In the world, only 33% of adults have adequate knowledge about house purchase and financial freedom, according to the Consultative, Scientific and Technological Forum, a problem that can be avoided from an early age.
According to the real estate digital Neximo, childhood represents a fundamental period that determines and influences the development of future adults.
Within the framework of the celebration of the Children’s DayIt is important to remember that receiving valuable information and knowledge at this stage of life will help minors have greater clarity and develop good practices, habits and skills as the years go by.
According to the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (Inegi), 30% of the country’s population is made up of children, who at some point will become adults.
In this regard, Karim Goudiaby, founder and CEO of Neximo, mentioned that there are several areas for improvement in the financial education of children, which in most cases is nil.
“Putting significant information into their hands on these aspects is essential for good personal and social development and, in the long term, for improvement in their quality of life,” said the expert.
Faced with such a scenario, the manager remarked that, in the real estateadults can find valuable lessons for the little ones, such as:
Savings and financial education as a habit. Teaching good financial habits and saving skills will help kids manage their money wisely and have a better chance of building wealth.
In addition, having financial health is an essential element when acquiring or rent a propertya fact about which they should be educated from a young age, preparing them for future challenges.
Property care. Involving children in the process of care, cleaning, maintenance and restoration of a property (from mowing the lawn, painting, accompanying the purchase of necessary materials) will show them the amount of time, effort and money that any property needs.
The value of an estate. It is important to know from childhood that having your own roof gives you a feeling of security and confidence. On the other hand, acquiring real estate (be it a house, apartment or land) can also represent a source of income generation.
“Knowing the step-by-step on how to acquire an estate, what is a mortgage, what is an income or how interest rates work, will present them with a broader picture, an invaluable lesson,” said Goudiaby.
Finally, the specialist highlighted that the learning that can be acquired from childhood is, in addition to being enriching, it is a necessity in the face of rreal estate quality so changing and opens up a world of possibilities.
“In addition to celebrating with the little ones, this Children’s Day it should be a reminder about teaching them financial habits and involving them in significant moments in life such as acquiring, renting and maintaining a property, lessons that will prepare them to make better decisions in the future”, concluded the director of Neximo.
