I still remember when haircuts as a kid cost barely $8. These days, I’m forking out close to $20 for my regular bi-weekly trims. Add a beard shaping or a...

This week, we’re seeing retirement taking on new meaning, with locals putting quality of life above just adding years. KrisFlyer miles are getting a makeover—soon you’ll get more value from...

Craving some cheap and good makan on the weekends? It’s time to hop over the Causeway to Johor Bahru (JB). And the most convenient and cheapest way to do it...

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...

One of my favourite things to do when I’m overseas is visit the supermarket for cheap local snacks and discounted bentos if you’re in Japan. But in Singapore, who has...

There are a few constants in life, and one of those is household chores—specifically, laundry.  As much as I look forward to the weekend, there’s still my stanky pile of...

If you’re vegetarian, Buddhist, or just craving a meat-free meal, Fortune Centre is your goldmine. Tucked away near Bugis, this unassuming mall is a local legend for budget-friendly vegetarian food—and...

If there’s one thing Singaporeans universally love, it’s free vouchers. And with another year comes another round of CDC vouchers for every Singaporean household. $500 was disbursed in May, and...

I’ve been writing finance guides at MoneySmart for over 2 years now. The best part about my job? Knowing that the content I create helps people. But the hardest part...

As the old joke in Singapore goes, if you’ve ever gotten a random phone call/WhatsApp message from your schoolmate–that you haven’t spoken to you in years–asking you to meet up...

When it comes to credit cards, it’s all about getting the upper hand—getting more money out of the bank than they’ll ever get from you.  The secret? Pay all your...

It’s 2025, and if you’re not using budgeting apps, you’re missing out on a world of convenience when it comes to tracking your spending. Whether you’re looking for a basic...

I remember when COVID hit in 2019. I was in San Francisco, barely a year into my Master’s programme. The world was in panic mode. International students like me were...

Note: As of 5 December 2022, the Standard Chartered Unlimited Cashback Credit Card was renamed to the Simply Cash Credit Card along with a card redesign.  Looking for a straightforward...

Digital banks are changing how Singaporeans manage their money. Unlike traditional banks, these app-based banks operate fully online, with no branches, shorter queues (read: none), and often, fewer fees. Since...

“Were you struck by lightning?” This is the best theory anyone’s ever suggested to me to explain why my hair is curly. As a Singaporean Chinese, my thick, curly ‘fro...

Just got the keys to your new car? Before you hit the road, there’s one crucial thing to lock in—your parking spot. If you’re living in an HDB flat, that...

If you shop a lot, buy groceries for the whole family, dine out often and take rides everywhere, the Citi Rewards Credit Card may be the most worth it for...

What’s buzzing in Singapore this week? From a surprise mid-year bonus for civil servants to the emotional farewell (and revival) of Geylang’s last kampong house, there’s plenty to catch up...

Despite prices almost doubling over the past decade—from around $800 to $1,500 psf—executive condominiums (ECs) remain one of Singapore’s most sought-after property types. A recent study by NUS’s Institute of...

I recently met up with a friend deep in the throes of buying his first home with his wife. Aside from the renovation loan he was taking and contractor quotes...

I think it was over a decade ago. But I still remember that one fateful Sunday morning when I went down to the hawker centre below my block, craving my...

It’s one of those weeks: card perks are shrinking, airfares might spike, but hey—there’s cashback, cheap flights, and even Les Misérables The Arena Spectacular to look forward to. DBS is trimming...

SmartRewards has been around for a while now, and if you’re not on it yet—well, you’re missing out. This is MoneySmart’s very own rewards programme designed to give you the...

Bored as well as broke? We’ve got good news for you. This Jun 2025, there’s a plethora of markets, events, and activities to keep you entertained at zero cost. This...