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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 fulfilling her life mission to make her one-eyed cat the most spoiled kitty in the world.

top finance news singapore august
Trends
Issue #34: What’s Happening This Week? BlueSG Hits the Brakes, HL Bank’s Hello Kitty Game Set Giveaway
From transport shake-ups to wealth wins, this week’s headlines cover plenty of ground. One homegrown car-sharing service is hitting the brakes—temporarily—while a bank’s turning savings into something far cuter. A...
3 hours ago
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Opinion
The 5Cs Are Dead—Here’s What Success Looks Like in Singapore Today
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...
21 hours ago
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Fixed Deposits
Goodbye, 4% Fixed Deposits? 3 Reasons Singapore Banks Are Slashing Rates
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...
2 days ago
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Savings Accounts
10 Best Savings Accounts in Singapore with the Highest Interest Rates (Aug 2025)
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...
3 days ago
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Invest
Is the Future of Luxury… Dead Animals?
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,...
31 July 2025
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Trends
Issue #33: What’s Happening This Week? New Car Subscription Platform ZipZap, Up to $120 NTUC E-Vouchers, and More
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...
30 July 2025
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Invest
Maxed Out UOB One? Here’s Where to Park Your Cash Next
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...
28 July 2025
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Dining
National Day Promotions 2025: NDP eCoupons, $0.60 Deals, $60 Off, and More
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...
25 July 2025
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Trends
Issue #32: What’s Happening This Week? Jul 2025 BTO Launch, New Family Care Scheme for Singles
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...
23 July 2025
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Property
HDB BTO Jul 2025 Review: Locations, Prices, Resale Values, Amenities, and More
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...
23 July 2025
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Credit Cards
Credit Cards for Gig Workers in Singapore (2025): Eligibility, Top Picks, and More
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...
21 July 2025
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Travel Insurance
6 Best Travel Insurance Plans in Singapore (Jul 2025)
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....
18 July 2025
Best Instant Loans in Singapore (Jul 2025)
Personal Loans
Best Instant Loans in Singapore (Jul 2025)
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...
17 July 2025
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Shopping
How Much Can You Earn as a Shopee Collection Point?
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...
17 July 2025
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Trends
Issue #31: What’s Happening This Week? YouTube Premium Lite Launches in Singapore, Cathay Pacific Offers $160 Off Flights Globally
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...
16 July 2025
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Property
Guide to the HDB Flat Eligibility (HFE) Letter (2025): When You Need It, How to Apply, and More
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...
14 July 2025
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Entertainment
Top 43 Free Things To Do in Singapore (Jul 2025): Singapore Biryani Festival 2.0, SingaPAW Weekend, The Flower Show, and More
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...
11 July 2025
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Trends
Issue #30: What’s Happening This Week? 50% Back on Transit with Amex, Seller Stamp Duty Hike, New PLAN with CPF Platform
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...
10 July 2025
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Personal Loans
Should You Take a Personal Loan When Rates are Low? And What Happens if They Rise?
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...
8 July 2025
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Credit Cards
The New and the Nerfed: Key Credit Card Updates in Jul 2025—HSBC Revolution Buff, UOB One Nerf, and More
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...
8 July 2025
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Credit Cards
Best Bank Offers in Singapore (Jul 2025): 50% Cashback on Public Transit with Amex, Win Business Class Flights with HSBC, and More
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...
7 July 2025
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Credit Cards
6 Best Credit Cards for Retirees in Singapore (2025): Everyday Cashback, Earning Miles, and More
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...
4 July 2025
Best Fixed Deposit Rates in Singapore (Jul 2025)—Minimum Deposits From $500, Rates Up To 2.45%
Fixed Deposits
Best Fixed Deposit Rates in Singapore (Jul 2025)—Minimum Deposits From $500, Rates Up To 2.45%
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...
3 July 2025
Best Credit Card Promotions in Singapore (Jul 2025): Citibank, DBS, HSBC, UOB, and More
Credit Cards
Best Credit Card Promotions in Singapore (Jul 2025): Citibank, DBS, HSBC, UOB, and More
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...
2 July 2025
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Trends
Issue #29: What’s Happening This Week? SG60 Vouchers Drop, HSBC Revolution Buff, UOB One Nerf
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...
2 July 2025