peter-lin

Articles by Peter Lin

I am the poster boy for reinventing one's self. I've been a broadcast journalist, technical writer, banking customer service officer and a Catholic friar. My life experiences have made me the most cynical idealist you'll ever meet, which is why I'm also the co-founder of a local pop culture website. I believe ignorance is not bliss, and that money is the root of all evil only if you allow it to be.

Here's Why the Foodfare Price Caps Only Stand to Benefit NTUC
Opinion
Here's Why the Foodfare Price Caps Only Stand to Benefit NTUC
It’s almost like a national conspiracy – although we pay hundreds of dollars for gym memberships, it only takes a small $5 bowl of Katong Laksa to und...
3 August 2015
5 Telltale Signs You Are About to Get Scammed or Ripped Off
Shopping
5 Telltale Signs You Are About to Get Scammed or Ripped Off
Our favourite Sim Lim Square criminal made headlines again when it was revealed that he now had a total of 28 charges against him, including a new cha...
31 July 2015
Will Banks Force You to Top Up Your Home Loan if the Property Market Crashes?
Home Loans
Will Banks Force You to Top Up Your Home Loan if the Property Market Crashes?
You know how you never actually get around to reading the Terms and Conditions before you click “I Accept” or sign on the dotted line? And as a result...
21 July 2015
3 Big Myths Some Singaporeans Still Believe About Insurance
Life Insurance
3 Big Myths Some Singaporeans Still Believe About Insurance
As Singaporeans, we’ve heard of the myths and legends surrounding our little country. Like how the legendary Sang Nila Utama was supposed to have seen...
18 July 2015
3 Reasons Why the Singapore Dream Doesn't Come Cheap
Opinion
3 Reasons Why the Singapore Dream Doesn't Come Cheap
What would you consider your Singapore Dream? Living in a condo, at least, or some multi-storey landed property. A powerful “continental” car with all...
15 July 2015
8 Bad Habits That Financially Secure Singaporeans Have Gotten Rid Of
Budgeting
8 Bad Habits That Financially Secure Singaporeans Have Gotten Rid Of
As a country, we’ve gotten complacent about how rich we really are. A little too satisfied with the amount we earn, perhaps. Although as a country we’...
9 July 2015
Why Singaporean Car Buyers Might Be Punching Themselves for Ignoring the New Hybrid Car Rebates
Transportation
Why Singaporean Car Buyers Might Be Punching Themselves for Ignoring the New Hybrid Car Rebates
There’s probably going to be a special place in hell for the person who thought of a thousand and one methods to control car usage in Singapore. COE,...
6 July 2015
The Ultimate MoneySmart Singapore Taxi Fare Guide 2015
Transportation
The Ultimate MoneySmart Singapore Taxi Fare Guide 2015
Taking a taxi in Singapore is so convenient. Except when you really need one, of course. Then they're generally nowhere to be found. When one does sho...
3 July 2015
4 Reasons Why Topping-Up Your Loved Ones' CPF Account Is Better Than Just Giving Them Cash
Budgeting
4 Reasons Why Topping-Up Your Loved Ones' CPF Account Is Better Than Just Giving Them Cash
I didn’t need Moral Education lessons in school to know that giving allowance to my parents once I started earning was the right thing to do. The 好公民...
30 June 2015
Do Singaporeans Actually Know What You Can Use Medisave For?
Healthcare
Do Singaporeans Actually Know What You Can Use Medisave For?
About 440,000 members of Singapore’s “Pioneer Generation” will receive Medisave top-ups of between $200 to $800 in July this year. This is the second...
29 June 2015