
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

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

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

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

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...
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Credit Cards
What Kind of Driver Are You? Discover Your Driving Personality Type and the Esso Fuel Rewards You’ll Need
In this compact city-state, getting from point A to point B is always an adventure. On Singapore roads, you’ll often encounter a diverse mix of drivers—from the professionals navigating the...
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Crypto
What Is Bitcoin Halving, and Will It Take Prices to Another New High?
The next Bitcoin halving is projected to take place this week, around 19 April 2024. This major event can drastically affect the price of Bitcoin. Whether you’re considering investing in...
19 April 2024

Personal Loans
CIMB Personal Loan Review 2024: Low Interest Rates from 2.80% Per Annum
Perhaps you’ve got a wedding coming up, or a hospital bill to pay off. Or you could be planning to further your studies or embark on a small business venture....
19 April 2024

Credit Cards
Is the DBS Visa Debit Card Better Than a Credit Card?—MoneySmart Review 2024
Haven’t used a debit card since you were too young and poor to apply for a credit card? The DBS Visa Debit Card just might change that. That’s because you can...
18 April 2024

Healthcare
CareShield Life Guide 2024: What It Is & How to Make the Most of It
By 2050, nearly half of Singapore’s population will be at least 65 years old. With an ageing population, Singapore is bracing for a surge in healthcare spending. It’s vital that...
18 April 2024

Personal Loans
GXS FlexiLoan Review 2024 — Could This Be One Of The Most Flexible Loans Out There?
When it comes to personal loans, we usually think of high interest rates and high fees by the big bad banks, right? But there’s one out there that’s different. Digital...
18 April 2024

Travel
The Ultimate Guide to 24-Hour Money Changers in Singapore
So, you’re all set to embark on your long-awaited trip. Flights and accommodation—booked. Travel itinerary—planned. Suitcase—packed. Travel insurance—checked. There’s just one final step left: changing money. But it’s 11 pm,...
17 April 2024

Healthcare
Guide to MediShield Life in Singapore 2024—An Updated Look at Premiums, Coverage, Deductibles and Claims
When in Singapore, healthcare can be quite costly. This is also why many working adults invest in medical and hospitalisation insurance the moment they can afford it. Whenever we fall...
16 April 2024

Budgeting
Singapore Inflation Rate 2024—What Is It and Why Does It Matter?
OK, confession time. Even though I know that Inflation is Very Bad and I should do all I can to stay ahead of it, I must confess I haven’t a...
16 April 2024

Credit Cards
Citi Rewards Credit Card Lets You Accumulate Points for Miles, Cash Rebates and More—MoneySmart Review 2024
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...
15 April 2024

Credit Cards
The UOB Absolute Cashback Card is Getting Nerfed—MoneySmart Review 2024
“The only credit card with no spend exclusion”, UOB promises of their UOB Absolute Cashback Card. For now. From 6 May 2024, UOB is nerfing their “limitless” cashback credit card....
12 April 2024

Personal Loans
UOB Personal Loan Review 2024: Low Interest Rates from 2.88% Per Annum, Up To 2% Cash Rebate & Flexible Repayment Terms
Have an emergency that requires a large sum of money or want to consolidate credit card debt? Or perhaps your house needs some repairs or you want to renovate. Well,...
12 April 2024

Property
What Kind of Help Can Young Couples Get From HDB When Buying Their First Home?
In conventional Singaporean fashion, every couple looking to settle has to plan years ahead with a BTO application. While it may sound unromantic, it’s still the most affordable way to...
11 April 2024

Travel Insurance
Income’s Travel Insurance Review (2024): COVID-19 Coverage, Pre-existing Conditions, Promotions, Premiums
When you come across the acronym “NTUC,” the FairPrice supermarket probably comes to mind, as every self-respecting auntie would attest. However, frequent travellers may also associate it with the renowned...
9 April 2024

Budgeting
Should I Switch My Electricity Provider? 5 Most Common Questions About SP Group Answered
Remember when the Open Electricity Market (OEM) came into effect on 1 May 2019, and the streets were filled with salespeople trying to convince you to switch? If you’re like...
9 April 2024

Credit Cards
New UOB Lady’s Card Offering Up to 10 Miles Per Dollar—MoneySmart Review 2024
Most of us are still pouting from the announcement that the UOB One Account will be dropping its interest rates come 1 May 2024. But with every door that closes...
8 April 2024

Invest
Singapore Savings Bond (SSB) Review 2024—What are the Interest Rates and How to Buy
Ever since its inception in 2015, the Singapore Savings Bonds (SSB), launched by the Government, has transformed from a conservative investment option with low returns to a worthwhile investment vehicle...
5 April 2024

Budgeting
Here’s One Way to Save More When You Buy Your Next Mobile Phone
If you have your heart set on the latest iPhone or Samsung phone, then your wallet better be ready. Today, you must fork out anywhere from $1,928 for the Samsung S24...
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Business
Why You Should Consider a Business Credit Card, Even for Your Side Hustle
When thinking about business credit cards, it’s easy to jump to the conclusion that they’re exclusively for large established businesses—not for everyday folks like us, right? Well, think again. Whether...
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Invest
CPF Investment Scheme (CPFIS) – Everything You Need to Know About Investing with CPF
As someone who regularly invests, I’m not exactly a fan of CPF. My money ends up sitting in my Ordinary Account (OA), earning a measly 2.5% p.a. or up to...
2 April 2024