renting home singapore
Property
3 Surprising Reasons Singaporeans Might Want to Choose Renting Rather Than Buying a Home
Conventional wisdom says that you should always buy a home rather than rent. Singaporeans tend to believe that renting keeps you in the poorhouse for the rest of your life,...
19 May 2015
Other Than a Good Education, Here are 3 Factors People Don’t Realise That Affect Financial Success
Opinion
Other Than a Good Education, Here are 3 Factors People Don’t Realise That Affect Financial Success
There’s been a lot of talk lately about whether the government’s exhortation that a degree isn’t a prerequisite for success is a lot of hot air. To be precise, there’s...
19 May 2015
3 Things That You Haven’t Realised Are Screwing You Over Financially
Opinion
3 Things That You Haven’t Realised Are Screwing You Over Financially
Sure, poring over your credit card and bank statements can help you to cut your spending, but what if there are other things in your life that are affecting you...
17 May 2015
home loan refinancing singapore
Home Loans
You Could Be Paying More Interest on Your Home Loan than Necessary – How and When to Start Refinancing
Despite what people still think, ostriches do not bury their hands in the sand at the sign of danger. They’re smarter than that. Yet, when it comes to money, many...
16 May 2015
japanese food singapore
Dining
6 Authentic Japanese Restaurants in Singapore That are Also Affordable
Ask Singaporeans what their favourite type of cuisine is and half will tell you it’s Japanese. And unlike lacklustre offerings from local restaurants of other types of cuisines (I’m looking...
15 May 2015
“Buy Package Then Shop Closes Down?” – Here’s The One Solution That Will Solve This Problem
Budgeting
“Buy Package Then Shop Closes Down?” – Here’s The One Solution That Will Solve This Problem
I’ve stopped trusting strangers who ask for money ever since I was a teen. I had given $5 to a monk asking for donations and instead he asked me for...
15 May 2015
3 Inexpensive Experiences in Singapore That Will Make You Feel Like You’re on an Overseas Holiday
Entertainment
3 Inexpensive Experiences in Singapore That Will Make You Feel Like You’re on an Overseas Holiday
When you only have x vacation days a year, not using them to go on holiday can make life seem, well, not worth living. What’s the point in all those...
15 May 2015
How to Lend Money to Friends and Get it Back Without Ruining the Friendship
Opinion
How to Lend Money to Friends and Get it Back Without Ruining the Friendship
Never lend money to friends unless you can handle never seeing it again, says just about everyone. But let’s face it, if you were that rich you would just give...
14 May 2015
How Poor Work-Life Balance and Lack of Free Time Makes Life in Singapore More Expensive
Opinion
How Poor Work-Life Balance and Lack of Free Time Makes Life in Singapore More Expensive
In Singapore, it’s pretty much understood that if you want money you’re going to have to sacrifice time—lots and lots of time, judging by the fact that Singaporeans work the...
14 May 2015
couples save money singapore
Budgeting
7 Simple Ways Couples Can Save More Money in Singapore
You may have recently heard that divorces and separations are on the rise in Singapore. I’m betting $50 that a good number of the marriages soured due to money matters. I’m...
13 May 2015
modern home office
Budgeting
How to get the Modern Singapore Home Office for under $1000
Whether you have a full time stay-at-home job or are cramming in after-hour duties, a home office is nice to have – a space where the focus should be on relaxation and comfort. A well-decorated workspace has the power to inspire and rejuvenate, turning the most mundane of tasks into bearable and (dare we say) […]
13 May 2015
paris travel lower budget
Travel
Planning a Romantic Trip to Paris? Here are Some Tips for Lowering Your Budget
An estimated 10% of all Singaporeans have the Eiffel Tower on their Facebook cover page. Another 20% have photos of themselves  beaming in front of a Parisian skyline. Of these...
13 May 2015
make money singapore
Career
5 Quick Ways to Make Money in Singapore If You Need Cash Fast
Did you know you could make up to $250 an hour doing homework in Singapore? A recent MyPaper article revealed just how much parents were willing to spend in order...
12 May 2015
online shopping
Credit Cards
5 Things to Watch Out For Before You Splurge Online in Foreign Currencies
Shopping online has made it so easy to spend your hard earned money. Because you don’t actually see any cash changing hands, or see what effect the weight of your...
12 May 2015
5 Weird but Totally Legal Ways to Earn Spare Cash in Singapore
Opinion
5 Weird but Totally Legal Ways to Earn Spare Cash in Singapore
I get offended by people who insist that if you’re not earning enough, it means you’re not working hard enough. Because who says you need to get a traditional job...
11 May 2015
electric car singapore
Transportation
4 Huge Reasons Why Electric Cars Are Still Not The Solution To Expensive Petrol Cars in Singapore
We pay so much in petrol each month that entire credit cards have been dedicated to making these monthly extractions less painful. So the idea of buying an electric car...
8 May 2015
How Much Does it Cost to Realign Your Teeth and Have a Great Smile in Singapore?
Healthcare
How Much Does it Cost to Realign Your Teeth and Have a Great Smile in Singapore?
Remember when you were in school and used to laugh at those kids with braces, calling them metal mouths? Well guess what, now the tables have turned, and after all...
8 May 2015
no-claim discount protector singapore
Car Insurance
Car Insurance No-Claim Discount Protector – Is It Worth The Money?
When it comes to driving on the road in Singapore, I’m extra kiasu. I signal a whole 5 seconds before I change lanes, even when there are no cars behind...
8 May 2015
cashback credit cards
Credit Cards
Cashback Credit Cards – How They Actually Work and What You Need To Know
As Singaporeans, we’re an interesting species. When it comes to looking for good food or places to make out, we look online. But when it comes to our personal finances,...
7 May 2015
fuji rock festival
Entertainment
Fuji Rock Festival – Here’s How You Can Enjoy This Amazing Festival on a Budget
So you think Laneway is for wimps. You want to go to a real music festival, one with mud, tents and portaloos. Fuji Rock Festival, which is happening from 24...
7 May 2015
change job singapore
Career
Is It Really Possible to Switch Jobs to a New Industry Without Suffering a Pay Cut in Singapore?
Nobody these days expects you to stay in your company, or even in your industry, for life. I know a lawyer who didn’t show up again after his first day...
7 May 2015
insurance investment singapore
Opinion
Insurance or Investment – Which Prepares You Better For Retirement?
I want you to imagine a world. In this world, we’d all be paid a good salary that not only allows us to live comfortably on, but also provides enough...
6 May 2015
mustafa centre
Shopping
Mustafa vs NTUC Part 2: Is it Really a Good Idea to Buy Your Groceries at Mustafa?
Ah, Mustafa… a magician’s hat filled with low cost goodies. Whenever someone asks where to buy cheap electronics, change currency at a good rate or save money on their toiletries,...
5 May 2015
london travel
Travel
Tips for Reducing the Cost of a Romantic Trip to London
Every Singaporean makes it to London at some point. Even if you have barely travelled, there’s a high chance your very first long overseas trip will involve London. The fact...
5 May 2015
retirement models singapore
Budgeting
3 Alternative Retirement Models Singaporeans Should Consider
Think “retiree” and you get images of some old guy in a Hawaiian shirt, pina colada in hand, lounging in a Bali resort. This guy lives in the lap of...
5 May 2015