<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false">A mid-year bonus or salary hike could be a suitable opportunity to boost investments in existing SIPs or start a new one based on financial goals.Deciding between topping up existing SIPs and starting a new one depends on goals, portfolio, and risk comfort level.Topping up existing SIPs is beneficial for long-term goals without additional paperwork and offers compounding benefits.Starting a new SIP may be preferable for new specific goals, better diversification, and more control over duration, amount, or risk level.