Ask any Singaporean what the “Singaporean Dream” means, and for decades, the answer was simple: the 5Cs. Cash, Condo, Car, Credit Card, Country Club. I remember hearing about them as...

Back in 2023, a common topic among my money-savvy friends was this: “It’s a great time to lock in a fixed deposit.” And they weren’t wrong—some banks were offering interest...

2025 has been a whirlwind for savers. On 1 May, both UOB One and OCBC 360 slashed their rates, each dropping to 3.30% p.a. when you credit your salary and...

Luxury in 2025 is personal. It’s not just about how much you paid for something, but what that thing means. And in an age where everything is commodified and mass-produced,...

This week, a new car subscription platform is challenging the idea of traditional car ownership, while solo travel is making waves as more Singaporeans head out on their own. NTUC’s...

If you’ve already maxed out your UOB One savings account, congratulations—you’ve likely made the most of its high-interest tier. But now what? With interest capped for balances above $150,000 and...

Singaporeans love a good deal. It’s part of our national identity. So for a nation of money-savvy, food-loving folk, there’s no better way to celebrate National Day the Singaporean way...

This week, we’ve got big news for home-hunters—HDB’s just launched the Jul 2025 BTO sales exercise alongside an SBF one, and a fresh scheme could finally let singles snag a...

Home buyers, your next big opportunity is here. The Jul 2025 HDB Build-to-Order (BTO) launch is happening from 23 to 30 Jul 2025, with HDB offering 5,547 BTO flats across 8...

Gig workers are the “most financially stretched” group in Singapore, according to a 2023 DBS study. With expenses outpacing income, the average gig worker spends 112% of what they earn...

On my very first overseas trip without my parents, the airline lost my luggage for almost 24 hours. I was headed to Madrid, Spain, and had a layover in Zurich, Switzerland....

There are 2 things we all wish we had more of: money and time. When life throws unexpected bills your way, the last thing you want is to wait days—or...

A couple of weeks ago, I took a bus to a nearby shopping mall with my sister for lunch. Nothing fancy—just a regular day out. But instead of heading straight...

What’s making headlines this week? For starters, YouTube is giving us all a cheaper way to enjoy videos ad-free, while Cathay Pacific is celebrating its latest big win with $160...

Whether you’re buying a Built-To-Order (BTO) flat or a resale flat from HDB, there’s one slightly leh chey thing you’re gonna need to prepare. It’s not a 4-letter word like...

Bored as well as broke? We’ve got good news for you. This July 2025, there’s a plethora of markets, events, and activities to keep you entertained at zero cost. This...

Didn’t catch the money news this week? No worries—we’ve got you covered. There’s a way to get more out of your daily commute (if you’re quick), new rules that could...

Personal loan rates in Singapore are now as low as 1.85% p.a. (EIR: from 3.40% p.a.). As of the time of writing, I counted 11 loan options in Singapore that...

Singapore’s credit card scene is always evolving. Sometimes, new contenders join the playing field, like the HSBC Live+ Card and the Trust Cashback Credit Card released earlier this year. Other...

Everybody loves credit card sign-up promotions, but not many of us realise the promotions don’t end with a welcome gift. Banks actually shower us with tons of lifestyle deals and...

Think retirees can’t apply for credit cards? Think again. As long as you meet the basic eligibility criteria, there are plenty of excellent credit card options in Singapore, even if...

If you think that fixed deposits are only for conservative cash-rich aunties and uncles, think again. A fixed deposit (also known as a time deposit) account is a type of...

This July, sign up for a credit card and you could walk away with welcome gifts like: Up to $550 cash with $500 minimum spend (plus a chance to win $10,000!) Up to...

This week in money moves: SG60 vouchers have dropped—and so are electricity and gas prices for some utility bill relief.  Over in banking, DBS is reviving its PayLah cashback programme—just...

The other day, my mum thumbed through her wallet and mused out loud: “I’ll keep this CIMB credit card—it has no annual fee, and I won’t be able to apply...