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.

4 Reasons Why the Degree is the New Diploma
Education
4 Reasons Why the Degree is the New Diploma
I’m happy to see that in meritocratic Singapore, we’re finally changing attitudes that ITE stands for “It’s The End” and that you only go to polytechn...
5 February 2015
5 Financial Reasons Why People Run Away During Chinese New Year
Budgeting
5 Financial Reasons Why People Run Away During Chinese New Year
All Singaporeans look forward to Chinese New Year for one main reason: the long weekend holiday. For many, the holiday is also a wonderful opportunity...
2 February 2015
The MoneySmart Guide to Education Loans
Education Loans
The MoneySmart Guide to Education Loans
So you’re in a dead-end job and you’re looking to “upgrade” yourself and make yourself more relevant for the workforce. Instead of whining about your...
29 January 2015
Public Transport Fare Hike: What You Should Really Be Concerned About
Opinion
Public Transport Fare Hike: What You Should Really Be Concerned About
Oh look, the annual public transport fare hike is here again. Although it’s something generally expected, people still have the same reactions to it a...
23 January 2015
Do You Have the Right Credit Card, or Some Piece of Plastic Junk?
Credit Cards
Do You Have the Right Credit Card, or Some Piece of Plastic Junk?
When I got my first credit card, I was pretty pleased with myself. I had picked the best of the best, I told myself. This credit card had everything!...
14 January 2015
The Top 5 Credit Cards in Singapore You’ll Never Own
Credit Cards
The Top 5 Credit Cards in Singapore You’ll Never Own
I know what it’s like to have people fall at my feet, make way for me wherever I go and scream whenever they see me coming. Yes, I’m still looking for...
2 January 2015
CPF Minimum Sum Goes Up Again: Should You Really Care Anymore?
Opinion
CPF Minimum Sum Goes Up Again: Should You Really Care Anymore?
What’s your first reaction when you hear that the CPF Minimum Sum has gone up again? It’s probably similar to when I see a giant cicak run across my f...
18 December 2014
Singapore Credit Card Interest Rates Going Up - Do You Know How Much You're Getting Charged?
Credit Cards
Singapore Credit Card Interest Rates Going Up - Do You Know How Much You're Getting Charged?
Last time, policemen wore shorts. Forget that, now we’ll be saying, “Last time, credit card interest rate only 24%”. This year will be remembered for...
15 December 2014
If You Don’t Budget Your Salary Now, You’ll Hate Yourself
Opinion
If You Don’t Budget Your Salary Now, You’ll Hate Yourself
Congratulations! You’ve got your first month's salary. No more cup noodles for lunch. You now take a cab everywhere you go. You buy that handbag or wa...
11 December 2014
Singaporeans, Say Goodbye to Early Retirement!
Opinion
Singaporeans, Say Goodbye to Early Retirement!
A bunch of data that was released earlier this month regarding employment in Singapore. Naturally, our mainstream media tried to spin it positively by...
10 December 2014