In addition, "savings and time deposits were the main sources of bank funds, which jointly accounted for 75.5 percent of the total domestic deposits."
The Typical "Siguristang" Pinoy
The statistics above was evident. Every time I would do bank errands, there will always be long lines.
Why?
Because the norm teaches us that our safest bet is to put our hard-earned money in banks.
People will wait in line, supply banks with their money, and settle for a "measly" interest rate that is way below the 5.2% inflation rate as of June 2018. Your usual savings account gives you less than 1% per annum. The highest I have read as I do my research for this post is 1.375% for a Php5M time deposit held for one year.
Sadly, most of us settle for that for "security" reasons.
But Sometimes, It is Because of Lack of Financial Knowledge
One of my RFP mentors said, "You don't know what you're missing kasi sa isa ka lang nakatingin. Expand your information and insight."
Many keep their money in banks because that is all they know.
During one of my recent client calls, my friend said that she and her husband are keeping their retirement fund in banks. When I asked why, she answered, "Eh san ko ilalagay? Bangko lang ang alam ko."
I told her that there are a lot of financial products where they can grow their retirement fund. They can invest it in a bond fund, balanced fund, growth fund, or equity fund, among others, depending on their risk appetite.
And Of Course, There is Always This Risk - Return Trade Off
Risk will always be proportional to reward.
High return investments require high risk. These are people who invest in the stock market. Not a lot of people have that kind of risk appetite.
Low return investments require low risk. These, on the other hand, are those who invest in bond funds and balanced funds.
And then there are those who do not want to take any risk at all. These are people who deposit in banks.
(If someone offers you high returns but with minimum risk, run as fast and as far as you can. That is a scam!)
To Address All These, Insular Life Launches its I-Peso ProEarn
There are Php11.3 TRILLION money deposited in banks.
This money earns less than 1% to 1.375% per annum only.
And that most Filipinos settle for this.
On July 16, Insular Life, the largest Filipino insurance company backed up with almost 108 years of unbroken service, will launch its I-Peso ProEarn.
This is the investment product that offers your hard-earned money these GUARANTEES:
- Yearly interest rate of 3% to 3.75% NET for 7 years.
- Return of principal at the end of the 7th year.
- Life insurance coverage equal to 125% of investment.
With these features, it provides you with the following benefits:
- Guaranteed Interest that is higher than the usual time deposit rates.
- Provides you with the financial security and peace of mind with the built-in life insurance coverage.
- Experience the convenience of this Guaranteed Issue Offer, no medical requirement.
Most importantly, it is a safe investment guaranteed by a stable company, Insular Life, with a strong commitment to keep its promise to its policyholders.
Placement starts on July 16, 2018. And this plan is offered for a LIMITED TIME only.
Final Word
For your money that has been sleeping in banks, it's time that you make it work hard for you while you enjoy sound sleep every single night with a GUARANTEED investment product.
Choose Insular Life's I-Peso ProEarn.
To know more, send me an email at financialplanningforpinoys@gmail.com.