Heroes’ Day celebrations happen all across the country throughout October. But while you can find heroes in different people and places, you can also choose to be your own. This may look like self-commitment to your goals, simply displaying real self-love or empowering yourself to take charge of your financial future.

Speaking of financial future, at VM we offer a range of products and services that will strengthen your finances. We’ve prepared a guide to help you navigate the financial woes of life, make smart money moves and become financially empowered… so much so that you can be your own hero. Ready?

Saving with VM Building Society: Building a robust savings plan can serve as a firm foundation for the future and offers good security in emergencies. But, to become your own hero through effective savings, there are some things that you need to do, such as creating a budget, setting aside your emergency funds and automating your savings. VM Group offers you fixed term savings accounts such as our iSave Long Term product which will allow you to enjoy a secure and rewarding savings solution while meeting your financial goals.

Retirement Planning with VM Pensions Management: Giving yourself the opportunity to enjoy retirement with peace of mind is a big part of being your own hero. Planning for your pension and retirement is necessary to ensure financial wellbeing during your golden years. But, to secure a proper pension plan, some of the things that you should consider are starting as early as possible to get the full advantage, as well as making sure that you maximize your employer contributions. Also, be sure to do a regular review of your portfolio. VM Pensions Management offers a range of pension options including a Prime ARS plan for those of us who are not enrolled in a company-sponsored plan. And here’s a big plus, you can start as early as age 18.

Investing with VM Wealth Management: Investment is also another powerful tool that allows you to be your own hero. This is where you can let your money work for you. Before you start thinking about specific investment options, make sure to set practical financial goals; whether it’s funding your educational advancement or buying a house. You also want to think about spreading your investments across different assets. Don’t worry, VM Wealth Management has plenty of options and the best investment advisors in the business.

So, it turns out that to become your own financial hero it takes some financial education, commitment, and a bit of self-push. Thankfully, VM knows all about that. Prioritize areas such as your savings, investment and pension planning so that you can set yourself up for financial success. There are more ways that you can take charge of your finances and prepare for the life you want, just click HERE and let’s talk some more.