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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.

How Do MLMs in Singapore Work? 5 Red Flags to Watch Out for
Career
How Do MLMs in Singapore Work? 5 Red Flags to Watch Out for
A long lost friend contacts you out of the blue and asks you out for coffee. You accept, jumping at the chance to rekindle an old friendship. But as t...
22 May 2019
8 Most Cost-Efficient Cafes to Work at in Singapore with Free Wi-Fi and Power Points
Budgeting
8 Most Cost-Efficient Cafes to Work at in Singapore with Free Wi-Fi and Power Points
The students hogging seats at Starbucks aren’t the only ones who need to get work done. More and more Singaporeans are now working remotely or freelan...
21 May 2019
Getting a Probate Lawyer in Singapore - What Exactly Do They Do and How Much Do They Cost?
Family
Getting a Probate Lawyer in Singapore - What Exactly Do They Do and How Much Do They Cost?
This post was written in collaboration with PKWA Law. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial in...
19 May 2019
My Resale Flat Journey: A Change of Scenery After More Than 20 Years
Property
My Resale Flat Journey: A Change of Scenery After More Than 20 Years
This post was written in collaboration with HDB. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integri...
15 May 2019
How Much Does It Cost To Own a Boat or a Yacht in Singapore?
High Life
How Much Does It Cost To Own a Boat or a Yacht in Singapore?
Cruising the seas on a yacht is the ultimate in luxury, as those folks with their very own super yachts berthed at Sentosa Cove’s marina would know.
15 May 2019
5 Ways to Earn Side Income from Home in Singapore Without Putting in Much Effort
Budgeting
5 Ways to Earn Side Income from Home in Singapore Without Putting in Much Effort
The idea of having a side income appeals to just about every Singaporean, because after all, you can never have too much money. But once you actually...
14 May 2019
5 Overseas Properties You Could Get For The Price of a HDB BTO flat
Property
5 Overseas Properties You Could Get For The Price of a HDB BTO flat
Singaporeans often complain about the high price of properties, but are homes here really as expensive as they are made out to be, compared to neighbo...
14 May 2019
Getting a Divorce Lawyer in Singapore - How Much They Cost and What They Do For You
Family
Getting a Divorce Lawyer in Singapore - How Much They Cost and What They Do For You
This post was written in collaboration with PKWA Law. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial in...
12 May 2019
Open Energy Market (OEM) Myths and Misconceptions - What Singaporeans Need to Know
Budgeting
Open Energy Market (OEM) Myths and Misconceptions - What Singaporeans Need to Know
The launch of the Open Electricity Market is one of the best things to hit Singapore this year. That’s because each and every Singaporean can benefit...
1 May 2019
Yoga Teacher Training Singapore: How Much Does it Cost to Become a Yoga Teacher?
Career
Yoga Teacher Training Singapore: How Much Does it Cost to Become a Yoga Teacher?
More Singaporeans are leaving their soul sucking corporate jobs in search of inner peace and a more meaningful career. Judging by the number of yoga t...
26 April 2019