 16, 2024

Ramalingam Kalirajan has over 23 years of experience in mutual funds and financial planning.
He has an MBA in finance from the University of Madras and is a certified financial planner.
He is the director and chief financial planner at Holistic Investment, a Chennai-based firm that offers financial planning and wealth management advice.... more
Asked by Anonymous - Apr 15, 2024Hindi
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Sir, I am ready to pay your advice charges. I am near to my retirement age means another 6 years to go so want to structure my future planning. I can discuss in person more about this. Please let me know how to contact you.

Ans: You can check the details in my profile please. https://gurus.rediff.com/question/guru/ramalingam-kalirajan/137

Please search for "online financial planning & Retirement planning services with a Holistic Approach" in Google and then follow the below steps with the results.

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• Currently, you have investment of Rs. 95 lakhs in gold bars. An ideal portion which should be in commodities is maximum 10-15% of your over-all portfolio.
• Parking high amount in FDs is required only if it is there for upcoming short term critical requirements. Investing in a FD for long term may not be good due to low returns and high taxation.
• To achieve a good long-term corpus considering your monthly income, your focus should be on increasing the monthly investment in equity-oriented funds over the remaining horizon of 9 years considering your retirement age as 60.

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• For a better future financial planning, there are various factors which are required to be considered such as Risk appetite, current financial situation, upcoming requirements and goals etc.
• Regularly review your portfolio to ensure it aligns with your risk appetite, and the time horizon of your requirements.
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Hello sir, I am 42 years old and want to retire by age of 55. My current savings is 303L in EPF. 307L in equity, 9.6L in nps. Investment I does as follows 1. Epf - 45000 by employer and same contribution by me as well which combined around 90000/- 2. 27000/- monthly sip , Nippon small cap 6000, axis small cap 6000, quant infrastructure fund 6000/-, quant small cap 6000/-l miarae asset blue chi large cap 3000/- all started very soon having corpus of 4L as of today. 3. Investing 25000/- in nps monthly. 4. Around 50k monthly in equity I have a liability of 50L home loan which I have planned to get rid off by 2028. I have another home loan which will be closed by end of 2025. I have a daughter which is doing CA and for marriage it will be required around 1 cr. I have a son who are going to persue medical which will cost me 50-75L. How I can plan my retirement to get atleast 3L monthly by age of 55. My current monthly take home salary is 3L around.
Ans: Given your goal to retire by 55 with a monthly income of ?3L, you have a comprehensive plan with a mix of investments and savings. Here's a suggested strategy:

EPF: Continue the contribution as it offers tax benefits and stable returns.

SIPs: Your SIPs in small and large-cap funds are good for growth. Consider adding a diversified equity fund for balance. Monitor and rebalance annually.

NPS: Since you're investing ?25,000 monthly, ensure you choose the auto-choice option for a balanced allocation between equity, corporate bonds, and government securities.

Home Loans: Prioritize closing the higher interest rate loan first while maintaining EMIs for both.

Children’s Education and Marriage: Start separate SIPs or investments earmarked for these goals to reach 1 cr for your daughter's marriage and 50-75L for your son's medical studies.

Emergency Fund: Maintain an emergency fund of at least 6 months' expenses.

Retirement Corpus: Aim to build a corpus that can generate ?3L/month. Based on a conservative estimate, a corpus of around ?6-7 crores by 55 might be needed. Regularly review and adjust your investments to align with this target.

Professional Advice: Consult a financial advisor to fine-tune your plan and ensure you're on track to meet your retirement and other financial goals.
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Fixed Income Portfolio (Rs 1.5 Cr):
Debt Funds: Opt for high-quality corporate bonds or government securities funds for stability.
Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS): Offers a fixed interest rate with tax benefits.
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Income Generation Portfolio (Rs 1.5 Cr):
Dividend Yield Funds: Invest in mutual funds focusing on high dividend-paying stocks.
Equity Mutual Funds: Diversify across large-cap, mid-cap, and flexi-cap funds for growth.
Rental Income: If you have properties in real estate, consider renting them out for additional income.
Systematic Withdrawal Plan (SWP): Opt for SWP from mutual funds to generate regular income while keeping a part invested for growth.
Ensure regular portfolio reviews and adjustments based on market conditions and your financial needs. Consulting a financial planner will provide a tailored strategy suited to your goals and risk profile.
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Pat yourself on the back for being a committed employee. The problems you have stated happen to most people who give their 100% to their work. Since you already know what it is to be 100% at work, it is time for you to give your 100% at home and to yourself.
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10.go for a guided "Yog Nidra" before sleeping.

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I retired earlier now at 53. Invested 7L in ELSS and using 60L on short term equity trading (with monthly average gain 2L) and having own apartment home worth 40L. Having dependent widowed mother, wife with 13 yrs old daughter. Intended to raise daughter as doctor. Please suggest better investment options.
Ans: Congratulations on your early retirement! It sounds like you've made some good initial decisions, but there's definitely room for improvement to secure your family's future, especially considering your dependents. Here's how you can optimize your investments:

Reduce Risk in Short-Term Equity Trading:

While a ?2 lakh monthly gain from short-term trading sounds impressive, it's a very risky strategy. The market can be volatile, and these gains may not be sustainable. Consider allocating a much smaller portion (maybe 10-20%) to short-term trading and focus on more stable options for the majority of your investable assets (?60 lakh currently in trading).
Focus on Long-Term Growth and Stability:

Increase Investment in ELSS: ?7 lakh is a good start, but for your daughter's education and your retirement needs, you'll likely need a much larger corpus. Consider increasing your SIP amount in ELSS or similar diversified equity mutual funds with a long-term horizon (10+ years).
Explore Debt Options for Regular Income:

You mentioned having a dependent mother and daughter's education to plan for. Consider investing a portion (maybe 20-30%) of your investable amount in safer debt options like Public Provident Fund (PPF), Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS) for your mother (if she's above 60), or fixed deposits to generate a regular income stream.
Plan for Daughter's Education:

Doctorate studies can be expensive. Start an SIP in a dedicated child education plan or invest in aggressive equity funds specifically for this goal. Talk to a Certfied Financial Planner for personalized recommendations based on the estimated cost of medical education.
Utilize Your Apartment:

While your apartment fulfills your housing needs, consider if it could generate additional income. Explore options like renting a room if feasible.
Seek Professional Guidance:

Given your multiple financial goals and risk tolerance, consulting a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) can be highly beneficial. They can create a personalized investment plan considering your risk appetite, time horizon, and financial goals.
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