Sir My name is Santanu. I am 50 Years. I want to start sip for 10 years, but i have no knowledge in funds. please tell me which fund is best and how much amount invested in per month?

Ans: If an resident individual's total taxable income is up to Rs.7 lakh and chooses the new tax regime, he will be eligible for rebate of lower of the following:

an amount of income tax payable on his total income or
an amount up to Rs 25,000

E.g. if you have earned STCG from MF taxable @15% and tax on same is say Rs.15000. If you have taxable bank interest (after 80TTA deduction) and tax on same is 10000. Total tax will be Rs.25000 and rebate of 25000 is available, accordingly, net tax payable will be NIL

Ans: Company can file condonation application with PCIT/CBDT (depending on amount of refund and as per guidelines for condonation u/s 119)

Ans: If W file feedback in AIS for the fact that she is beneficial owner of 50% of property, issue may get resolved

I understand that W paid consideration at the time of acquisition of property, from own source of money

Ans: Yes it will be taxable subject to utilisation of amount for object of trust (provided trust eligible for benefit of Sec 11)

Ans: In case of death, legal hair becomes owner of property, unless they surrender their rights in the said property. Please contact consultant for more information.

Ans: Current year return can be filed without filing ITR of earlier year.

However, considering your facts, it is advisable that you check your eligibility to file updated return for earlier year and file it to avoid any penal consequences.

Ans: 1. Income from capital gain is required to be offered to tax in ITR. Subject to certain conditions, it should be offered to tax in which possession is given to buyer.


2. Exemption will be available only if you invest in specified bonds and not by investing in FD

Ans: It will be 2,50,000

Ans: Dear Raj,

It's commendable to see your proactive approach towards retirement planning. With a monthly income of 3.0 lacs and systematic investment plans (SIPs) since 2018, you've laid a foundation for your retirement corpus.

Let's review your current portfolio and provide some insights:

Equity Funds (SIPs since 2018):

Aditya Birla Sun Life Frontline Equity, HDFC Mid-Cap Opportunities, ICICI Pru Value Discovery, UTI Transportation & Logistics: These funds offer a diversified exposure across large-cap, mid-cap, and sector-specific themes. Ensure the funds align with your risk tolerance and investment horizon. Periodically review their performance and adjust if necessary.
New SIPs from 2023:

SBI Contra and Canara Robeco Small Cap Fund: SBI Contra focuses on undervalued stocks, and Canara Robeco Small Cap Fund aims for growth in small-cap companies. Given your existing SIPs, these funds could add a layer of diversification. However, small-cap funds tend to be more volatile; ensure they align with your risk appetite.
Fixed Deposits (FD):
Your FDs amounting to 50 lacs offer stability to your portfolio. While FDs provide security, the returns might not beat inflation over the long term. Consider gradually shifting a portion to equity mutual funds to potentially enhance returns, given your risk appetite.

Retirement Corpus:
To achieve a retirement corpus of 2 crore, ensure your investments are aligned with your retirement goals. Consider increasing SIP amounts periodically, taking advantage of compounding. Also, consider adding debt or balanced funds to reduce overall portfolio volatility as retirement approaches.

Suggestions:

Review & Rebalance: Periodically review your portfolio's performance and asset allocation. Rebalance if necessary to align with your retirement goals.
Diversification: Explore adding international funds or sector-specific funds to diversify further.
Tax Efficiency: Consider ELSS funds for tax-saving while aligning with retirement goals.
Given the complexities of retirement planning, consulting with a Certified Financial Planner can offer personalized guidance tailored to your retirement aspirations.

Your dedication to retirement planning is commendable, and with strategic planning, you're on the right path towards achieving your retirement goals.