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Advait Arora has over 20 years of experience in direct investing in stock markets in India and overseas.
He holds a masters in IT management from the University Of Wollongong, Australia, and an MBA in marketing from Charles Strut University, NewCastle, Australia.
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A NRE owner gives his flat in India on rent @ 18000 per month. Does the lessee has to deduct tds on entire amount paid in the year in the last month and credit to IT dept?. If yes at whst percentage and under which section

Ans: TDS i believe will need to be deducted if rent is more than Rs. 2.4 lakhs per year. pl recheck with your tax advisor.
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Dear Sir, I would like to know if there are any mutual fund options that can also give me regular returns ?
Ans: Yes, your query is very thoughtful.

There are mutual funds that offer regular income options.

Let us look at them in detail.

 
 

Monthly Income Through Mutual Funds
Some hybrid mutual funds aim to give regular cash flows.

 
 

These are ideal for retirees or those needing monthly income.

 
 

But these payouts are not guaranteed like bank FDs.

 
 

The amount and frequency can vary based on scheme performance.

 
 

These funds offer dividend payout options or Systematic Withdrawal Plan (SWP).

 
 

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You invest a lump sum, and take out fixed money monthly.

 
 

Your capital stays invested and continues to grow.

 
 

This is more tax-efficient than FD interest.

 
 

It gives you more control than choosing dividend option.

 
 

Why Regular Mutual Funds via CFP is Better
Always invest through regular plans with CFP guidance.

 
 

Avoid direct plans as they give no advisory support.

 
 

Also avoid index funds, as they don’t help in personal goal planning.

 
 

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Avoid withdrawing more than what your fund earns yearly.

 
 

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For equity funds, LTCG above Rs 1.25 lakh is taxed at 12.5%.

 
 

STCG is taxed at 20% for equity mutual funds.

 
 

For debt funds, all gains are taxed as per your income slab.

 
 

Sample Planning Approach
First, calculate your monthly cash flow need.

 
 

Choose a suitable hybrid or equity mutual fund.

 
 

Invest a lump sum or grow it through SIP.

 
 

Start SWP after 1–2 years, if needed.

 
 

Review SWP and portfolio yearly with your CFP.

 
 

Don’t withdraw in falling markets unless urgent.

 
 

This is a professional way to create passive income.

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