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Here’s How Much You Should Earn for the Supplementary Retirement Scheme to Make Sense
It’s not always easy to make sense of why certain trends go viral (anyone else as confused as I am on the ...
7 November 2024
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CPF Retirement Account: What Are the Different Retirement Sums in Singapore?
Does it feel like you’ve got golden handcuffs on when it comes to your corporate job? Or are you already ...
24 October 2024
Ultimate Dummies Guide On How To Start Saving Money
Ultimate Dummies Guide On How To Start Saving Money
Avocado poached eggs on toast for $20. Atas coffee that costs $7 a cup. Taking a Grab when it’s surge pricing–all ...
22 October 2024
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Ultimate Dummies Guide to the CPF Scheme: 15 Terms You Need to Know Now
Trying to understand all the acronyms that the CPF board in Singapore likes to throw at us can feel like ...
21 October 2024
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Are Your CPF Savings Enough For Retirement?
Alright, so we always hear that message about how savings for retirement is so important. Saving and investing ...
21 October 2024
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Short, Medium, and Long-Term Financial Goals: How Do You Save Up for Each Type?
You’ve achieved your squad goals and couple goals, but what about your financial goals? They might be less ...
10 October 2024
Why Every Singaporean Needs an Emergency Fund—And How You Can Build Yours
Why Every Singaporean Needs an Emergency Fund—And How You Can Build Yours
Almost every financial advisor you meet will ask if you have an emergency fund in place. You know what ...
3 October 2024
Retirement Planning in Singapore: A Starter Guide for Confused Millennials and Gen Zs
Retirement Planning in Singapore: A Starter Guide for Confused Millennials and Gen Zs
When you think “retirement”, do you imagine travelling the world or cruising on your own yacht? Sorry, ...
27 September 2024
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YouTrip Review—Guide to YouTrip Card, Exchange Rates & Promo Codes
We asked, and they finally heard. As of Jul 2024, YouTrip has finally added the feature of allowing you ...
26 August 2024
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“Investing” in Singapore Lottery? The Math Behind Toto and 4D in Singapore
$13.12 million. That’s how much one lucky punter walked away with in May 2024—the largest prize money won ...
23 July 2024
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Top 5 Books to Read if You Want to Build Wealth and Stay Wealthy (With Insights and Quotes)
Did you know Warren Buffet spends 80% of his work time reading and thinking? Reading isn’t just for him, ...
4 July 2024
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How to Write a Cheque & Deposit One in Singapore: Step-By-Step Guide (2024)
Despite the convenience of PayNow, GrabPay, FavePay, and the countless payment apps that make our lives ...
28 June 2024
Government Payouts to Expect for the Rest of 2024 in Singapore—GSTV, Assurance Package, CDC, COL and More
Government Payouts to Expect for the Rest of 2024 in Singapore—GSTV, Assurance Package, CDC, COL and More
Have you seen the news? There’s been another $300 worth of CDC vouchers disbursed to Singaporean households ...
26 June 2024
Singaporean Households to Receive Additional $300 CDC Vouchers in Jun 2024: How to Claim, Where to Spend Them, Etc.
Singaporean Households to Receive Additional $300 CDC Vouchers in Jun 2024: How to Claim, Where to Spend Them, Etc.
Good news, folks—in addition to the $500 in CDC (Community Development Council) vouchers we received in ...
26 June 2024
CPF Basic, Full & Enhanced Retirement Sum: Updates & Policy Changes That You Should Know About in 2024
CPF Basic, Full & Enhanced Retirement Sum: Updates & Policy Changes That You Should Know About in 2024
With inflation still on the rise at 3.6% this year, it’s good to err on the safe side and save for rainy ...
21 June 2024
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The 6 Best Subscriptions Worth Spending On Today
The other day, I wanted to show my mum a video on YouTube. I searched for the video, tapped on the right ...
19 June 2024
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How To Choose the Best Mobile Plan for Your Kids, Ageing Parents, and Helper
Choosing a data plan for yourself is easy. Personally, I just go for the plan that offers the most data ...
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Here’s Everything You Should Know About the Supplementary Retirement Scheme (SRS) Account
In Singapore, retirement is always something we crave. While not all of us will be FIRE fanatics, we do ...
14 June 2024
5 Hair Salons for Curly Hair—How Much Does it Cost to Get a Curly Haircut in Singapore?
5 Hair Salons for Curly Hair—How Much Does it Cost to Get a Curly Haircut in Singapore?
As someone with naturally curly hair, my number one red flag for hairdressers in Singapore is being told ...
11 June 2024
UOB Lady’s Solitaire Card Gives You 4 Miles Per Dollar on Specific Spending Categories
UOB Lady’s Solitaire Card Gives You 4 Miles Per Dollar on Specific Spending Categories
We all like to rack up those credit card rewards and points, don’t we? So, whether you like to order in ...
7 June 2024
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Guide to Budget-Friendly Curly Hair Products in Singapore (All Under $30!)—For Naturally Curly, Permed Hair
I have naturally curly hair, which is pretty unusual for a Singaporean Chinese. My thick, curly ‘fro often ...
21 May 2024
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Climate Vouchers 2024: How to Claim Your $300 & What to Buy With Them
Is the recent sweltering weather inspiring you to get a new air conditioner? Upgrade your fan? Invest in ...
17 May 2024
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CPF LIFE: The Complete Guide to Payouts, Plans & Minimum Sums in 2024
Did you know Singapore is a “blue zone“? The term was coined by Dan Buettner, an American National Geographic ...
6 May 2024
Is Singapore Too Expensive to Live In?—Singapore’s Cost of Living 2024
Is Singapore Too Expensive to Live In?—Singapore’s Cost of Living 2024
Welcome to the most expensive city in the world. According to the Worldwide Cost of Living survey by the ...
3 May 2024
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More Than Just a Pit Stop: 5 Hidden Gems at Your Local Petrol Station
Petrol stations are always the reliable, dependable stops that you can count on when you’re in need of ...