It’s that time of the year again when we have to pay our dues to the government. Hang on, how does that work again?  If the thought of navigating the...

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

From brunch at a trendy café in Mount Austin to shopping at KSL City Mall and dinner at a seaside kelong restaurant, Johor Bahru (JB) has it all. But getting...

There’s nothing Singaporeans love more than good food and cheap shopping, so it’s no wonder that we flock in droves to Johor Bahru across the Causeway. Whether you’re going on...

If you’re a self-proclaimed online shopping expert like me, you’ve probably heard of Taobao—the massive e-commerce giant based in China. But if your Chinese skills are embarrassingly bad (I’m talking...

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...

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 rebound in software engineer...

So, I’m not sure if anyone’s noticed (if you haven’t, where have you been?!), but President Trump has just decided to slap trade tariffs on, well, pretty much the entire...

This April, sign up for a credit card and you could walk away with welcome gifts like: 6,140 SmartPoints, which you can redeem for an Apple iPad Wi‑Fi, 10th Generation (worth $499) 160,000 Membership Rewards®...

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...

The UOB One account is getting nerfed—again.  The UOB One account will now earn you a maximum effective interest rate (EIR) of 3.30% p.a., down from 4% p.a., which was in...

Tired of being locked into a long-term phone contract? Yeah, same but worry not—I bring the solution to our problem: SIM-only plans. SIM-only plans offer a breath of fresh air for...

If you’re looking for a brokerage, congrats! It means you (hopefully) know how to start investing and are ready to enter the stock market and buy some shares. Before you...

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 Certificate of Entitlement (now $94,502 for a Category...

First it was OCBC 360, now it’s UOB One. Two of Singapore’s top savings accounts are getting nerfed from 1 May 2025—and the updates actually put them pretty much neck...

Feeling like you’re juggling too many loans at once? You’re definitely not alone. As of Dec 2024, household debt in Singapore made up 51.9% of the country’s Nominal GDP—yep, that’s...

Singaporeans are known for taking their food seriously—especially when it comes to buffets. It’s no laughing matter. We plan, strategise, and execute to get the most bang for our buck....

Too busy to catch up on the news? We get it, especially with the short work week following Monday’s public holiday. Whether you’re planning your next move in the property...

When it comes to natural disasters, Singapore is a sheltered island. How sheltered? Very—We apparently have the 4th lowest disaster risk in the world. So on this island refuge, it...

If you’re in urgent need of money, but are too paiseh to borrow from your family and friends, your best bet is probably a personal loan. With a personal loan, you...

If you’ve ever tried to pay with cash in China and been met with a blank stare—or worse, held up a line while the cashier scrambled for change—you’re not alone....

If I could have any superpower, I’d choose teleportation. Imagine zipping across the island so you’re never late for brunch, or appearing instantly at the clinic when you feel a...

Thank you for participating in the Win a Holiday on MoneySmart Draw. Here are the top 3 lucky winners: Lucky Draw Gift Name All-Expenses Paid Trip worth $5,000 (Flights, Accommodation...

Ah, weddings. A day to celebrate your love with your partner and solemnly vow to stand by them in sickness and in health, to love and cherish, until debt do...

Parenthood is all about paradox—it fills your heart even as it drains your wallet. It’s not just the sweet lullabies you’ll need to master; it’s also the art of juggling...