
Property
What Is The Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty (ABSD) “99-1 Loophole” in Singapore and Is It Illegal? (2024)
The mark of a true blue Singaporean isn’t how well he/she can follow the law, it’s about getting around it without breaking it. But all that becomes tricky when we’re...
24 June 2024

Budgeting
The 6 Best Subscriptions Worth Spending On Today
The other day, I wanted to show my mum a video on YouTube. I searched for the video, tapped on the right one, and an advertisement for some makeup wipes...
19 June 2024

Property
HDB BTO Jun 2024 Review: Locations, Prices, Site Plans, Expected Application Rates, and More
PSA: Apply for your Jun 2024 BTO flat by 26 Jun 2024 via the HDB Flat Portal. You know what’s special about the Jun 2024 HDB Build-To-Order (BTO) launch? Firstly,...
19 June 2024

Budgeting
How To Choose the Best Mobile Plan for Your Kids, Ageing Parents, and Helper
Choosing a data plan for yourself is easy. Personally, I just go for the plan that offers the most data for the lowest price. The tricky part is picking a...
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Budgeting
Here’s Everything You Should Know About the Supplementary Retirement Scheme (SRS) Account
In Singapore, retirement is always something we crave. While not all of us will be FIRE fanatics, we do want to plan for having more of that cash money when...
14 June 2024

Entertainment
Best Places to Watch Euro 2024 and Live Sports Screenings in Singapore
Discover the best sports bars in Singapore to watch Euro 2024 and live sports screenings. Enjoy the game with great ambience, cheap drinks, and delicious food at these popular hangouts....
14 June 2024

Budgeting
5 Hair Salons for Curly Hair—How Much Does it Cost to Get a Curly Haircut in Singapore?
As someone with naturally curly hair, my number one red flag for hairdressers in Singapore is being told that I should rebond my hair to “fix” it. To be fair,...
11 June 2024

Budgeting
UOB Lady’s Solitaire Card Gives You 4 Miles Per Dollar on Specific Spending Categories
We all like to rack up those credit card rewards and points, don’t we? So, whether you like to order in those convenient deliveries a lot from Foodpanda/Deliveroo, take mad...
7 June 2024

Credit Cards
Citibank Cash Back+ Credit Card: MoneySmart Review 2024
I have a soft spot for cash back credit cards. There’s none of that beating around the bush, trying to predict when your rewards points expire or getting slapped with...
6 June 2024

Career
New Flexible Work Arrangements Guidelines Coming in Dec 2024—What Does it Mean for Us?
Singaporeans are placing higher values on fulfilling both their professional and personal responsibilities. Ever since the introduction of remote working during the pandemic, nearly 93% now prefer workplace flexibility. 38%...
31 May 2024

Crypto
How To Sensibly Invest in GameStop, AMC, Crypto, and Other High-Risk Markets
Investing can get boring. For years, I did everything by the book: Dollar-cost average into low-cost ETFs (exchange-traded funds) and set-and-forget Buy safe blue-chip stocks that offer decent dividends and,...
31 May 2024

Career
“If You Can Get Pregnant, We Can’t Hire You”: A True Story About Hiring Discrimination
Should women have opportunities to work? That seems like an unnecessary question. It’s 2024, for Pete’s sake. Women have been in the workforce since the 19th century, with the 20th...
31 May 2024

Property
Everything You Need To Know About HDB’s New Resale Flat Listing Service (RFL)
If you’ve ever tried selling your HDB flat, you know it can be a complex process. Often, you’re facing a mountain of paperwork while hunting down for a reliable property...
30 May 2024

Opinion
Is Upgrading From an HDB to a Condo a “Must” to Build Wealth? We Rate Advice From Reddit
The acronym “HDB” can deliver a range of emotions for any Singaporean looking to get their hands on the local housing ladder. That’s because the process to get one is...
30 May 2024

Credit Cards
Didn’t Manage To Get Tickets To A-Mei’s Singapore Shows? MoneySmart is Giving Away 60 Cat 1 Tickets to ASMeiR MAX 2024 World Tour
If you’re reading this, chances are you missed out on securing tickets to A-Mei’s highly anticipated ASMeiR MAX 2024 World Tour in Singapore. The first show on 27 July 2024...
27 May 2024

Property
Buying a House? Here are 8 Terms You Need to Know Before You Meet Your Realtor
For many of us, buying a home might be the biggest purchase of our lives. Ideally, we want to get it right. I’m not just talking about choosing the right...
27 May 2024

Career
Going Freelance? Here’s How You Should Plan Your CPF & Finances For 2024
Back when I started freelancing full-time in 2014, the only friends who were free to meet up with me at midnight were home tutors. Now, it seems like half of...
24 May 2024

Travel
7 Underrated Destination Dupes for Youths—Save Money and Avoid Crowds
Travel addicts and wanderlusting young ‘uns, listen up. If you’ve ever dreamed of visiting a world-renowned travel spot but baulked at the price tag, you’re not alone. We’ve all been...
24 May 2024

Car Loans
How to Bid for Your Own Certificate of Entitlement (COE)
The Certificate of Entitlement (COE) is a very expensive piece of paper that you must have to own a car in Singapore. It regulates vehicle ownership in our land-scarce country....
21 May 2024

Shopping
Do You Shop on Shopee? There’s a 50% Chance You’re Missing Out on Additional Income
If you shop on Shopee, there’s a high chance that you’ve shared a great product with your friends at some point. And guess what? You could have earned money from...
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Opinion
How to Help Someone Who Repeatedly Falls for Scams: It’s Not Just a Money Issue, It’s a Psychological One
Have you been scammed before? If it’s a resounding yes, then shame is the dominant feeling you’ve felt immediately. “Why didn’t I see that coming?” You sighed. But what if...
20 May 2024

Budgeting
Climate Vouchers 2024: How to Claim Your $300 & What to Buy With Them
Is the recent sweltering weather inspiring you to get a new air conditioner? Upgrade your fan? Invest in a bigger fridge? Good news. Thanks to an enhanced government programme, you...
17 May 2024

Travel
Best Hotel Rewards and Loyalty Programmes That Work Around the World in 2024
Picture this: You’re sipping a complimentary glass of champagne as you step into a luxurious suite with breathtaking views of an iconic city skyline. The concierge greets you by name,...
16 May 2024

Savings Accounts
5 Ways To Cut Back on Expenses in 2024 (Without Feeling the Pinch)
Let’s face it, Singapore isn’t exactly known for being cheap. With GST sitting at 9% and the cost of groceries, transport, and housing constantly rising, we need to be more...
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Travel Insurance
Travel Insurance Singapore Guide (2024): Must-Knows for Choosing the Best Travel Insurance
Travelling is a favourite Singaporean pastime. A national sport, if you will. But while we all love travel and wanderlust, most of us don’t give much thought to buying travel insurance....
10 May 2024