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A Guide to Personal Finance Management

by Sheann / Thursday, 30 December 2021 / Published in Business
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Managing your finances

People say that money can’t buy happiness. But realistically speaking, money does matter, no matter how much you value it in life. It is what you need to take care of all your basic needs including food, shelter, and clothing.

Sometimes, making financial mistakes or impulse decisions can put you in financially uncomfortable situations in the future. You might feel stressed and unsure of how to solve your problems, which can even become long-term. In this article, we’ll share some tips on how you can manage your finances and create better money habits to avoid these situations.

Save your money

The first important tip for you is to save your money. This can be done by creating a savings account for you to save your money in. Try to keep the amount of savings you have in your account above $1000, so that you have any backup in case you get caught in a dire situation. Start having long-term plans in mind, instead of only living day-to-day.

One way to start saving your money is to have a small percentage automatically deducted from your check into your savings account every month. This helps you get used to living on a certain amount of income each month while still saving enough money at the same time. It’ll allow you to live within your means while still securing your financial future at the same time. 

Live below your means

As you progress in the working world, you will undoubtedly start earning more money with pay raises and other sources of income. However, this does not mean that you should increase your spending habits. This is a common mistake that many people make, which can often put them in a worse financial state than when they were earning less money.

What this does is that it puts you in the position of having to continually chase money instead of putting money aside. You should focus instead on increasing your savings when you have a pay increase instead of spending more. It is much better to go without the unnecessary purchase than to worry about money when you are older and retired.’

Minimize unnecessary purchases

Many of us make the mistake of spending money on things that we want but do not need. Oftentimes, these purchases bring little to no value to our life. You must be rational when it comes to your finances if you desire to build financial security.

The emotional satisfaction that you get from these material things only lasts for so long and is not of much value. It is okay to make these purchases once in a while, but make sure that they are part of your long-term financial plan. This also includes purchases such as houses, businesses and investments. It is better to make purchases that help you earn more money rather than waste your money. 

Put money into your retirement fund

If you only have $10,000 in your retirement account, you will likely have to work well past your retirement age to sustain your daily necessities. When you are young in and in your 20s, it can be easy to forget that you will eventually want to retire as you get older, but this is the age where you should start thinking about your retirement. 

If you consistently put money into your account when you first enter the workforce, you should easily have over a million dollars when you hit your retirement age. Hence, you need to start saving money as soon as you can.

Use the stock market to your advantage

The risks that come with the stock market can deter people from entering. However, this fear minimizes your opportunity to secure wealth. If you are scared of making large investments, you can start small to learn how the stock market works.

The sooner you learn how it works, the sooner you can begin investing in stock options that will fit your financial strategy. You do not need to have a huge goal such as being a millionaire – simply having a good side income that helps you get more savings is good enough.

Invest more than you spend

If you are consistent in how you invest, it should help you generate more money. This means constantly seeking out new forms of investments that will help you generate more money. Else, you will find that your earning potential has reached a point of stagnation. To earn more money and lead a comfortable life, invest in opportunities that will help you generate more new income.

Know your ideal financial picture

An important factor in personal finances knowing what your financial future should look like. Wanting a lot of money is not enough – you need to know the exact amount of money you need so that you can create strategies to meet your goal. This will ensure that your financial future will be successful.

Handling personal finances

Though finances are important, you should also be careful to not attach your happiness to the amount of money you make, because you will always be left wanting more. Strike a balance between your hustle to make money and your personal life. This will ensure that you lead a comfortable and fulfilling life.

These financial tips can also come in handy when you’re trying to run a company. If you need help managing your company’s finances or paperwork, be sure to drop us a call or a text on WhatsApp.

 

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About Sheann

Penultimate undergraduate at NUS with experience in writing lifestyle articles and copywriting.

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