Investment Time Horizons
Friday, February 22nd, 2008Investment time horizons refer to how soon investors expect to earn from their investments. They can simply be divided into three: short-term, medium-term, and long-term investments.
Short-term investments refer to those based on needs you might need very soon, such as in a year’s time. This may include saving for a child’s tuition fees the following year. Savings accounts or time deposit arrangements may cover such needs.
Medium-term investments are for needs you anticipate within three to six years, such as buying or building a house. For such needs, investing in good bonds and stocks is advisable.
Long-term investments are for needs anticipated in ten years or more, such as retirement funds or nest eggs for your children. Look for an institution that you know will stick around for a long time – and that gives high interest rates – and invest there.