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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.

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
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