If you have decided that this year you will begin to give movement to your hard earned money so that they generate profits and finally begin to grow, congratulations!

In many countries, the culture of saving and investing is still in its infancy, compared to western countries. However, more and more people are taking the next step and strengthening their finances.

Contrary to what many people think, investing is not complicated. It is enough to be informed and choose according to the profile you handle and how aggressive you want to be.

Before taking the first step, these are three truths that you should keep in mind before making any investment:

1. Earnings are not immediate
   Everything has a deadline, and the same goes for investments. You won’t see profits overnight and it’s something to keep in mind to avoid frustration. Choose a significant time frame and remember that this also influences the amount that is generated.
2. It all depends on your profile
   Don’t forget that the results will vary depending on how much risk you are willing to take. Each profile (risky, conservative, medium) has different instruments at its disposal. And if you need information about each one, you can ask the advisor of the entity in which you are looking to invest.
3. You learn over time
   Don’t venture into things you don’t know without first informing yourself. Start with fixed rate instruments, knowing how much your earnings will amount to, and over time you’ll identify the best opportunities.

Starting to invest your money is a wise decision that will bring many benefits to your finances, in addition to increasing your profits. Remember to compare different instruments, profits they claim to give you, charges, hidden terms and conditions, and more.