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Articles by Maria Krisette Lim

Maria Krisette Capati-Lim is a contributing writer at MoneySmart for five years. With an extensive background in the intersections of digital marketing, technology, lifestyle and personal finance, she believes that learning is a lifetime pursuit to become better ever day. When she's not writing, she's either checking her income and expenses on a spreadsheet, swing trading some crypto, or tinkering with her personal websites.

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Travel
10 Exciting Activities You Didn’t Know You Could Do on Singapore Cruises
Forget the cramped seats and bland meals of first-class air travel. The pinnacle of luxury and comfort isn’t in the skies—it’s on the open sea. Imagine not just a seat...
6 September 2024
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Travel Insurance
DBS Travel Insurance—MoneySmart Review 2024
DBS TravellerShield Plus is a top choice for travel insurance in Singapore, especially for DBS and POSB customers. It’s super convenient to buy, making it a popular pick. Why? Well,...
24 August 2024
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Travel Insurance
UOB Travel Insurance—MoneySmart Review 2024
Typically, when we talk about travel insurance, names like NTUC, MSIG, and FWD dominate the conversation. But here’s another one that you might not expect: UOB travel insurance. Admittedly, I’ve...
23 August 2024
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Entertainment
10 TV Streaming Services in Singapore: Netflix, Disney Plus & More
Life is boring without TV streaming services. As a mom of a 2-year-old toddler, my saving grace is having “me time” after a day’s worth of writing tasks, house chores,...
16 August 2024
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Budgeting
Top 5 Books to Read if You Want to Build Wealth and Stay Wealthy (With Insights and Quotes)
Did you know Warren Buffet spends 80% of his work time reading and thinking? Reading isn’t just for him, we can still build that habit. It’s like a workout for...
4 July 2024
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Credit Cards
How to Cancel Credit Cards in Singapore Quickly and Stress-free
Perhaps that enticing welcome gift promotion from a major bank doesn’t excite you anymore, and your annual fee waiver negotiation rituals won’t budge. Maybe those discretionary purchases spiked up because...
23 May 2024
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Opinion
How to Help Someone Who Repeatedly Falls for Scams: It’s Not Just a Money Issue, It’s a Psychological One
Have you been scammed before? If it’s a resounding yes, then shame is the dominant feeling you’ve felt immediately. “Why didn’t I see that coming?” You sighed. But what if...
20 May 2024
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Budgeting
What is Cashier’s Order in Singapore: A Comprehensive Guide
Did you know that despite Singapore’s reputation as one of the safest places in the world, you’re not immune to the cunning tactics of scammers looking for easy money? It’s...
21 March 2024