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Articles by Lynnette Goh

Spoilt kid turned free-spirit, I’ve struggled finding and funding myself taking a road less travelled. These days, I enjoy writing lifestyle topics that bring value to life and its future, injecting humour to otherwise boring topics. Who said personal finance can’t be fun? In my free time, you can find me chasing American dramas, and having the occasional glass of wine over conversations with friends.

4 Surprising Ways Good Parenting Can Lead to Bad Money Values
Family
4 Surprising Ways Good Parenting Can Lead to Bad Money Values
When I was in my teenage years, I used to argue with my parents whenever they opposed my plans of getting that (admittedly shitty) temp job, choosing...
13 October 2017
5 Shocking Lessons You'll Learn During Your First 2 Years of Work
Career
5 Shocking Lessons You'll Learn During Your First 2 Years of Work
It’s been almost 3 years since I graduated as a marketing major. Not counting my internships and the miscellaneous job hopping, I’ve been working for...
25 September 2017
HDB 3Gen Flats - 5 Things You Need To Know Before Buying One
Property
HDB 3Gen Flats - 5 Things You Need To Know Before Buying One
In a world where land space is precious and houses are becoming increasingly smaller, we Singaporeans are always struggling to find ways to afford big...
12 September 2017
Here's Why Location Won't Matter As Much in The Future When Buying a Home in Singapore
Property
Here's Why Location Won't Matter As Much in The Future When Buying a Home in Singapore
Location, location, location. It's no secret that Singaporeans prioritise convenience, especially when choosing the location of our home. I remember h...
4 September 2017
Home Loans: All the Crazy Jargon Bankers Like to Use, Explained in Simple English
Home Loans
Home Loans: All the Crazy Jargon Bankers Like to Use, Explained in Simple English
Sometimes adulting can be really difficult. Especially when we’re trying to get a home in Singapore and we know zilch about the terms used in home loa...
23 August 2017
Getting Married? Here's Something To Consider When Planning Your Finances
Savings Accounts
Getting Married? Here's Something To Consider When Planning Your Finances
You’ve already found THE ONE and you’re planning to start a life together. But alas! You and your beloved discuss how to divide the household expenses...
16 August 2017
5 Ways to Save On A Resale Flat Renovation
Property
5 Ways to Save On A Resale Flat Renovation
Social media these days are awash with beautiful pictures of people, homes and what not. It’s no wonder then, that Singaporeans have increasing expect...
15 August 2017
Amazon in Singapore: Why Is It Such a Big Deal
Shopping
Amazon in Singapore: Why Is It Such a Big Deal
Amazon‘s Prime Now service launched a few weeks ago in Singapore, and they had a rough start. Their delivery services were falling behind, and initial...
15 August 2017
Want to Fly Business Class to Osaka or New York? This Promotion Could Help You Do Just That
Travel
Want to Fly Business Class to Osaka or New York? This Promotion Could Help You Do Just That
Singaporeans reportedly work the longest hours in the world. But we also travel so often that Bangkok is now introducing passport scanners for us. Can...
10 August 2017
Here's Why You'd Be Silly to Not Get Personal Accident Insurance in Singapore
PA Insurance
Here's Why You'd Be Silly to Not Get Personal Accident Insurance in Singapore
Contrary to popular belief, personal accident insurance coverage isn’t just for risky jobs. In fact, if you haven’t already read what you need to know...
25 July 2017