KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach – 30 August 2022 – What does it mean to be financially independent? It is not only about being able to pay for your bills, groceries, housing, health care�the basic living expenses. Financial independence is also about saving money, not losing it to inflation and unnecessary spending, and increasing your capital over time. Your personal financial system should be sustainableit should be able to support you even when your main stream of income decreases or disappears entirely.
This Independence Day, OctaFX shares ten most crucial tips for becoming financially independent. Remember that the tips will only work if you develop the habit of applying them. It takes time and effort, but it’s worth it.
Start by learning your financial inflow and outflow. It might be hard to keep your daily purchases in your head or on a piece of paper, so if your banking app does not do that automatically, install one of the expense tracker apps.
Next, craft a realistic budget that fits your lifestyle. Doing so is not about cutting back on spending: if you are accustomed to having coffee every morning, cutting it out from the budget won’t work. Instead, try to plan ahead what you are going to spend your money on.
Creating an emergency fund will help you deal with unforeseen circumstances without borrowing money with interest or selling your things to get out of the situation urgently. Putting aside 1 USD a day will give 30 USD more to your account at the end of the month.
Tracking your monthly bills is actually a part of your budgeting plan. Paying your bills on time is an easy way to manage your spending and avoid fees.
If you have ever signed up for a free trial to a streaming service, you might have recurring charges you have forgotten about. Check your credit card statements and ensure you don’t pay for something you can live without. Unsubscribe and put that money aside for your emergency fund!
Loans help you with major life purchases like a house or a car. For other big purchases, say a 65″ TV, cash is often the best way to go as it saves you the monthly interest payment you would otherwise have to pay.
Most credit cards nowadays come with a free annual fee, and promotional offers could sometimes be beneficial. However, be sure your repayments are on time, keep your credit card limit for tight situations, and repay purchases within a month to avoid additional fees.
To protect your savings from inflation and other negative market factors, try diversifying them with different currencies, precious metals, and real estate income (earned from renting out a property). This will make your portfolio more resilient.
Regardless of your age, start saving for old agethe younger you are, the more you will get. Set up a separate fund or term deposit to ensure you don’t access the funds for purposes other than savings.
Choose wisely. There are many forms of investment: some are more easily accessible, while others are more complex. However, even a small contribution to your investment is a potential for additional income and financial independence.
Let’s say it again: the tips above will help you create a more independent personal financial system only if adhered to daily. Being independent is not a hobbyit’s a lifestyle.
Happy Independence Day!
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