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Articles by Caleb Leong

Travelling the world and getting involved in cross-cultural works is Caleb's passion. Freelance digital marketing and content writing is a way for him to express himself creatively while earning his keep. He unwinds by diving into a variety of music genres. Living in a digitally disrupted world, he'd like to offer a different perspective on finances to show people the possibilities of what goes beyond a typical “Singaporean life”.

9 Best Credit Cards in Singapore for Overseas Spending (2024)
Credit Cards
9 Best Credit Cards in Singapore for Overseas Spending (2024)
Travelling abroad this year? Make sure you have the right credit card to maximise rewards and minimise fees. With numerous options available, it can b...
19 March 2024
The Dummies Guide to Buying an Engagement Ring in Singapore
Entertainment
The Dummies Guide to Buying an Engagement Ring in Singapore
Buying an engagement ring? From the right design to the 4Cs of a diamond, there's lots to get right. Start here with our ultimate engagement ring guide.
14 February 2024
A Guide to Mental Wellness Insurance & Financial Support: Can You Get Covered for Anxiety & Depression?
Health Insurance
A Guide to Mental Wellness Insurance & Financial Support: Can You Get Covered for Anxiety & Depression?
Mental health has long been a topic gaining more awareness and attention in Singapore. In 2023, 56.6% of Singaporeans have sought out professional hel...
30 January 2024
What You Need to Know About The New GST Rate From Jan 2024—Which Businesses Are Absorbing the Extra GST?
Shopping
What You Need to Know About The New GST Rate From Jan 2024—Which Businesses Are Absorbing the Extra GST?
Living in Singapore has just gotten costlier with the Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate leaping from 7% to 8% last year and then again to 9% starting...
16 January 2024
Ever Heard of "Soft Saving"? Here’s Why Gen Zs are Obsessed With It
Opinion
Ever Heard of "Soft Saving"? Here’s Why Gen Zs are Obsessed With It
In Singapore, it’s ingrained in our DNA to plan long-term—especially when it comes to our finances. Well, it’s mainly driven by the fact that we live...
9 January 2024
"Can You Take Out a Loan to Invest?": We Rate Advice From Reddit
Invest
"Can You Take Out a Loan to Invest?": We Rate Advice From Reddit
Taking out a loan to buy assets can be necessary and beneficial in certain situations, such as starting a business or purchasing a home. In Singapore,...
5 January 2024
Singapore Companies Which Went Public in 2023: How Are They Doing?
Invest
Singapore Companies Which Went Public in 2023: How Are They Doing?
2023 has been a rollercoaster for Singapore's Initial Public Offering (IPO) market, with more dips than climbs. The numbers tell a stark story: a 95%...
28 December 2023
All This Technology, And We Still Haven’t Found a Way to Stop Ticket Scams in Singapore?
Entertainment
All This Technology, And We Still Haven’t Found a Way to Stop Ticket Scams in Singapore?
Recently, Singapore has been living up to its name as SINGapore. Every A-lister is holding their concert here.  As the sole Southeast Asian stop, Sing...
6 September 2023
Are We In A Schrödinger's Recession? Understanding The Dual Reality of Recovery and Recession In Singapore
Opinion
Are We In A Schrödinger's Recession? Understanding The Dual Reality of Recovery and Recession In Singapore
Everyone’s been walking on a tightrope. Nobody is certain if we are truly in a recession yet even though we have been bracing for it. When you look at...
2 August 2023
What Netflix's Beef Teaches Us About Money, Investments, and Budgeting
Opinion
What Netflix's Beef Teaches Us About Money, Investments, and Budgeting
A near accident in a parking lot turns into a viral road rage and property destruction. No, this isn't a summary of some viral dashcam footage circula...
30 May 2023