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Investing means that we invest some money or buy an asset with the intention of obtaining a profit. In investing there is always a risk of loss may be experienced. An investment that can provide greater profit opportunities, will usually be followed with greater risk of loss as well. You should know the benefits that can be obtained along with the risk of possible losses suffered.

In addition to types of investments that have been discussed in the chapter previous article, here are some other types of investments:

1. Bonds are debt, is proof that we are providing loans to certain companies or governments. Parties who owe will be paying interest for a specified period. Debt repayment period of more than one year. The safest bonds are bonds, or debentures of the state. Bonds Gain on Interest is greater than the deposit. The disadvantage is the long term (> 1 year), so it will not be released when needed or when you want to invest another. If the party who owes bankrupt, means can not recover the debt.
2. Gold. The gold price tends to rise every year, which is why many people who buy gold and then sell when the price goes up. If you want to use for investment, buy gold, which should form the precious metal than gold bars or coins in the form of jewelry. Gold bars or coins do not experience shrinkage or making the usual fee charged if you sell in the form of jewelry. The advantage, gold is a liquid asset or assets that easy to sell. The disadvantage is in storage because it is difficult if not careful can be easily stolen.
3. Property. Just like gold, property prices are homes and land tends to rise. By purchasing the property, and sell it at a later date will be profitable because the selling price has gone up. House prices will quickly rise if the location is strategic or near public facilities, this will be a consideration when choosing a location. When going to buy a house in the housing that has not been or is still being developed, ensure that the developer can be trusted and there is a clear agreement, because there are some cases, after we pay, housing construction was discontinued which resulted in the loss. Property gains, low risk and can be rented out so it can provide additional revenue. Property losses, which need huge funds to buy a house or land. Property is not a liquid asset because it is not easy to sell when times are desperate for money.

Consider also when you want to take back the investment, if only for a short period or long term. If you have any needs in the near future, select investments with lower risk and berifat liquid. Meanwhile, for the long term, you can choose the investment with high risks that can give the stolen greater profits. Because investing has risks, it is necessary to prepare mentally when you experience loss or failure in order not to become discouraged. At least, invest better than all your income is used for expenditure without any part of the saved.

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