Think retirees can’t apply for credit cards? Think again. As long as you meet the basic eligibility criteria, there are plenty of excellent credit card options in Singapore, even if...

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...

Let’s face it—dining out in Singapore isn’t cheap. Between GST, service charge, and the sneaky add-ons, a “simple” buffet outing can feel more like a financial commitment than a casual...

This July, sign up for a credit card and you could walk away with welcome gifts like: Up to $550 cash with $500 minimum spend (plus a chance to win $10,000!) Up to...

This week in money moves: SG60 vouchers have dropped—and so are electricity and gas prices for some utility bill relief.  Over in banking, DBS is reviving its PayLah cashback programme—just...

The other day, my mum thumbed through her wallet and mused out loud: “I’ll keep this CIMB credit card—it has no annual fee, and I won’t be able to apply...

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 realtor William Tan first began putting out property content for LGBTQ+ Singaporeans, it was all about the basics: what are the options available? As Singapore doesn’t recognise same-sex marriage,...

It’s the first day of July, and there’s good news to kick off the month: every Singapore citizen aged 21 and above can look forward to receiving up to $800...

Let’s be honest—the Citi SMRT Card doesn’t exactly have the coolest name. You might even mistake it for just another transport card. But if you ask me, this card is...

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...