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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.

Pap Smear Singapore Guide - How to Get Screened for Cervical Cancer (for Free!)
Healthcare
Pap Smear Singapore Guide - How to Get Screened for Cervical Cancer (for Free!)
Considering that 300 women in Singapore get diagnosed with cervical cancer every year, it's amazing that there are still lots of women who don't go fo...
24 August 2018
Cord Blood Banking in Singapore - How Much Does It Cost & Is It Worth the Money?
Family
Cord Blood Banking in Singapore - How Much Does It Cost & Is It Worth the Money?
Since the 2000s, new parents and parents-to-be in Singapore now have the chance to do cord blood banking, i.e. store the baby's cord blood for the fut...
24 August 2018
Lighting Singapore Guide - Lighting Types, Lighting Shops & Saving Money on Your Bills
Budgeting
Lighting Singapore Guide - Lighting Types, Lighting Shops & Saving Money on Your Bills
Lighting is something we often neglect when we renovate our homes. Yet, done well, it can make a world of difference to the decor. It’s not only funct...
23 August 2018
Induction Cooktop 101 - Should Singaporeans Replace Their Traditional Kitchen Hob?
Dining
Induction Cooktop 101 - Should Singaporeans Replace Their Traditional Kitchen Hob?
So, you’re doing up your very first kitchen design, and you're already imagining yourself whipping up culinary delights like you’re Martha Stewart, th...
23 August 2018
Health Supplements in Singapore - Who Needs Them & How Do You Budget for Them?
Healthcare
Health Supplements in Singapore - Who Needs Them & How Do You Budget for Them?
Singaporeans aren’t known to be particularly healthy, so it might surprise you to know that we spent $490 million on vitamins and other supplements la...
20 August 2018
Girl Ah, PAssion Member? The Complete Guide to Passion Card Benefits
Budgeting
Girl Ah, PAssion Member? The Complete Guide to Passion Card Benefits
I secretly love it when the Cold Storage cashier asks, "Girl, PAssion card member?" WHY, YES I AM! (Proceeds to fumble in wallet) The PAssion card may...
19 August 2018
Wedding Bands in Singapore - Guide to Choosing Affordable Wedding Rings
Wedding
Wedding Bands in Singapore - Guide to Choosing Affordable Wedding Rings
If there’s one piece of jewellery you’ll be wearing for most of your adult life, it would be your wedding ring. For most men, it’s the only jewellery...
16 August 2018
Wedding Invitations in Singapore - 3 Money-Saving Hacks for Wedding Cards
Wedding
Wedding Invitations in Singapore - 3 Money-Saving Hacks for Wedding Cards
Just when you're eating cai png for the 5th day straight and think you couldn't possibly spend any more money on your upcoming wedding... you suddenly...
13 August 2018
Wedding Dresses from $50 - 5 Online Shops for Super Affordable Wedding Gowns
Wedding
Wedding Dresses from $50 - 5 Online Shops for Super Affordable Wedding Gowns
As a bride-to-be who prides herself on being "pretty chill about everything", even I find myself feeling anxious about having to make so many financia...
8 August 2018
City Plaza Singapore - 7 Non-Rabak Shops for Cheap Vintage Finds
Shopping
City Plaza Singapore - 7 Non-Rabak Shops for Cheap Vintage Finds
Just a 5-minute walk away from Paya Lebar MRT is City Plaza - the supposed wholesale heaven with 5 floors of cheap clothes, electronics and knick-knac...
2 August 2018