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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.

Logitech, Razer, Microsoft And More – 8 Best Wireless Mouse For Work And Play
Budgeting
Logitech, Razer, Microsoft And More – 8 Best Wireless Mouse For Work And Play
Working from home or remote work is going to be a lot more prevalent now that Covid-19 has rewritten our future. Rather than spending more time workin...
25 August 2020
Vaccination In Singapore – A Guide To Costs And Government Subsidies
Healthcare
Vaccination In Singapore – A Guide To Costs And Government Subsidies
As the world waits with bated breath for the COVID-19 vaccine that will save us all, here’s a gentle reminder that COVID-19 isn’t the only disease tha...
20 August 2020
HSBC Visa Platinum Credit Card – MoneySmart Review (2020)
Credit Cards
HSBC Visa Platinum Credit Card – MoneySmart Review (2020)
So many credit cards seem to be designed for bragging rights, but not the HSBC Visa Platinum Credit Card. The card is targeted at families, so don’t e...
18 August 2020
DBS Esso Card – MoneySmart Review (2020)
Credit Cards
DBS Esso Card – MoneySmart Review (2020)
Do you turn to The Tiger when you need to fill up your tank with black gold? Loyal customers of Esso can get rewarded for fuel purchases with the DBS...
17 August 2020
DBS Takashimaya American Express Card – MoneySmart Review 2020
Credit Cards
DBS Takashimaya American Express Card – MoneySmart Review 2020
The iconic Ngee Ann City at Orchard Road is one of those shopping malls that’s truly stood the test of time even as others have floundered. Its anchor...
14 August 2020
Standard Chartered Spree Card – MoneySmart Review (2020)
Credit Cards
Standard Chartered Spree Card – MoneySmart Review (2020)
Does walking through your favourite shopping mall set your heart aflutter? Then you might as well get some cashback from your shopping sprees. There a...
13 August 2020
HDB BTO August 2020 launch in mature estates – Geylang, Bishan, Pasir Ris, Ang Mo Kio and Tampines
Property
HDB BTO August 2020 launch in mature estates – Geylang, Bishan, Pasir Ris, Ang Mo Kio and Tampines
This year, Singaporeans anxious to buy their own homes have had to wait a little longer. Due to COVID-19, HDB’s BTO launches for May were postponed to...
12 August 2020
HDB BTO August 2020 launches in non-mature estates — Tengah, Choa Chu Kang and Woodlands
Property
HDB BTO August 2020 launches in non-mature estates — Tengah, Choa Chu Kang and Woodlands
Spending so much time at home with your parents during the circuit breaker might have strengthened your resolve to get your own place. Well, with a bu...
12 August 2020
Standard Chartered MANHATTAN World Mastercard – MoneySmart Review 2020
Credit Cards
Standard Chartered MANHATTAN World Mastercard – MoneySmart Review 2020
The Standard Chartered MANHATTAN World Mastercard has been around a long time — from the days when it was too expensive for most Singaporeans to holid...
4 August 2020
Staycation in Singapore 2020 – Approved Hotels by STB and Available Promotions
Travel
Staycation in Singapore 2020 – Approved Hotels by STB and Available Promotions
Thanks to the ban on non-essential travel and of course the fear of catching COVID-19 on the road, many of us are feeling trapped. The good news is t...
31 July 2020