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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.

BOC Home Loan Singapore Review 2019 – Which Mortgage to Choose from BOC
Home Loans
BOC Home Loan Singapore Review 2019 – Which Mortgage to Choose from BOC
When looking for a home loan, BOC isn’t the most obvious choice. They’re still very much a niche home loan provider in Singapore, since they do not c...
8 October 2019
Citibank Home Loan Singapore Review 2019 - Which Mortgage to Choose from Citibank
Home Loans
Citibank Home Loan Singapore Review 2019 - Which Mortgage to Choose from Citibank
Buying a home is a momentous occasion. It could mean a ceremonious upgrading to your dream home, finally getting to move out of your parents’ home, or...
7 October 2019
IG Knock-outs – Here’s How IG’s New Product Can Help Traders to Better Manage Risk
Invest
IG Knock-outs – Here’s How IG’s New Product Can Help Traders to Better Manage Risk
This post was written in collaboration with IG. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrit...
4 October 2019
What Does a Property Lawyer Do When You're Buying a House in Singapore
Property
What Does a Property Lawyer Do When You're Buying a House in Singapore
As if your property purchase wasn’t expensive enough, you also need to fork out a few thousand dollars to hire a property lawyer. But guess what, you...
4 October 2019
Transportation in Singapore For Tourists — Guide to The Best & Cheapest Means To Get Around In Singapore
Travel
Transportation in Singapore For Tourists — Guide to The Best & Cheapest Means To Get Around In Singapore
It’s no surprise that cost is often a key concern of tourists to Singapore, especially those who have been travelling in more affordable neighbouring...
26 September 2019
MAS's New Regulations on FX Trading and How This May Impact Traders
Invest
MAS's New Regulations on FX Trading and How This May Impact Traders
This post was written in collaboration with IG. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrit...
20 September 2019
Making Relationship Banking and Wealth Management Accessible to Start Your Wealth Journey
Priority Banking
Making Relationship Banking and Wealth Management Accessible to Start Your Wealth Journey
This post was written in collaboration with UOB. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integri...
20 September 2019
Best CIMB Credit Cards in Singapore - Credit Card Reviews 2020
Credit Cards
Best CIMB Credit Cards in Singapore - Credit Card Reviews 2020
Let’s all be honest and admit that CIMB isn’t exactly the most glamorous bank out there, especially when it comes to credit cards meant to impress peo...
20 September 2019
Suspect That You Have STD Symptoms? Cost of STD Tests & Clinics in Singapore
Healthcare
Suspect That You Have STD Symptoms? Cost of STD Tests & Clinics in Singapore
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are not exactly the most appetising topic to debate at the dinner table, and usually elicit an “eww” before someo...
19 September 2019
Common Misconceptions First Time Homebuyers Have When It Comes To Buying an HDB Flat
Property
Common Misconceptions First Time Homebuyers Have When It Comes To Buying an HDB Flat
This post was written in collaboration with MND. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integri...
18 September 2019