Investing-Goals
Invest
Can You Really Save for Retirement, Housing, and Your Kids’ Education Through Passive Investing?
Most of us wish we had the time to study the economy, actively invest, and grow our savings. But let’s face it—by the time we drag ourselves home after a...
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Travel Insurance
6 Things to Know About Travel Insurance for Extreme Sports and Outdoor Adventure Coverage (2024)
We all know friends who are adrenaline junkies. Those who get kicks out of taking crazy risks and going on wild adventures all around the world. Heck, maybe you’re thinking:...
7 May 2024
LASIK Surgery in Singapore 2024: Where To Go And How Much Does It Cost?
Healthcare
LASIK Surgery in Singapore 2024: Where To Go And How Much Does It Cost?
Going on holiday with a bunch of Singaporeans but forgot your contact lens solution? Someone else will most certainly have some with them. Why? Because Singapore has the dubious honour...
7 May 2024
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Travel
JR Pass Singapore—The Ultimate Guide to Japan Rail Pass Types & Prices (2024)
There are some Singaporeans who travel to Japan so much that the names of obscure Japanese onsens and izakayas roll off their tongues like smoother than kewpie mayo. For the...
6 May 2024
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Credit Cards
Korea’s Biggest Water Music Festival is Making its Debut Splash in Singapore—Here’s How to Snag Tickets
The coolest festival with the hottest music acts is washing up on our shores. Waterbomb Singapore 2024 is South Korea’s biggest water music festival, and it’s coming to Singapore for...
6 May 2024
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Budgeting
CPF LIFE: The Complete Guide to Payouts, Plans & Minimum Sums in 2024
Did you know Singapore is a “blue zone“? The term was coined by Dan Buettner, an American National Geographic Fellow and New York Times-bestselling author. It refers to places that have 10...
6 May 2024
Is Singapore Too Expensive to Live In?—Singapore’s Cost of Living 2024
Budgeting
Is Singapore Too Expensive to Live In?—Singapore’s Cost of Living 2024
Welcome to the most expensive city in the world. According to the Worldwide Cost of Living survey by the Economic Intelligence Unit (EIU), Singapore has once again topped the list of the world’s...
3 May 2024
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Healthcare
7 Affordable Dental Clinics in Singapore for Scaling, Polishing and More
We’ve all had it hammered into our heads that we should see the dentist once every 6 months for regular checkups. But if we followed that advice down to a...
3 May 2024
Getting a Driving Licence in Singapore (2024)—Prices and Reviews of BBDC, SSDC, and CDC
Transportation
Getting a Driving Licence in Singapore (2024)—Prices and Reviews of BBDC, SSDC, and CDC
It isn’t easy getting a driving license in Singapore. It’s a long, drawn-out process that can cost a lot of money—especially if you fail the tests a few times. I...
3 May 2024
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Home Loans
HDB Loan Eligibility, Interest Rates & Downpayment (2024)—A Beginner’s Guide
If you’re buying an HDB flat in Singapore, you often have the option of taking an HDB concessionary loan, better known as an HDB loan. Compared to a bank loan,...
2 May 2024
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Travel Insurance
Think Your Travel Insurance Covers Your Pre-Existing Medical Conditions? Think Again
Are you guilty of always buying the cheapest travel insurance policy you can get your hands on? I know I am. After all, they more or less cover the same...
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Budgeting
More Than Just a Pit Stop: 5 Hidden Gems at Your Local Petrol Station
Petrol stations are always the reliable, dependable stops that you can count on when you’re in need of some juice for your car, no matter the hour.  But beyond their...
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Personal Loans
Citi Quick Cash (Citibank Personal Loan) Review 2024—Interest Rates, Calculator & Application
Citibank users rejoice because if you need some form of money, you can easily get it in the form of Citi Quick Cash. It acts as a personal loan for...
29 April 2024
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Business
62% of Singaporeans Are Burnt Out. Here Are 3 Ways Business Leaders Can Use Technology To Help
Asian countries are known for their long working hours and stressful work cultures. As many of us have probably experienced, Singapore is no different.  Compared to our counterparts in Asia...
7 Best Rewards Credit Cards in Singapore (2024): Citibank, OCBC, DBS & More
Credit Cards
7 Best Rewards Credit Cards in Singapore (2024): Citibank, OCBC, DBS & More
If you love collecting points and redeeming them, a rewards credit card will give you some added life satisfaction. These days, there’s a lot more in banks’ rewards catalogues than...
26 April 2024
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Invest
“I Wear My Rolex into the Sea”: 4 Watch Collectors on Why You Should Wear Your Luxury Watch
The other night, I came across a YouTube video of John Mayer interviewing Ed Sheeran about his watch collection. The video was over an hour long and I told myself...
26 April 2024
Trust Bank Instant Loan Review 2024 — Low Interest Rate And Instant Application
Personal Loans
Trust Bank Instant Loan Review 2024 — Low Interest Rate And Instant Application
Would you put your trust in Trust? The local digital bank is backed by a partnership between Standard Chartered Bank and FairPrice Group, so it’s safe to say that it’s...
26 April 2024
Guide to Dependants’ Protection Scheme (DPS) in 2024: Understanding Eligibility, Premiums, and the Claim Process
Life Insurance
Guide to Dependants’ Protection Scheme (DPS) in 2024: Understanding Eligibility, Premiums, and the Claim Process
Financial security and personal protection is becoming more crucial in light of navigating uncertainties, particularly for young working adults in Singapore. Designed to provide much-needed financial security, Dependants’ Protection Scheme...
26 April 2024
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Transportation
How the (COE) Certificate of Entitlement System Works: Bidding & Process
Singapore holds a unique Guinness World Record—though it’s not necessarily one to be proud of. We’re the most expensive city in the world to own a car. The record was...
26 April 2024
Maybank Personal Loan Review 2024—3 Loans To Choose From
Personal Loans
Maybank Personal Loan Review 2024—3 Loans To Choose From
Need a personal loan but not sure which one to choose? Well, to make things more confusing, Maybank offers 3 types of personal loans! But not to worry, that’s why...
26 April 2024
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Invest
How to Buy Stocks in Singapore in 5 Easy Steps (2024) + Tips
Investing in stocks is one of the best financial decisions you could make. And the earlier you start, the more gains you’ll likely enjoy. I randomly looked at 5 popular...
25 April 2024
HSBC Personal Loan Review 2024 — Is It Worth Taking A Loan?
Personal Loans
HSBC Personal Loan Review 2024 — Is It Worth Taking A Loan?
Thinking about a home renovation to spruce up your HDB flat or maybe a short loan to tide you over until your next paycheck? A personal loan might be just...
24 April 2024
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Healthcare
Understanding Your MediSave Account in 2024 & How to Make the Most of It
No one ever wants to get sick. Apart from the horrid feeling and inconvenience, general treatments can take a pinch out of your pocket. Healthcare costs have been on a...
24 April 2024
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Opinion
What Having Unlimited Pocket Money Taught Me About Saving Money
I grew up with unlimited pocket money. I know. That sounds kinda crazy to me too—at least now as an adult. But back then, when I was a kid in...
24 April 2024
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Invest
Could Trust+ Be Better Than Fixed Deposits or T-Bills?
Interest rates were at an all-time high in 2023, which raised the rates for fixed deposits and T-bills. If you were quick to capitalise on the generous rates, you probably...