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Articles by Vanessa Nah

Vanessa Nah likes her finance articles the way she likes her sitcoms—light-hearted, entertaining, and leaving people knowing a little more about life. She believes money—like life—should be made simple. Outside of work, you’ll find Vanessa attending dance classes, fingerpicking a guitar, and proudly making her one-eyed cat the most spoiled kitty in the world.

“I Lost $12,000 That was Going to Pay for Childcare”: How 4 Redditors Used Personal Loans to Manage Baby Costs
Personal Loans
“I Lost $12,000 That was Going to Pay for Childcare”: How 4 Redditors Used Personal Loans to Manage Baby Costs
What would you do if the $12,000 you’d earmarked for childcare disappeared overnight? That’s what happened to one new parent who posted on Reddit: [...
7 May 2025
Issue #23: What’s Happening This Week? A $16 Million Penthouse Sale, Viral Sponge Charm, and More
Trends
Issue #23: What’s Happening This Week? A $16 Million Penthouse Sale, Viral Sponge Charm, and More
In this week’s news mix, we have a viral sponge charm that’s taken the island by storm and a jaw-dropping luxury property payday. This week is also th...
30 April 2025
10 Best Flower Shops for Mother's Day 2025—From As Low As $14.90
Family
10 Best Flower Shops for Mother's Day 2025—From As Low As $14.90
Mother’s Day is fast approaching, and if you’re looking for a thoughtful way to show your appreciation, a beautiful bouquet is always a wonderful choi...
26 April 2025
Which is the Most Affordable Online Bookstore in Singapore? We Compared 6 to Find Out
Shopping
Which is the Most Affordable Online Bookstore in Singapore? We Compared 6 to Find Out
We comapred the prices, book ranges, delivery fees and timings of 6 online bookstores. Here are the cheapest book buys and lowest Singapore delivery fees.
25 April 2025
Issue #22: What’s Happening This Week? DBS Early Access to Waterbomb 2025, Latest Netflix Price Hike, and More
Trends
Issue #22: What’s Happening This Week? DBS Early Access to Waterbomb 2025, Latest Netflix Price Hike, and More
From price hikes to party vibes, there’s plenty of buzz in finance, travel, and lifestyle this week. One platform’s quietly raised its prices (again),...
23 April 2025
Issue #21: What’s Happening This Week? YouTrip Launches MYR Wallet, Singapore Cuts 2025 GDP Forecast, and More
Trends
Issue #21: What’s Happening This Week? YouTrip Launches MYR Wallet, Singapore Cuts 2025 GDP Forecast, and More
Did you catch that viral video of the purple sky over the Causeway? We finally found out what—or rather, who—that was all about. Clue: It starts with...
16 April 2025
Pay Taxes, Earn Miles: Standard Chartered Visa Infinite Credit Card (MoneySmart Review 2025)
Credit Cards
Pay Taxes, Earn Miles: Standard Chartered Visa Infinite Credit Card (MoneySmart Review 2025)
While most cards exclude income tax payments from earning rewards, the Standard Chartered Visa Infinite Credit Card makes an exception. When you use t...
16 April 2025
Issue #20: What’s Happening This Week? Trump’s Tariff War, HSBC’s New Invite-Only Card, and More
Trends
Issue #20: What’s Happening This Week? Trump’s Tariff War, HSBC’s New Invite-Only Card, and More
From Trump’s latest tariffs shaking global markets to rising COE prices, there’s plenty to unpack in the world of money this week. We also saw a rebou...
10 April 2025
UOB One Account Nerfed, Down to 3.3% From 4%—Which Savings Accounts Will Earn You More?
Savings Accounts
UOB One Account Nerfed, Down to 3.3% From 4%—Which Savings Accounts Will Earn You More?
We review the UOB One account's nerfed interest rates, how to maximise your interest with the UOB One Card, and how it fares against other savings accounts.
7 April 2025
Car Loans vs Personal Loans: What’s the Best Way to Finance Your Car?
Personal Loans
Car Loans vs Personal Loans: What’s the Best Way to Finance Your Car?
Thinking of buying a car in Singapore? You’re not alone—but you’re probably also aware that it’s a seriously big-ticket purchase. Between the Certific...
4 April 2025