How Much Is Enough? I think I figured it out.....................

I recently faced a situation that I have faced multiple times, getting vindicated for my integirty while those who chose a different path finding themselves on the wrong side. I have worked in the industry I am in for almost 16 years now and during that time I have seen colleagues get rich through dubious means. My time in this iindustryhas made me aware of ways in which this is possibe but I have always questioned on whether it is worth it. Guys getting kick backs or outright theft looks attractive in the moment but at the end of the day you always get caught and find yourself in a worse of position than before.

We see the same thing in our politicians and even though theirs is the making oofa kleptocracy we always ask ourselves, How much is really enough?

I think I may have found out how much in my perspective may be enough.

KES. 300 MILLION

Hear me out on this, if you were to have a windfall or accumulate wealth in a short time i personally believe that amount would serve my family and i for the rest of my days and have enough for my children to have a head start in life.

In any situation where large amounts of money are involved you need to remember that the first thing you will do is go mad.

I have somewhat calculated that in;

So I decided to have a conversation with Chat GPT and this is what it came up with.

Basic asumption is that you will spend 100 Million on immediate needs and 200 million will be invested for the future.

Investment Plan Based on Kes. 300 Million Windfall

Initial Windfall Allocation:

• Total Windfall: KES 300 million
• Allocated for Investments: KES 200 million
  • Earns 10% annual interest
  • Half of the interest (5%) is reinvested
  • The other half (5%) is used for monthly expenses . This is what you would us to replace your monthlyincome to ensure you never have to work again.
• Other Allocations: this is where you go mad, buy a house and other things you think you need.
  • KES 10 million – Debt repayment & family gifts
  • KES 50 million – Real estate investments
  • KES 20 million – Farming projects
  • KES. 20 Million  -  going mad on a buying spree(cars, clothes, holidayes etc.)

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Investment Growth Calculation:

Given the KES 200 million investment at 10% annual interest, with 50% reinvested and 50% withdrawn for expenses, the effective growth rate will be 5% compounded annually.

Formula for compound interest:

Where:

• = future value
• = initial principal (KES 200 million)
• = reinvested interest rate (5% or 0.05)
• = 50 years

Future Value: ~KES 2.29 billion in 50 years.

Monthly Withdrawal Calculation:

Monthly income for expenses: ~KES 833,333

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Real Estate Investment Breakdown:

• KES 30 million – Allocated for a primary residence (non-revenue generating).
• KES 20 million – Land purchase for future investment.

Rental Development & Land Acquisition Strategy:

• 40% of monthly income (KES 833,333) = KES 333,333 per month, or KES 4 million per year, directed to:
  • Constructing rentals on acquired land.
  • Buying smaller parcels of land when opportunities arise.

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Growth Projections:

1. Rental Development Over 50 Years:

Assuming construction and rental income reinvestment at an average growth rate of 8% per year, and an annual contribution of KES 4 million, the formula used:

Estimated Future Value of Rental Portfolio: ~KES 3.21 billion

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2. Land Appreciation Over 50 Years:

Assuming land appreciates at an annual rate of 5%, using the formula:

Estimated Future Value of Land Holdings: ~KES 229 million

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Total Future Value (Real Estate + Land Holdings):

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Summary of Real Estate Plan in 50 Years:

1. Primary Residence: Static at KES 30 million (unless upgraded).
2. Land Holdings: Expected to grow to ~KES 229 million.
3. Rental Portfolio: Potential value of ~KES 3.21 billion.
4. Total Real Estate Wealth Estimate: ~KES 3.44 billion, assuming reinvestment of 40% monthly income and an 8% return.

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Conclusion:

This plan balances immediate financial needs, mid-term development goals, and long-term wealth creation, ensuring financial security and growth over the next 50 years.

So all factors constant after 50 years, based on my investment plan:

• Cash investments (interest-bearing account): KES 2.29 billion
• Real estate investments (initial investment + monthly savings): KES 8.14 billion
• Total investment value (cash + real estate): KES 10.43 billion

But humans are not that patient or selfless to want to just put in a good days work and build a future. 

They want to plunder until the teat is dry and the cow is emanciated. my daydreams are just mine but I hope one day I may be able to apply the math.