Why Most People Delay Investing — And How to Fix It Today ?
Why Most People Delay Investing — And How to Fix It Today ?
By Admin
26Jul,2025
1. Why Most People Delay Investing — And How to Fix It Today ?
“I’ll start investing next month.” “It’s too complicated.” “I don’t have enough money right now.”
If you’ve said this to yourself, you're not alone. At ProShield
Invest, we’ve seen this pattern often — people delay investing for months
or even years, and in the process, lose the most valuable asset they have: time.
In this blog, we’ll explore why people put off investing,
what it actually costs them, and how to take the first confident step —
starting today.
🚫 Why Do People Delay
Investing?
1. Thinking You Need a Lot of Money
Most people believe you need ₹50,000 or ₹1 lakh to begin. In
reality, you can start a SIP with just ₹500. Delaying because you're
waiting to "earn more" only sets you back further.
2. Lack of Financial Knowledge
“I don’t understand markets, mutual funds, or risk.”
That’s okay — you don’t need to be an expert. But delaying because you’re
unsure can stop your wealth from growing altogether.
3. Fear of Loss
Many new investors fear losing money — especially after
hearing stories of market crashes. But not investing is a guaranteed loss,
because inflation reduces your savings’ value every year.
4. Analysis Paralysis
With so many investment options (stocks, FDs, mutual funds,
SIPs), people freeze. They spend months “researching” and make no move at all.
5. Procrastination & False Priorities
It’s easy to delay what doesn’t feel urgent — like
retirement, child’s education, or wealth planning. But later becomes never if
you’re not careful.
💸 What Does Delaying
Really Cost You?
Let’s say you planned to invest ₹5,000 per month but
delayed it by 5 years.
Investment Period
Monthly SIP
Corpus @ 12% CAGR
30 Years
₹5,000
₹1.76 Crores
25 Years (Delayed by 5 yrs)
₹5,000
₹1 Crore
📉 That’s a loss of ₹76+
lakhs — just by waiting 5 years!
🔔Time is more
powerful than money. Start early, even with small amounts.
✅ How to Fix It — Start Investing
Today
✔️ 1. Start Small — But Start
Don’t wait for a huge lump sum. Begin with ₹500–₹2,000 SIPs
in well-rated mutual funds.
✔️ 2. Get Professional Guidance
Don’t waste months learning everything. At ProShield
Invest, we help you:
Understand
your goals
Match
investments to timelines
Set
up SIPs and monitor them
Adjust
for risk and return, as you grow
✔️ 3. Automate Your Wealth
Automate your SIPs — so money gets invested each month
without thinking. Let discipline work for you.
✔️ 4. Focus on Goals, Not
Headlines
Markets rise and fall. But your goal-based plan keeps
you on track. Let us help build it.
🛡️ How ProShield Invest
Makes It Simple
We specialize in investment management for individuals
and families who want to grow wealth without the stress.
With ProShield, you get:
A dedicated
advisor who understands your life stage
Customized
investment plans based on your income & goals