If you believe that marriage means two become one, then you might subscribe to the belief that a married couple’s bank accounts also need to merge. While there are advantages...

Singaporeans are a funny bunch. Although the weather is sweltering most of the time, there seem to be more and more hot pot places popping up all the time. Also...

$13.12 million. That’s how much one lucky punter walked away with in May 2024—the largest prize money won from a single ticket in the history of Singapore lottery. *low whistle*...

Karaoke brings out strange talents in me—I can remember the lyrics to my Primary 6 jam (read: “Oops! I Did It Again”) and spit Jay Chou raps like Mandarin is...

It’s said that the tradition of high tea started as a way to bridge the gap between lunch and dinner for the nobility who were peckish. What better way to...

Since last year, you find everyone monitoring the Treasury Bills (T-Bills) monthly like clockwork. It’s the time of the month where many will park their cash on a short-term security...

Just short (and cheap) ferry rides away, both Bintan and Batam are top resort destinations among Singaporeans. Depending on your destination and ferry operator, it’ll take about 1 to 2...

“Are you a member?” the restaurant staff asks. “Is it free?” comes my reply. Usually, it is. And that’s how, over the years, the penny-pincher in me has amassed a...

Everybody knows what an interest rate is—it’s effectively a percentage of an amount over a year. If your savings account earns you a 0.05% interest per year (which is a...

Thank you for participating in the MoneySmart’s June Lucky Draw. Here are the lucky winners: Prize Winners Sony HT-AX7 Portable Theatre System (worth S$769.00) Amanda Lim Sony PlayStation®5 Console (SLIM)...

How old were you when you went on your first fully-funded trip? You know—the first trip for which you had to save up, plan an itinerary, and try your darndest...

Who knew that Singapore’s highest-earning unlimited cashback card would come from…Shopee?  The Mari Credit Card is named after MariBank, Shopee’s digital bank. With this card, you can earn 5% unlimited...

Whether you’re a Muslim or are dining with Muslim friends, you’ll be pleased to know that many of the best buffets in Singapore are halal-certified. We’re not just talking about...

If you’re reading this, chances are you’re among the countless fans who missed out on securing tickets to Jay Chou’s highly anticipated Carnival World Tour in Singapore. Despite the cheapest...

You may recall 2023 as the record high yields for T-bills – reaching an all-time high of 4.0%. Although the yields have slowed down, it’s still an attractive option for...

Did you know there are 12 theme parks just in Johor Bahru? Yup, there’s the popular Legoland and Austin Heights Water & Adventure Park, to the new Game On indoor...

Thank you for participating in MoneySmart x UOB Amazing Giveaway. Here are the lucky winners: Week 1 Prize Winners A Pair of Day 1 Category 1 Ticket for ASMeiR Max...

Preparing for an overseas holiday usually involves a trip to the money changer at Mustafa or Change Alley in hopes of getting the best exchange rates, and then fearfully rushing...

Since I started working at MoneySmart, I’ve learnt a lot about credit cards. Specifically, what credit cards are hiding from you. Behind every shiny new card promising up to 10%...

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,...

“Most people work just hard enough not to get fired and get paid just enough money not to quit.” – George Carlin In today’s modern world, a job is complicated...

Would you take on a new job for a lower salary? It might sound crazy at first, but taking on a lower-paying job a serious consideration for some people because...

When it comes to your career, how comfortable are you with being comfortable? You might be wondering why I’m even asking that question. I mean, isn’t it easy to remain...

From eating to shopping and getting a massage, Singaporeans visit JB for all sorts of fun things. But the one thing that we can all agree on that is not...

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...