How much to save for child's education?

For undergraduate education in India (after 15 years), current cost ₹15 lakhs will become ₹62.73 lakhs at 10% inflation. You need to invest ₹16,896/month in equity mutual funds (12% returns) via SIP. For foreign education (₹50 lakhs today), future cost will be ₹2.09 crores. Monthly SIP needed: ₹56,289 at 12% returns.

How to plan for child's marriage expenses?

Average marriage cost in India today: ₹20-30 lakhs. At 6% inflation, ₹25 lakhs will become ₹80.18 lakhs in 20 years. To accumulate this, invest ₹16,323/month via SIP at 12% returns. Start early - if you start 10 years before instead of 20, monthly SIP jumps to ₹45,683.

What is the best way to plan financial goals?

Follow 5-step process: (1) List all goals with timeline and priority (2) Calculate future cost with inflation (3) Choose investment matching timeframe - Equity for 5+ years, debt for less than 3 years (4) Start SIP immediately (5) Review annually and increase investments 10% yearly. Prioritize: Emergency fund, insurance, high-priority goals like child education, then lifestyle goals.

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