One of the deterrents of investing is how unstable the markets can seem. Many people are not willing to place their hard earned money in ventures that they are not even sure are going to succeed. The dismal state of the economy only proves the mistrust that many people view investment with. This fear of financing, however, can prevent many people from making a profit in the long run. There are, thankfully, methods to invest your money and limit the amount of risk that you face. Here are some of the ways you can invest with some measure of security:

Gold

Many investors advise people to begin buying gold. This is because, compared to many other commodities, this precious metal is actually stable. The value of gold has been quite consistent for many years. It is certainly a more established investment than currency. It also requires minimal risk. Once you have purchased a few ounces of gold, there is no immediate threat to your investment.

You can simply wait until you wish to sell the precious metal. When the prices are high enough, you can sell your amount of gold for a handsome profit. This type of investment ensures that there is no continued risk to your venture at all. As you have physical ownership of the commodity, you are entirely in control of what happens to it.

Savings Account

One of the advantages of a savings account is the liquidity that it offers. Few other investments or commodities can be accessed quite as easily as a savings account. Most banks allow you to withdraw a specific amount of money, at least six times a month. The more you have in your savings account, the more interest you earn. This is also a great method to encourage saving.

To make the best of a savings account, shop around for the highest interest rates on your savings. It is important to note the minimum required when opening the bank account. You should also check how much you are required to have in your bank account at the end of each month. To ensure that your income is truly safe, you should invest in a bank that is a part of the Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation (CDIC). Authorities such as these will insure the savings that you place in the account. This will allow you to protect your savings from unforeseen events.

Canada Premium Bond

The Canada Premium Bond (CPB) is guaranteed by the Canadian government. These bonds can be bought at most financial institutions throughout Canada. You can purchase one for as low as $100. Once you have bought a certain number of bonds, you will receive interest on this investment every year until the bond matures.

You can then redeem your original investment. This method offers you a great way to earn a little extra money, depending on how much you have invested. As this venture is guaranteed by a government entity, there is reduced risk.

Investment does not always have to be a gambling game. There are often times when you can remove the risk from the equation and make a stable investment.

 

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