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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.

Where to Watch the NDP 2019 Fireworks for Free (Plus, Cheap Staycations Under $300!)
Entertainment
Where to Watch the NDP 2019 Fireworks for Free (Plus, Cheap Staycations Under $300!)
Depending on how much you love Singapore, you might or might not really care about the National Day holiday (9 Aug). But the one thing everybody loves...
2 July 2019
Power Bank Buying Guide - 5 Affordable Brands Like Xiaomi, ValueClub & More
Budgeting
Power Bank Buying Guide - 5 Affordable Brands Like Xiaomi, ValueClub & More
If you only use your smartphone to dinosaur way — so just for calls and texts — then 1 full charge might last you the day. But if you're the kind who...
1 July 2019
GoJek vs Grab vs Comfort Taxis in Singapore - Which Is The Cheapest?
Transportation
GoJek vs Grab vs Comfort Taxis in Singapore - Which Is The Cheapest?
Ride-hailing is a very lucrative business in Singapore. And although there've been many players who've tried to join the fray, few of them ever had a...
24 June 2019
Price Guide To 11 Best Steaks In Singapore For Every Budget
Dining
Price Guide To 11 Best Steaks In Singapore For Every Budget
When you think "fine dining", most people imagine sipping on red wine, savouring a medium-rare steak. That could be true - many of the best steaks in...
21 June 2019
StrawberryNet vs Sephora Singapore - Which Is Cheaper? Is StrawberryNet Legit?
Fitness & Beauty
StrawberryNet vs Sephora Singapore - Which Is Cheaper? Is StrawberryNet Legit?
As a self-professed beauty junkie, I'm always looking for good lobang to shop for branded makeup. I recently learnt about StrawberryNet, which is an o...
13 June 2019
3 Expensive But Common LTA Fines in Singapore to Avoid
Transportation
3 Expensive But Common LTA Fines in Singapore to Avoid
Nothing ruins your day faster than receiving a traffic fine. Whether you knowingly or unknowingly violated one of the Land Transport Authority’s (LTA)...
11 June 2019
Would You Pay $599 For The Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer?
Fitness & Beauty
Would You Pay $599 For The Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer?
Dyson has a knack for coming up with overpriced gadgets that actually sell like hotcakes despite the hefty price tag. First there was the vacuum clean...
6 June 2019
Durian Delivery Singapore Price Guide 2019 - Same-Day Delivery? No Problem!
Dining
Durian Delivery Singapore Price Guide 2019 - Same-Day Delivery? No Problem!
As someone who's equal parts lazy and greedy, I completely approve of durian delivery services. I mean, most of us don't have the time and energy to...
4 June 2019
Refinancing vs Repricing: What are the Differences?
Home Loans
Refinancing vs Repricing: What are the Differences?
Most people confuse repricing and refinancing as they both essentially point to switching up your home loan for another with lower interest rates. So...
3 June 2019
3 Alternatives to Placing Your Parents in a Nursing Home
Family
3 Alternatives to Placing Your Parents in a Nursing Home
Singapore’s elderly population is projected to grow exponentially. Based on projections from the UN, 47% of Singapore’s total population will be aged...
29 May 2019