With prices rising, it can be tempting to splurge on non-essential items.
While there’s nothing wrong with treating yourself occasionally, it’s essential to keep your spending in check.
It’s time to ditch the FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out) and YOLO (You Only Live Once) mentality because YAGO (You Also Grow Old)
Instead, focus on spending money on experiences and purchases that truly matter to you.
By prioritizing your spending, you’ll be better equipped to weather the effects of inflation.
Put More Into Your Emergency Fund
Having an emergency fund is always a smart financial move, but it’s especially crucial during times of inflation.
As prices rise, unexpected expenses can take a more significant toll on your finances.
To protect yourself, consider increasing your emergency fund to cover six to twelve months of expenses.
Think of your emergency fund as your superhero cape that can save you from unexpected expenses.
Give Investments a Try
Investing can be intimidating, but it can also be a smart way to protect your finances from inflation.
Inflation erodes the value of cash over time, so putting your money into investments that have the potential to grow can be a smart move.
Consider investing in sectors that are typically immune to the effects of inflation, such as banking, consumer staples, energy, utility, and healthcare equities.
These sectors tend to perform well even during inflationary periods, so investing in them can help you keep your money safe.
These investments are your own personal army that fights against inflation.
Prepare for Health Cost Hikes
Healthcare costs have been on the rise, with the pandemic adding fuel to the fire.
To protect yourself and your loved ones, consider investing in health insurance.
With flexible payment options and tailored plans, health insurance can help cover your medical expenses and give you peace of mind.
Health insurance is your knight in shining armor that can rescue you from the high costs of healthcare.
Yes, inflation can be scary, but it doesn't have to be.
By minding your expenses, increasing your emergency fund, giving investments a try, and preparing for health cost hikes, you can inflation-proof your finances.
If you have more questions about how to protect your finances from inflation, don’t hesitate to reach out to me below:
When he is not busy watching "The Office", lounging at the beach, or playing 1st person shooting games, Argel consistently invests in the stock market, both local and global. He loves learning through books, training, seminars, and workshops. He also helps Pinoys create, manage, grow, and protect their wealth as a globally-certified Professional Financial Advisor. Get in touch with him by sending an email to contact[at]argeltiburcio.com
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