Posts

2021 Savings Tips

Saving money is consistently looked at as one of two things. A way of life or an unfathomable task. It really depends upon your necessities, lifestyle, and pay similarly as your adolescence. Likewise, nor isn't right anyway seeing at saving as a target that takes work to achieve something more noticeable can consistently help change your perspective. Moreover, it will in general be slippery saving tips. However, I have been in a position where saving money appears to be incomprehensible like it is basically impossible! However, I am here to help you discover a way! And show you that it is possible! So here are 5 Saving tips: Understand why you want to save “If you fail to plan, you plan to fail” – Benjamin Franklin The platitude is so obvious. Thus, in the event that you don't have the foggiest idea why you are saving, you will run out of steam and not arrive at your objective. Thus, plunk down and work out why you need to save. Start small The best misunderstanding...

What is All Risk Insurance?

Image
  All risk insurance can be described as the things you always carry with you. The items you never leave your home without, the things in your bag. All risk insurance is designed to cover all of these things so you can go on with your life knowing that you are covered. How All Risk Insurance Works? All risk insurance is usually added to a household contents policy. This is often because your household contents policy covers them in your home and the extra cover is for when you leave the house. Household contents insurance is valued in a insured amount with a few specified items. All risk insurance usually works of this amount. Specified Items These are your expensive items and most treasured things. This can be items such as engagement or wedding rings, special jewelry, expensive sunglasses and some electronic items such as watches, cell phones and wearable devices. It can also cover things like your handbag itself or  laptop  bag. These items are usually worth more that...

Saving: Why? How? How Much?

Image
  I want to jump in, as they say, head first. Saving is a necessity to building long term wealth, achieving goals of travel, buying a house, or paying for your child’s education. It can also be great to have some stashed away for a rainy day. But with so many opinions out there how do you save? How much should you save? And where do you put your money? It can all be extremely overwhelming! Trust me! I have been there! So, I have compiled 3 questions which have always helped me determine this for my savings goals: When do I need the Money? If you have a set date for a vacation or for studying you will know how many years/ months you have to save for. You can also determine where you can get the best interest, and many even invest the money for long term goals. However, for an emergency fund or short-term goals you don’t know when you will need the money and could need it fast! So, you want to earn decent interest with quick access. When will I start? By working out when you can affo...

Tips when making your financial plan

So here are my 3 tips to successfully write your financial plan: Make it personal It's easy to get wrapped up in watching YouTube videos and read articles about how other people create their financial plans. The difference is, that is their financial plan . Not yours. And it is important for you to realise that and make your plan suit your needs. As every person is different and will have different needs. Revise it Things change. Situations change. Jobs change. And so should your financial plan . As life changes, kids come along, people get promoted, your needs and wants change. And that is why it is important to revise your financial plan at least once per year, but preferable every 6 months. Consult a professional As much as you can do it yourself a professional can bring in some better insights. They can be objective and help hold you accountable to your plan. They can offer advice on where to save your money, how much to save, and what debt to pay off faster. These ...

How to invest in a Real Estate Investment Trust

Image
  How to invest in a Real Estate Investment Trust   As I said in my last article about Real Estate Investing , Real Estate Investment Trust or REITs for short, are a great way to invest in Real Estate. Real estate has been a popular investment among many people over generations. The idea of owning a piece of something tangible excited people. However, this was often only something afforded to the affluent. However, that is no longer the case. Image by Arek Socha from Pixabay What is a Real Estate Investment Trust?   A REIT is a company that owns land/ buildings that generate income. They can also finance real estate and earn an income from the interest charged in some countries. These investment vehicles offer a way to invest in the property market with little money. Benefits of a REIT?   REITs are often managed by good investment companies that offer diversification that you would struggle to get on your own. Their expertise helps mak...

What is Personal Finance?

Image
  What is Personal Finance? Personal Finance is very talked-about in today’s world. It often intertwined with big words such as Diversification and Tax-Free Savings. So what is Personal Finance really? Do I need it? What is Personal Finance? Personal Finance is everything to do with your finances. I t is your plans to meet your financial goals , as well as where your money comes from and where it is going. Personal Finance helps you plan where you’re going. Do I need it? Yes! Everyone has a  financial goal , be that a new house or a life of freedom. Those goals are part of your finance as is your plan to get there. Image by  Gerd Altmann  from  Pixabay 3 Tips for becoming a master of Personal Finance: Budget Yes, I probably say this too much. But budgeting makes such a difference in your ability to save, invest, and reach your financial goals. Use Debt Wisely Debt can be good, but it can be bad as I described in “ Do I have the wrong type of loan? “. So make s...

Fixed Income? Is it worth it?

Image
  Fixed Income? Is it worth it? Fixed Income  investing always gets a bad rep for being slow-growing and boring. However, it does have its place in the market. And in uncertain times it can offer safety that other assets can’t. But let’s get into the info so you can make a wise decision with help from your Qualified Financial Advisor: What is Fixed Income? Fixed income is a type of security that pays a set level of cash to its owners over a determined period. At the end of the period, known as the maturity date, the money invested is paid back to the investor. These assets are seen in the form of  Bonds, Money Market, Preference Shares and cash funds.  Most common are government and corporate bonds. One benefit identified by  Investopedia about t his type of investment is that if a company goes bankrupt, bondholders are typically paid before shareholders. Image by  corinna-kr  from  Pixabay Where do I invest? The safe assets are usually bough...