Financial Education

Introduction: Why Money Systems Matter More Than Motivation Many young professionals try to build their financial life using willpower alone. They promise themselves they will save more next year, invest more when their salary increases, spend less when life gets calmer, and finally get serious about planning once they feel ready. The problem is that motivation fades. Life gets busy. New responsibilities appear. Expenses increase. Without structure, even the most ambitious yo

If you are currently invested in the market or thinking about getting started, you have probably come across the debate between two main approaches: active investing and passive investing. Many retail investors struggle with this question. They often make a decision without fully understanding what each approach requires or what it means for their money. Today, we will define both terms and explore the advantages and disadvantages that come with each one. What Is Active Inves

Investing sometimes feels like it is a complicated task. Every day, markets shift by the second, headlines flood our feeds, and opinions come from every direction. At Aglaos, we believe that with the right structure and education, anyone can learn to invest confidently. The Aglaos DIY Investment Roadmap is designed to give you a clear path toward understanding and managing your own investments at your own pace. It brings together essential information, tools, and steps that e

What comes to mind when you hear the words financial freedom  as a young adult in your 20s? Or as young professional in your 30s. Perhaps you have just graduated from college and secured a new job. Congratulations. Or maybe you chose a different path: you’re self-employed, work in the entertainment industry, or earn a living through another field. Or perhaps you have been in the workforce for a few years. Regardless of your background, let us assume you are in your 20s/30s an

Anyone who is building wealth or managing personal finances has heard about investing. Even people who don’t follow the news closely are often exposed to headlines like “the market is crashing” or “the market is going up.” Much has been written about investing—entire books cover the subject—but for someone new to the financial world, investing does not have to be complicated. In fact, it can be explained in a simple and practical way. What is investing? At its core, investin

In today’s world, nearly every aspect of life is tied to money. Your job determines your income, your home and car come at a cost, the food you eat and the electricity you use must be paid for, and even your physical health is closely linked to your financial resources. Because money touches almost everything, knowing how to manage it effectively is essential. This is where financial planning comes in. But what exactly is financial planning, and what does it involve? At its c