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MoneySmart Group is a personal finance platform helping millions across Southeast Asia make smarter moves with their money. Between fine print, endless options, and financial jargon, managing money can feel like a full-time job. MoneySmart cuts through the noise and make complex decisions—from picking the perfect credit card to finding the right insurance—simple, clear, and (dare we say it) even a little enjoyable. Across the region, our trusted platforms, MoneySmart.sg in Singapore and MoneySmart.hk in Hong Kong guide every earning, spending, saving, and investing decision.

The Costs of Running Dog Shelter, Voices For Animals, in Singapore: "It's Always A Loss We're Making"
Budgeting
The Costs of Running Dog Shelter, Voices For Animals, in Singapore: "It's Always A Loss We're Making"
Yeah, yeah. We all know that animal shelters are very noble and charitable for taking in and caring for needy animals. Ask anyone and they'd agree tha...
9 September 2019
How Did The 5 Richest People in Singapore Make Their Fortune?
Budgeting
How Did The 5 Richest People in Singapore Make Their Fortune?
Everyone knows that Singapore is a pretty rich country. We have a lot of rich people on our tiny island. And even the not-so-rich bulk of the populati...
6 September 2019
Should You Ever Buy an Investment Linked Policy (ILP)?
Life Insurance
Should You Ever Buy an Investment Linked Policy (ILP)?
When you think about life insurance policies do you think about the peace of mind you get knowing that you'd be protected for life? Or, do you reca...
5 September 2019
Escape Rooms Singapore Price Guide — Freeing SG, Xcape, Trapped and More
Budgeting
Escape Rooms Singapore Price Guide — Freeing SG, Xcape, Trapped and More
I've been afraid of the dark since young, and recently while exploring a tunnel overseas, I discovered that I'm claustrophobic too. Escape rooms are a...
4 September 2019
Furpal Singapore — Would You "Sell" Playtime With Your Dog For $10 Per Hour?
Opinion
Furpal Singapore — Would You "Sell" Playtime With Your Dog For $10 Per Hour?
If you have a dog or are a dog lover, you may have heard of the newest pet business in town: Furpal. With the platform, dog owners in Singapore can li...
30 August 2019
Best OCBC Credit Cards in Singapore – Credit Card Reviews 2020
Credit Cards
Best OCBC Credit Cards in Singapore – Credit Card Reviews 2020
Back when people actually shopped at Orchard Road — you know, instead of just checking out clothes, shoes and books before buying them online — chance...
29 August 2019
Designer Fashion Subscriptions in Singapore — Style Theory vs Mad Thread vs The Treasure Collective
Shopping
Designer Fashion Subscriptions in Singapore — Style Theory vs Mad Thread vs The Treasure Collective
Unless you're Kim Lim or Arissa Cheo and are born of billionaire blood, it's unlikely that you can afford a wardrobe of designer garb. But with up-and...
27 August 2019
redONE, ViViFi & Grid Mobile: Are the 3 Newest Telcos Any Good?
Budgeting
redONE, ViViFi & Grid Mobile: Are the 3 Newest Telcos Any Good?
Singaporeans today are familiar with mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs), thanks to Circles Life penetrating into the market in 2016. Since then...
26 August 2019
Insurance Policy Loan: How to Take a Loan From Life Insurance, And Should You?
Life Insurance
Insurance Policy Loan: How to Take a Loan From Life Insurance, And Should You?
What is something that give you returns after you pump in a lot of money? Life insurance policies with cash value come to mind. But did you know that...
23 August 2019
NDR 2019 — More Affordable Preschool, Polytechnic & University Fees for Mid-Income Families
Education
NDR 2019 — More Affordable Preschool, Polytechnic & University Fees for Mid-Income Families
On the education front, it was good news all around at last weekend's National Day Rally 2019. A huge chunk of Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong's speech...
21 August 2019