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Do I save or buy some property?
Do I save or buy some property?
Author: Tim Searle Saturday, June 30, 2007 at 11:01
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Many a times we hear this million dollar question: “When, or how on earth, do I start saving and perhaps I should be in real estate?”
In essence, you want to start saving and you’d like nothing more than to invest in funds, equities, shares and bonds that you hear so much about but all you have is a couple of dirhams. Finding access to the property market can be expensive but don’t forget, take action, because you have to start somewhere. Perhaps you can do both.

The important issue is to employ some discipline from the outset so that saving becomes a natural habit. You will be surprised how quickly your funds will start to grow particularly with some careful financial planning. Saving today, with all the choices available, can be much more satisfying and financially rewarding than it ever has been. The first thing to do is question what you want your money to do for you. And with all this choice comes an opportunity to invest in property simultaneously.

Typically people save money in banks but most of us know that over the medium to long term their funds would be better served elsewhere. This is due to the erosive effects of inflation and at present the very low interest rates we receive on our deposits. Banks are good for your short-term money and there are various options available in the offshore market depending on individual circumstances. Savings accounts and fixed term deposits are useful tools for maximising returns only in the short term.

However, a carefully constructed savings plan could yield more interest on your hard earned money. Depending on your attitude to risk, you can use secure and guaranteed funds, tracker funds, bond funds, managed equity funds and, more recently, property funds. Gaining access to some of the best realty deals around usually command a high entry level. Obviously. Commercial realty deals are one such case in point. However, collective investment funds pool many investors together and use this buying power to secure grade A real estate deals. The Pru for example is the third largest property owner in the United Kingdom with many other funds like Glanmore, Premier, Acorn and Barndeaux to name but a few.

Despite virtually limitless options, you will find the savings product to suit your needs - all it takes is a little patience and a good deal of persistence. And watching your money grow will make it all worthwhile in the end. One is also better off saving offshore to increase their investor protection and to keep their financial matters confidential. Couple this with a balanced managed array of funds (including property if you so wish!) you should do well. That said, you should consider the following options:

• Don´t be greedy
• Don´t expect to be a millionaire overnight. Patience pays, so be realistic.
• Don´t panic if the market drops, still let the savings go on.
• Don´t trade for the short-term, unless you have the expertise to do so.

Most importantly, you should get some professional advice in getting your money working harder and encourage you to keep saving while working overseas so you can go home wealthy! And if you want to save regularly and get access to the best property deals around – it is now possible to do just that!


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