Imagine you and your family are excitedly planning a vacation. What’s the first step? You evaluate your budget, choose a destination, book your tickets and accommodations, and eagerly await the day of your travel.

Finally, the day arrives. The taxi is at your doorstep, ready to take you to the airport/railway station. But before stepping out, what’s the first thing you do? You ensure all electric switches are turned off, gas is turned off, doors are securely locked, windows are closed, and every precaution is taken to keep your home safe during your absence.

Would you ever neglect these steps—leaving your door open and ignoring safety measures as you head off on your trip? Certainly not.

Ensuring the security of your home in your absence is the first priority.

Now, reflect on your life. Do you take similar precautions to protect your family when you might not be around? Have you thought about what would happen to your family in case of an unexpected event, such as death, hospitalization, any emergency or disability due to an accident?

This post isn’t about instilling fear; it’s about understanding basic aspect of financial planning. Just like securing your home, safety comes first, investments later.

But how do you start? Take it step by step. Learn financial planning one lesson at a time. Don’t rush or try to master it all in a single day. Let’s embark on this journey of financial insights together, beginning with

Lesson 1: Safety First, Investment Later.