How to Secure Your Child’s Education: A Parent’s Guide to Smart Financial Planning
Education is one of the most valuable gifts parents can give their children . But rising costs make it essential to plan well in advance. In this blog, we’ll explore two real-life examples of parents planning for their children’s education and how systematic financial planning can make this dream achievable. Case Study 1: Mr. Jagdish’s Plan for His Daughter’s Education Scenario: Mr. Jagdish, aged 32, wants to save ₹15 lakhs for his 7-year-old daughter’s education, which she will need in 10 years. As a financial planner, we devise a strategy to invest monthly, using asset allocation in equity and debt (70:30) for the first 8 years, and shifting to liquid funds for the final 2 years to ensure safety. Expected Returns: • Equity Funds : 11.25% per annum • Debt Funds : 9% per annum • Liquid Funds : 6% per annum Investment Plan: 1. For the first 8 years: • 70% of the monthly investment in Equity • 30% in Debt 2. For the last 2 years: • The accumulated amount ...