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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.

singlife claim rare cancer disease
Life Insurance
What Happens When You Have To Make A Claim For A Rare Cancer Disease?
This post was written in collaboration with SingLife. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrity and review products with the same objective...
maybank credit card singapore 2018
Credit Cards
Best Maybank Credit Cards in Singapore – Credit Card Reviews 2020
Boycott Malaysia all you like, but the fact remains that Malaysian banks like Maybank and CIMB are known for offering good deals when it comes to credit cards, bank accounts...
5 September 2019
environmentally friendly ways to save money
Entertainment
10 Everyday Things Singaporeans Should Do to Save The Environment (& Save Money Too)
Ever wondered why Singapore today seems a lot hotter than it was when you were little? Well, it’s not your imagination. Not only is Singapore indeed getting hotter, temperatures are...
5 September 2019
p2p lending singapore
Invest
P2P Lending Singapore: What Is It & Which Peer to Peer Lending Platforms Should You Choose?
P2P lending stands for peer-to-peer lending, which is one form of high-risk investment. You can lend certain amounts to borrowers, which can range from SMEs to individual projects via online...
4 September 2019
crowdfunding in Singpaore
Budgeting
Crowdfunding Singapore Guide – 8 Crowdfunding Platforms & Guidelines to Know
Recently, more and more Singaporeans have been turning to crowdfunding to foot their medical bills*. (We’re not sure if this was the government’s idea of self-reliance when they conceptualised our...
3 September 2019
social enterprises to do good while shopping
Shopping
7 Social Enterprises Where You Can Do Good While You Shop in Singapore
The reason the Great Singapore Workout never got taken seriously, other than the fact it looks ridiculous, is that Singapore already has a national sport—shopping. Think running a marathon is...
8 August 2019
healthy food singapore
Budgeting
7 Simple Tips for Eating Healthy on a Budget in Singapore
I’ve never thought Singaporeans looked particularly unhealthy. After all, most people seem to be on the lean side, and many are positively twig-like. But as it turns out, despite the...
7 August 2019
dollardex investment brokerage
Invest
dollarDex Investment Brokerage Review: Should you invest with Aviva’s dollarDEX?
NOTE: Aviva is now Singlife with Aviva You’ve probably heard of Aviva, the insurance company. But what does it have to do with investing? Well, Aviva has its own online...
6 August 2019
senior citizen discounts singapore
Budgeting
11 Types of Senior Citizen Discounts in Singapore from Groceries to Phone Plans (2019)
Getting older doesn’t mean getting less awesome. In fact, if you live in Singapore, becoming a senior citizen means you suddenly gain access to a whole bunch of discounts that...
6 August 2019
fsmone supermart
Invest
FSMOne: Fundsupermart’s Investment Brokerage Tool Review
Making money on the stock market sure sounds a lot more fun than sitting behind a desk every day and waiting till your boss transfers your salary to you at...
5 August 2019
air miles free london
Travel
How Many KrisFlyer Miles Does it Take to Fly Economy or Business to London, Paris, Tokyo and New York?
In theory, amassing frequent flyer miles which you can then spend on free flights sounds like the perfect plan. But after years of painstakingly collecting air miles, you discover that...
30 July 2019
van rental lorry rental in singapore
Budgeting
Cheap Lorry & Van Rental Singapore: Price List of 3 Commercial Vehicle Rental Companies
Lorry or van rental is sometimes a necessity, such as when you are moving house, have a special event you need to set up equipment for or simply need to...
26 July 2019
national day promotions 2019
Entertainment
Singapore National Day Promotions 2019: Celebrate With 10 Special Discounts & Deals
National Day is coming up, and in true Singapore-style, what better way to celebrate than with a good discount? Here are 9 National Day 2019 promotions that will temporarily make...
23 July 2019
singtel business broadband
Business
Here’s How You Can Optimise Your Office Internet Experience with Singtel Business Broadband
This post was written in collaboration with Singtel. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrity and review products with the same objective...
fwd international health insurance
Health Insurance
FWD’s International Health Insurance – Changing the Game for Health Coverage Around the World
This post was written in collaboration with FWD. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrity and review products with the same objective...
singtel apple product savings
Budgeting
Here’s How You Can Save More When You Buy Apple Products with Singtel
This post was written in collaboration with Singtel. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrity and review products with the same objective...
working for charity and ngo singapore
Career
Working for Charities & NGOs in Singapore: Openings, Skill Sets & Salaries
Ever found yourself wondering just how your dead-end office job is making the world a better place? Chances are, the only thing you’re doing is making some corporation richer—a corporation...
15 July 2019
Short term rental singapore
Property
Short Term Rental in Singapore: Guide For Tenants And Landlords
Renting in Singapore isn’t easy, and not only because of the sky high rents. Renting is strictly regulated in Singapore, and the rules are even stricter when it comes to...
12 July 2019
mom retrenchment singapore
Career
What Are The MOM Retrenchment Benefits in Singapore? Read If You Think You Might Be Retrenched Soon
In the life cycle of a typical Singapore employee, a youth spent hustling and climbing the career ladder often ends in retrenchment in middle age, and ends in driving a...
12 July 2019
buildings under construction progressive payment scheme
Property
Progressive Payment Scheme for Buildings Under Construction (BUC) Private Properties: How Does It Work?
Singaporeans are always looking towards the future. When people buy a new home, very often it has not been built yet. So, the buyer signs the sales and purchase agreement...
11 July 2019
japanese shabu shabu hotpot buffet
Dining
Japanese Shabu Shabu Singapore: Prices of Japanese Hot Pot (2019)
A true lover of Japanese food knows that sushi is far from the only thing to eat. Shabu shabu, or Japanese nabemono hotpot, is super popular not only for the...
10 July 2019
keep house loan singapore
Home Loans
3 Reasons You Shouldn’t Pay Off Your Home Loan ASAP But Refinance Instead
For many people, being chained to a property loan is like being in prison. Forget about quitting your job or going on an unpaid sabbatical, because there are home loan...
8 July 2019
sushi buffets singapore
Dining
Cheap Sushi Buffets Singapore Under $50 Nett Per Pax For All-You-Can-Eat Sashimi and Sushi (2019)
There’s a reason Singaporeans make a beeline for the seafood section at every buffet. Good, fresh seafood is expensive and hard to come by, so why not get your money’s...
5 July 2019
free yoga classes singapore
Fitness & Beauty
5 Places to Attend Free Yoga Classes in Singapore (Yes Really Free!)
Yoga is supposed to help you find peace and serenity, but the prices of some of the yoga classes in Singapore are enough to give even the most zenned out...
3 July 2019
rent or sell property
Property
Should You Buy or Rent Your Next Home in Singapore?
Are you thinking whether to buy or rent a home? Well, there is a reason the overwhelming majority of Singaporeans choose to live with their parents until they’re married—the right...
2 July 2019