Wedding dinners in Singapore can sometimes be a mercenary affair. Don’t be fooled into thinking that wedding ang baos (red packets) are purely a gift from the heart. In Singapore,...

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....

It wasn’t long ago that blazing fast 1Gbps fibre broadband plans seemed like a luxury plan reserved for the high SES. However, technological advances and fierce competition have made these...

New curry sauce rules that aren’t currying any favours, 80% discounts to fight morning train/bus congestion (anyone missing the Covid-19 days now?), a fresh new digital pet insurance, 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...

For those of us with wanderlust, it always seems like the price of flights out of Singapore are–pun totally intended–soaring upwards. It’s 1 big reason why so many people like...

Yesterday, the Standard Chartered Smart Credit Card offered 6% cashback at merchants like Netflix, Spotify, and fast food joints, plus the same cashback on your daily train or bus commute....

Thank you for participating in the MoneySmart Profiling Lucky Draw (Nov 2024). Here are the lucky winners: Lucky Draw Gift Name 7,460 SmartPoints Dominick Tan 7,010 SmartPoints Law Jia Hong...

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...

Nothing gets Singaporeans going like a hotel buffet. After all, eating is our national hobby. The only problem? The cost. Aside from atas Michelin-starred restaurants, buffets are pretty much the most...

This December, it’s giveaways galore. Sign up for a credit card and you could walk away with an all-new Porsche Taycan, 1,000,000 Ascott Star Rewards Points, and up to 50,000 SmartPoints. Plus, enjoy...

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

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...

You’ve probably heard the term “a diamond is forever”. But did you know this romanticised saying was originally a tagline for an advertisement? It comes from the diamond company De...

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...

When it comes to semiconductors and investing, all anyone ever seems to talk about is Nvidia (to the mooooooooon!)—the chip designer that’s seen massive share price gains. But another name...

Thank you for participating in the MoneySmart Profiling Lucky Draw (Oct 2024). Here are the lucky winners: Prize Winner 8,350 SmartPoints Lawrence Goh 6,140 SmartPoints Ler Eng Sheng S$100 Cash...

Short on time to catch up on the news, but want to stay informed about what’s happening in Singapore? We’ve got you covered. Our team has sifted through the overwhelming...

Food, beauty, electronics, home living, toys, fashion—everything goes on sale for one special day each month. And in November, after the 11.11 sales, we get a second chance at snagging...

With inflation skyrocketing, a hefty 9% GST hike, and petrol prices hitting a global high of $2.30 per litre, many Singaporeans are increasingly turning to personal loans as a viable...

Giving your parents allowance is probably something you’ve been told to do since you were young. It’s love, Asian style. But as you start to have kids and your parents...

Not a lot of people like to think about dying, let alone plan for your death. But that’s exactly what estate planning is. It might seem morbid to make preparations...

Who doesn’t want to be a millionaire? I certainly want in, and judging by the long lines at Singapore Pools whenever they announce some grand million-dollar prize, so do many...

These days, you can learn anything online. In today’s digital age, we can plan entire trip itineraries without ever leaving TikTok and learn how to change a car tyre simply...

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...