SIP or Systematic Investment Plan is a great investment option that allows you to invest in market securities in a safe and disciplined manner. Your earnings from SIPs are high, as the interest rate ranges between 12% and 15% and goes up to 21%. SIPs allow you to regularly invest in small amounts as they offer you more flexibility and are ideal for conservative investors. However, there are still certain charges that you have to pay over and above your investment amount.
Take a look at what these charges are:
Exit load
SIPs are a popular investment option mainly because they offer high liquidity, along with high returns. This means that you can withdraw from your SIP as and when you wish to. However, when you liquidate your SIPs, you need to pay a charge known as an exit load. This charge is a one-time fee and is expressed as a percentage of your total gains from the SIP. You only have to pay this charge if you exit the SIP prematurely. This means withdrawing from the SIP before the lapse of the holding period that the fund house has defined.
Transaction charges
This is another one-time fee that you need to pay if your investment in SIPs is over Rs. 10,000 at any given time. This charge amounts to Rs. 100 and is deducted in four consecutive instalments. You have to pay transaction charges along with your 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th instalments.
Recurring charges or ongoing expenses
As the name suggests, these aren’t one-time charges. You have to pay recurring costs or ongoing expenses on the daily net assets of your mutual fund. It is important to note that the regulator outlines the extent to which these charges are to be levied, and your fund house can’t charge you more than the specified amount. The expenses are deducted from the net assets of the funds, after which the NAV is posted.
Understanding these three charges will give you a better idea of the total cost of investing in SIPs and compare them with the returns. Besides, it also helps you understand how transparent and minimal the charges associated with a SIP are, unlike several other options, such as ULIPs that bear multiple, complicated charges. Most importantly, with clarity regarding the charges that accompany a SIP, you will be able to understand whether or not this is an ideal investment option for you in terms of affordability. Moreover, it will also allow help you identify an investment amount that suits your needs.
Use the Bajaj Finserv SIP calculator to begin a new SIP, this will help you see your total invested amount, final maturity value, and earnings from your investment.
Conclusion
SIPs, or Systematic Investment Plans, offer a reliable and disciplined approach to investing in the market, potentially yielding high returns. While they provide flexibility for investors, it's important to be aware of the associated charges. Exit loads, transaction charges, and recurring expenses are part of the SIP investment journey, but they are generally transparent and minimal compared to other investment options.
Understanding these charges empowers you to make informed decisions about the affordability and suitability of SIPs for your financial goals. With the Bajaj Finserv SIP calculator, you can start your SIP journey with clarity, assessing your invested amount, final maturity value, and potential earnings.