Investment Concept
The concept of setting aside some money to be stored in order to meet a sudden need or need is certainly no stranger. In the past, people often saved in piggy banks, under pillows, or in cabinets, until now almost everyone has saved at a bank. But, you realize, the interest we get by saving at a bank is not directly proportional to the inflation that occurs every year, so when compared to the increase in prices of goods and services, the money we deposit in the bank actually actually decreases in value
Meanwhile, investment can be interpreted as an effort, whether in the form of material, energy, or time, which is carried out at this time, to get a profit in the future. Speaking of investment in material form, the value we invest over time will grow beyond its initial capital if done wisely. Thus, investment has the potential to provide greater benefits compared to conventional savings
That is what distinguishes investment from savings. Although saving in a conventional way is still needed for sudden needs, but by simply saving money, we will not grow beyond inflation and increase the price of goods and services.

Why is investing important?
Even rich people still need to invest to protect their assets from declining value due to inflation. Of course, the interest in investing will be higher for those whose lives depend on monthly salaries
To understand the importance of investing deeper, imagine that you are planning a big event, such as a music concert. There are so many preparations that you have to do in a short period of time. With good planning, you can “repay” the necessary needs as early as possible so that the concert can run smoothly
As with life, various important events will come up, such as going to college, getting married, having a family, until retiring. Not to mention other additional needs such as vacationing, buying a car or a new home. Without good financial planning, it is difficult to fulfill every need if only relying on monthly savings and salaries. Moreover, if you only depend on the following:

• Year end bonus (The amount cannot be determined depending on the condition of the company where you work)
• Increase in salary (The amount cannot be determined depending on the condition of the company where you work)
• Bank interest (the value will be eroded by inflation)
• Bank loans (high interest rates)

In short, by investing, we can begin to prepare for future needs by utilizing the funds we have today. Whatever your short-term goals, such as wanting to buy the latest gadgets or vacation with your family, as well as the medium and long term, such as opening a restaurant, preparing a down payment for a dream home, or preparing a pension fund, you can start fulfilling it from now on.
Through the illustration above, it can be seen that investment is needed to meet our short and long term needs. … Read More

Although flowery, we should not be blinded by love. It was precisely at the beginning of the courtship, here, it was really obligatory to dig up as much information as possible about the couple. Is the direction or purpose of her having the same relationship as we want — not just busy getting along with her, huh. One that is no less important is the financial problem of a partner. Know for yourself, right, money is often cited as one of the factors that trigger conflict in relationships. What should be considered before marriage? The following five are:

1. Check the partner’s financial condition
It’s not matre, yes, but we really need to know how he managed his finances. Everywhere you are still using facilities from his parents – including cars to credit cards – most likely he is the type of man who is not independent.

2. Wedding party
We and the couple must think about how the wedding will be held. Does the joint venture use our savings and partners, or still receive donations from parents? We recommend that you use personal funds and a degree of reception according to the budget available. Why is it stuck in debt just for ‘one day luxury’? Our lives are still a long couple!

3. Agreement after marriage
Be open from the beginning to the couple how we manage finances all this time. If you are still helping your parents, say this so as not to backfire later. Start sharing responsibility for taking care of our family (new ones) with your partner.

4. Allocate income
After a family, it is recommended to allocate income for consumption 50{e49d478742bcd3fff949c46e924812053b1e1c5350074d68d35566b71e6be28d} of income, the remaining 50{e49d478742bcd3fff949c46e924812053b1e1c5350074d68d35566b71e6be28d} for savings, protection and investment. If you feel you have not been able to set aside savings and investment, you can also choose the proportion of 70{e49d478742bcd3fff949c46e924812053b1e1c5350074d68d35566b71e6be28d} consumption and the remaining 30{e49d478742bcd3fff949c46e924812053b1e1c5350074d68d35566b71e6be28d} for savings, protection and investment.

5. Children’s needs
Of course in the future we and couples plan to have children. This also needs to be considered again because the need is not limited to the cost of controlling pregnancy and childbirth, but there are still immunization, sickness, education, and family holidays. Happy counting! (f)… Read More