How to Start Investing from Scratch (Even If You Know Nothing About the Stock Market)
Investing feels a little daunting at first. Some people put it off for years because it seems too complicated, too risky, or too much of a “rich person’s game”. Meanwhile, their money has been quietly losing purchasing power sitting in a current account.
This article is for that person. No unnecessary jargon, no promises of magical returns, and no hidden sales pitch.
Why invest if I already have savings?
Because money sitting idle in a current account loses value over time. If inflation runs at 3% a year and your savings earn nothing, in ten years your purchasing power will have dropped significantly, even though the number in your account stays the same.