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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.

Singtel Smart Home ep2
Budgeting
Want to Turn Your HDB Flat into a Smart Home? This Couple Shares Some Tips and Tricks So You Don’t Anyhow Spend Money
Ahh, the joys of having a smart home. It is 5pm, and as you are submitting your last report, you whip out your phone to turn on your cleaning robot...
Aviva Car Insurance claim
Car Insurance
Choosing Your Car Insurance Policy — Why You Should Look Beyond the Price
NOTE: Aviva is now Singlife with Aviva This post was written in collaboration with Aviva. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrity...
How to earn Krisflyer Miles on everyday spend
Travel
Grounded? Here’s How to Rack Up KrisFlyer Miles With Everyday Spend — Plane Ticket Optional
This post was written in collaboration with Singapore Airlines. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrity and review products with the same...
Grow your wealth with Etiqa's Easy Save Series
Life Insurance
Saving for Your Dream Wedding or Your Kids’ Uni Education? Here’s How Singaporeans Can Build Our Wealth with Tiq by Etiqa’s EASY save Series (up to 4.07% p.a.)
This post was written in collaboration with Etiqa Insurance. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrity and review products with the same...
Singtel mobile plans
Budgeting
Did You Know? Other Than the Singtel Combo Plan, There Are Also Sim-Only Plans, No-Contract GOMO and Other Value-for-Money Mobile Options
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...
Save money on your coffee
Budgeting
Serious Coffee Drinkers, Here’s How to Save Money Without Kicking Your Caffeine Habit
This post was written in collaboration with Nestlé Professional. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrity and review products with the same...
Aviva car insurance motor insurance
Car Insurance
Remember the 4Cs of a Successful Car Insurance Claim — So You Don’t End Up Losing Money
NOTE: Aviva is now Singlife with Aviva Getting into a car accident can be a harrowing experience, especially if it’s your first one and you have no idea what to...
18 December 2019
dbs digiportfolio invest
Invest
Here’s Why the New DBS digiPortfolio is a No-Brainer for Growing Your Money
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...
hbo go asia entertainment
Entertainment
Ever Wonder How Much We Actually Spend on Entertainment? Let’s Do the Math
This post was written in collaboration with HBO. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrity and review products with the same objective...
amore store lazada k-beauty brands
Fitness & Beauty
AMORE Store x Lazada Launches With New-to-Singapore K-Beauty Brands in One-Stop Shop — So You Can Pay Less for Shipping and Transport
This post was written in collaboration with Lazada. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrity and review products with the same objective...
singtel fibre broadband switch
Budgeting
Not Yet on Singtel Fibre Broadband? Here’s How Much Value You’ll Get When You Make the Switch Now (December 2019)
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...
ocbc 90n card festive season
Credit Cards
Here’s How to Maximise Your Credit Card Spending This Festive Season for Air Miles and Cashback Galore
This post was written in collaboration with OCBC. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrity and review products with the same objective...
Singtel Fibre Broadband Home Entertainment System in HDB
Budgeting
Ever Thought of Setting Up Your Dream Home Entertainment System in Your HDB Flat? Helpful Tips From a Couple and the Costs Involved
When renovating your flat, there are so many things to consider: What theme do you want, what colour scheme will look good, what sort of lighting and furniture, and most...
28 November 2019
amazon christmas shopping gift guide
Shopping
Amazon Singapore — 10 Great Gift Ideas for the Holiday Season with Deals and Early Discounts
This post was written in collaboration with Amazon Singapore. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrity and review products with the same...
mof fiscal policy
Budgeting
The 3 New Key Areas Singapore Invests Heavily In: How Does it Benefit Us?
This post was written in collaboration with Ministry of Finance (MOF). While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrity and review products with...
singtel dash 11.11 shopping hacks
Shopping
On Your Mark, Get Set, Shop! 11 Kiasu Hacks to Win at the 11.11 Game
This post was written in collaboration with Singtel Dash. While we are financially compensated by them, we nonetheless strive to maintain our editorial integrity and review products with the same...
cheap hotels in singapore
Travel
15 4-Star Hotels in Singapore for Cheap Staycations Under $150/night (2019)
Everyone loves vacations, but the reality is that not everyone can afford to travel every few months. Even trips to nearby destinations like Hong Kong and Bangkok will set you back...
16 January 2019