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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.

Can’t Find Content You Love? Try Singtel CAST for Non-Stop Entertainment From Only $4.90/Month
Budgeting
Can’t Find Content You Love? Try Singtel CAST for Non-Stop Entertainment From Only $4.90/Month
This post was written in collaboration with Singtel. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial int...
1 November 2019
Cheap Chalets Singapore (2019) – Downtown East, Changi and SAFRA Chalet Booking from $103 Per Night
Entertainment
Cheap Chalets Singapore (2019) – Downtown East, Changi and SAFRA Chalet Booking from $103 Per Night
Hands up those of you with fond memories of June or December holidays spent staying at a chalet in Singapore, whiling away the afternoons cycling at E...
31 October 2019
Dental Clinics in Johor Bahru: How Much Can You Save By Going Across The Border?
Healthcare
Dental Clinics in Johor Bahru: How Much Can You Save By Going Across The Border?
Dental care in Singapore is expensive, so Singaporeans are going to dental clinics in Johor Bahru to get scaling, polishing, root canals and crowns done.
29 October 2019
What Is the Difference Between Traditional CFDs and Knock-Outs?
Invest
What Is the Difference Between Traditional CFDs and Knock-Outs?
This post was written in collaboration with IG. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrit...
23 October 2019
8 Alternative Wedding Venues in Singapore That Don't Cost A Bomb (2019)
Wedding
8 Alternative Wedding Venues in Singapore That Don't Cost A Bomb (2019)
If we’re going to be totally honest, hotel wedding venues in Singapore are a snore for everyone but the happy couple. In between the Powerpoint presen...
21 October 2019
7 Dim Sum Buffets Singapore From $15 Per Pax — Best Promotions & Prices (2019)
Dining
7 Dim Sum Buffets Singapore From $15 Per Pax — Best Promotions & Prices (2019)
There’s nothing more Chinese than gathering around a round table and indulging in little pots of dim sum. And dim sum buffets make it possible for all...
18 October 2019
Offline vs Online Retail: Here’s How These Singaporean Companies Struck a Balance to Benefit Consumers
Business
Offline vs Online Retail: Here’s How These Singaporean Companies Struck a Balance to Benefit Consumers
This post was written in collaboration with Singtel. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial int...
16 October 2019
Is Managing Risk Really That Hard For Average Investors?
Invest
Is Managing Risk Really That Hard For Average Investors?
This post was written in collaboration with IG. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrit...
15 October 2019
HSBC Home Loan Review Singapore 2019 – Which Mortgage to Choose from HSBC
Home Loans
HSBC Home Loan Review Singapore 2019 – Which Mortgage to Choose from HSBC
HSBC isn’t one of the big boys like DBS or OCBC, so many people overlook them when searching for a home loan. But they’re actually aggressively pushi...
8 October 2019
Maybank Home Loan Singapore Review 2019 – Which Mortgage to Choose from Maybank
Home Loans
Maybank Home Loan Singapore Review 2019 – Which Mortgage to Choose from Maybank
Maybank home loan packages are the only ones in the market which are all pegged to an internal board rate called the Singapore Residential Financing R...
8 October 2019