Let’s explore how much a member can save or earn in a Chit Fund with the following conditions:
Understanding Earnings and Savings in a Chit Fund with Foreman Commission
Let’s revise the calculation to include a 5% foreman commission on each auction. Here are the key details:
- Chit Value: ₹1,00,000
- Number of Members: 20
- Monthly Subscription: ₹5,000
- Maximum Bid: 70% of the Chit Value
- Foreman Commission: 5% of the Chit Value
Step 1: Monthly Contribution and Auction Bidding
Each month, all members contribute ₹5,000, accumulating a total of ₹1,00,000.
In each auction, the maximum bid allowed is 70% of the Chit Value, which is:
Maximum Bid = 70% × ₹1,00,000 = ₹70,000
So, the member who bids ₹70,000 wins the auction and receives this amount.
Step 2: Deduct Foreman Commission
The foreman (the person or company managing the Chit) takes a commission of 5% of the Chit Value:
Foreman Commission = 5% × ₹1,00,000 = ₹5,000
After deducting the foreman’s commission, the remaining amount to be distributed among members is:
Remaining Amount After Commission = ₹1,00,000 - ₹70,000 - ₹5,000 = ₹25,000
Step 3: Distribution of the Remaining Amount
The remaining ₹25,000 is distributed among the 20 members, reducing their net contribution for that month. Each member receives:
Amount per Member = ₹25,000 / 20 = ₹1,250
So, after receiving ₹1,250, each member’s net contribution for that month is:
Net Contribution = ₹5,000 - ₹1,250 = ₹3,750
Step 4: Calculating Savings or Earnings for the Prized Subscriber
If you are the prized subscriber who wins the ₹70,000 bid, here’s how your finances look:
You receive ₹70,000 in one lump sum.
Total amount paid by the prized subscriber over 20 months:
Total Payment = 20 × ₹5,000 = ₹1,00,000
Effective Cost = ₹1,00,000 - ₹70,000 = ₹30,000
Step 5: Savings for Non-Prized Subscribers
For non-prized subscribers, their net contribution reduces each month due to the dividend distribution. Assuming every auction follows the same pattern (with a ₹70,000 bid), their savings over the period would look like this:
Each month, they effectively save ₹1,250 (from the dividend):
Total Savings for Non-Prized Subscribers = 20 × ₹1,250 = ₹25,000
Summary
- Prized Subscriber: You receive ₹70,000 upfront but end up contributing ₹1,00,000 over the Chit period, leading to a net expense of ₹30,000.
- Non-Prized Subscribers: You save ₹1,250 each month from the dividends, leading to a total savings of ₹25,000 by the end of the Chit period.
- Foreman: The foreman earns a total commission of ₹5,000 per auction, accumulating to ₹1,00,000 over 20 auctions (assuming a 5% commission on the full Chit Value each month).
This updated calculation takes into account the foreman’s commission, ensuring a fair distribution while providing members with both immediate financial access and long-term savings.