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Articles by Meredith Woo

I've always been a champion of saving money where I can, and gathering the best lobangs (deals) to help me in doing so. But I'm no penny pincher, especially when it comes to practicalities like saving time and not sacrificing basic comfort.

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Life Insurance
Group Insurance Plans: Why These Could Be A Good Value-for-Money First Insurance Policy & Are You Eligible?
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...
Aviva CareShield Life supplement My Long Term Care disability insurance
Health Insurance
Living With A Disability: A Singaporean Family’s Story & How They Coped With the Costs
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...
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Shopping
New Benefits Alert: Connect Your FairPrice App to Your Plus! Account to Enjoy Sweeter Rewards & Easier Ways to Earn LinkPoints
This post was written in collaboration with NTUC FairPrice. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrity and review products with the same objective...
Hugo Save WealthCare Buddy Turn Savings into Gold
Budgeting
We Tried New Savings App Hugo for a Week & This is How Our Spare Change Literally Turned into Gold
This post was written in collaboration with Hugo. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrity and review products with the same objective...
Tiger Brokers Singapore - stock trading app - trade options
Invest
Getting Started With Options: 3 Things to Know
This post was written in collaboration with Tiger Brokers Singapore. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrity and review products with the...
Tokio Marine Life Insurance Singapore - par fund investment performance
Life Insurance
Caps of Illustrative Investment Returns for Par Policies Lowered from 1 July: What We Need to Know Before Overthinking Things
The Life Insurance Association, Singapore (LIA Singapore) recently announced that caps of illustrative investment returns used in policy illustrations for participating (par) policies (SGD) will be lowered by the life...
12 July 2021
DBS Esso Card - Up to 21.2% Fuel Savings, Smiles Points & More
Credit Cards
6 Tips to Help Drivers Stretch Their Dollar Even Further With the DBS Esso Card: Up to 21.2% Fuel Savings at Esso, Complimentary Fuel Vouchers & More
This post was written in collaboration with Esso. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrity and review products with the same objective...
Borneo Motors - Total Tyre Shield - protection for Toyota, Suzuki, Lexus
Car Insurance
Ensure A Smooth Drive Without Spending Too Much: Know When to Replace Your Car Tyres, DIY Maintenance & More
This post was written in collaboration with Borneo Motors. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrity and review products with the same...
DirectAsia Car Insurance - cheapest car models to insure
Car Insurance
10 Best Cars to Buy in Singapore to Save on Insurance Cost in 2021
This post was written in collaboration with DirectAsia. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrity and review products with the same objective lens....
Emma Sleep mattress - productivity and sleep - bed in a box
Shopping
How Sleep Impacts Your Career & How to Get Better Quality Zzzs Every Night
This post was written in collaboration with Emma Sleep. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrity and review products with the same objective...
DirectAsia motorcycle insurance review 2021
Car Insurance
DirectAsia’s Motorcycle Insurance Review 2021 — 5 Standout Value-for-Money Features
This post was written in collaboration with DirectAsia. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrity and review products with the same objective lens....
UOB Absolute Cashback Card
Credit Cards
Highest Flat Cashback Card In Town: The New UOB Absolute Cashback Card Gives 1.7% Limitless Cashback, No Min Spend & No Spend Exclusions
This post was written in collaboration with UOB. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrity and review products with the same objective lens....
Geneco Electricity Plans OEM Swaps to Save Money
Budgeting
Homeowners, Here Are Some Easy Swaps You Can Make to Save Money
This post was written in collaboration with Geneco. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrity and review products with the same objective lens....
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Credit Cards
Drivers, Here’s How to Get EVEN HIGHER SAVINGS of up to 21.15% on Your Fuel at Shell with UOB Cards
This post was written in collaboration with Shell. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrity and review products with the same objective lens....
DirectAsia Car Insurance Myths: True or False?
Car Insurance
7 Car Insurance Myths, Debunked — Verified by Insurance Experts at DirectAsia
This post was written in collaboration with DirectAsia. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrity and review products with the same objective lens....
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Invest
Tiger Brokers’ First Anniversary: Key Milestones & Celebratory Promotions
This post was written in collaboration with Tiger Brokers Singapore. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrity and review products with the...
DBS NAV Planner - new digital advisor
Invest
DBS NAV Planner’s New Digital Advisor: How This Personalised Feature Empowers You to Invest with Confidence
This post was written in collaboration with DBS. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrity and review products with the same objective...
Samsung QuickDrive - Best Washing Machine Singapore
Budgeting
5 Factors to Look Out for When Buying a Washing Machine to Save Money, Time & Energy
This post was written in collaboration with Samsung. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrity and review products with the same objective...
Singlife Grow ILP Insurance Linked Policy - what's the difference?
Life Insurance
Singlife Sure Invest: How Does This ILP with No Lock-In Compare to Other Forms of Investment?
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...
Grab Singapore - Buy Now Pay Later Singapore, PayLater by Grab
Budgeting
Should I ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’? A Quick Checklist to Do This Responsibly
This post was written in collaboration with Grab. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrity and review products with the same objective lens....
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Shopping
Did You Know? 5 Hacks to Save Time & Money When Doing Your Grocery Shopping In-Store
Call me a traditionalist, but I still enjoy doing my grocery shopping in-store. I still have my grouses though. I mean, who likes jostling with crowds of people, especially on...
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Budgeting
5 Cost-Effective & Smart Ways to Send Small Packages and Important Letters
This post was written in collaboration with Singapore Post Limited. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrity and review products with the same...
IG Markets - Algorithmic Trading, Algo Trading, Forex, FX, CFDs, Leverage
Invest
So You Want to Trade FX: How Can Algorithmic Trading Elevate Your Trades?
This post was written in collaboration with IG. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrity and review products with the same objective lens....
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Budgeting
Your Maid’s Insurance: Do You Even Know What You’re Paying For?
If you have employed a foreign domestic worker, it’s likely that you purchased her insurance through the same maid agency. People in Singapore are practical — since the agency offers...
29 March 2021
Singtel Home Protect - home contents insurance
Home Insurance
Don’t Assume Your Home is Fully Protected: Why You May Need to Relook Your Coverage
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 lens....