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Articles by Joanne Poh

In my previous life, I was a property lawyer who spent most of my time struggling to get out of bed or stuck in peak hour traffic. These days, as a freelance commercial writer, I work in bed, on the beach, in parks and at cafes, all while being really frugal. I like helping other people save money so they can stop living lives they don't like.

MoneySmart Christmas Gift Guide: 10 Meaningful & Affordable Gift Ideas
Shopping
MoneySmart Christmas Gift Guide: 10 Meaningful & Affordable Gift Ideas
If you’re going to spend money on a Christmas gift, it should at least be a little more meaningful than a Precious Moments mug or The Body Shop gift s...
12 December 2020
5 Basic Insurance Policies To Consider Buying in Singapore
Health Insurance
5 Basic Insurance Policies To Consider Buying in Singapore
If 2020 has taught us anything, it is that there are many events that are out of our control, some of them potentially expensive. That’s why insurance...
9 December 2020
Guide to Health Insurance in Singapore for Foreigners (Expats & Dependents)
Health Insurance
Guide to Health Insurance in Singapore for Foreigners (Expats & Dependents)
As an expat in Singapore, you should consider buying health insurance if you find yourself in one of the following situations: You already have an...
19 November 2020
5 Top International Health Insurance Plans in Singapore 2021
Health Insurance
5 Top International Health Insurance Plans in Singapore 2021
If there’s one thing the COVID-19 pandemic has taught us, it’s that health is fragile. If you’re an expat who's still relying on your employee insuran...
19 November 2020
5 Best VR Headsets in Singapore: Oculus Quest, Sony Playstation, HTC Vive & More
Entertainment
5 Best VR Headsets in Singapore: Oculus Quest, Sony Playstation, HTC Vive & More
Lots of people have VR headsets on their Christmas wish lists this year, and for good reason.  That VR headset will not only take your gaming hobby t...
18 November 2020
6 Best Book Subscriptions in Singapore for Kids & Adults
Shopping
6 Best Book Subscriptions in Singapore for Kids & Adults
Smelling the pages of musty library books is one of the greatest pleasures in life, but that hasn’t stopped readers from branching out and discovering...
17 November 2020
Raffles Shield Integrated Shield Plan Review 2021
Health Insurance
Raffles Shield Integrated Shield Plan Review 2021
Raffles Health Insurance is one of the lesser known insurers in Singapore, but they are actually one of 7 insurers offering Integrated Shield plans....
16 November 2020
Singapore’s Minimum Wage vs Progressive Wage Model: What’s the Debate About?
Career
Singapore’s Minimum Wage vs Progressive Wage Model: What’s the Debate About?
There's been a lively debate in Parliament this year over Singapore's minimum wage (or lack thereof). The minimum wage is the lowest salary that emplo...
13 November 2020
Singapore Hong Kong Travel Bubble: What are the Rules & Hidden Costs?
Travel
Singapore Hong Kong Travel Bubble: What are the Rules & Hidden Costs?
Waiting with bated breath for that moment when we can flock to Changi Airport and go on overseas holidays once again? Then the recent news that travel...
11 November 2020
Prudential PRUShield Integrated Shield Plan Review 2021
Health Insurance
Prudential PRUShield Integrated Shield Plan Review 2021
When you get sick, the main thing you should be concerned about is getting well, not the price of your hospital bill. That’s why you should get medica...
10 November 2020