Savings and investments play an important role in your financial well-being. Make good money choices by knowing the options that cater to your short and long-term needs.
Overview
Did you know? Only 8% of South Africans can maintain their standard of living and are set to retire comfortably. However, it’s never too late to start investing.
Saving and investing may sound like the same thing, and to some degree, they are. They both involve setting aside money for your future benefit. Savings are funds that are kept aside to achieve short-term goals. Investments, on the other hand, are assets that are acquired with the aim of increasing income over the longer term.
We explore the differences between saving and investing, and consider how you should decide which one to pursue.
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