Priority Banking in Singapore (2025): Benefits, Eligibility, And More
Priority Banking
Priority Banking in Singapore (2025): Benefits, Eligibility, And More
There are many ways to fake it if you want to look rich in Singapore. You could buy a nice car and then moonlight as a Grab driver to pay...
8 January 2025
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Fitness & Beauty
Gyms Memberships in Singapore (2025)—Fitness First, True Fitness, GoFit
The big gym chains in Singapore have a reputation for being rather…how do we put this nicely… predatory. Not only will you be hounded to no end to sign up...
7 January 2025
Why the 60/40 Portfolio is Outdated—and What’s Next
Invest
Why the 60/40 Portfolio is Outdated—and What’s Next
Remember the trusty old Nokia phones and how indestructible they were? My old Nokia 3310 is still intact, but sadly, it’s no longer relevant in a world dominated by smartphones....
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Credit Cards
Maybank Horizon Visa Signature Card—MoneySmart Review 2025
While other banks promote their credit cards from the rooftops, Maybank lets its products speak for themselves. The Maybank Horizon Visa Signature Card has been quietly making an impression with...
6 January 2025
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Trends
Issue #6: What’s Happening This Week?—$300 CDC Vouchers, CNY “Fit” Notes, Credit Card Nerfs, and More
The start of a new year always comes with a host of exciting updates. 2025 is no exception. This year, we’ve started off strong with the release of the latest...
3 January 2025
CNY Snacks Are Getting Pricier, But What If Your Pineapple Tarts Could Make You Money?
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CNY Snacks Are Getting Pricier, But What If Your Pineapple Tarts Could Make You Money?
Ever done a double take at the price tag on your favorite festive treats? Yep, you saw that right—they’re practically  burning a hole in your wallet. Take bak kwa, for...
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Entertainment
10 Best Places to Catch Fireworks for Free in Singapore This New Year’s Eve 2025
The countdown to 2025 is on, and what better way to welcome the new year than with a dazzling display of fireworks? Whether you’re looking for a romantic spot, a...
28 December 2024
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Trends
Issue #5: Bus and MRT Fares Are Going Up, HSBC Extends Live+ Card’s 8% Cashback, and More
Did you see these coming? Public transport fares are going up (boo), and one of the most exciting new cards launched this year is getting its 8% cashback extended (yay!)....
27 December 2024
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Travel
Public Holidays in Singapore 2025: How to Get 48 Days of Holiday Using 15 Days of Annual Leave
Where did 2024 go? It feels like just yesterday we were making resolutions and planning holidays, and now here we are, gearing up for another new year. One of the...
27 December 2024
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Personal Loans
What To Do If My Personal Loan Gets Rejected? Key Things Singaporeans Need to Know About
Living in a first-class city like Singapore has its perks. While this life comes with convenience and infrastructure, the upkeep is one of the most expensive in the world. Whether...
26 December 2024
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Trends
6 Exciting Things to Look Forward to in 2025: Budget 2025, New Resort, Disney Cruise, and More
If 2024 taught us anything, it’s that the world loves a comeback—on stage, on screen, and even in politics. We had the 2024 Olympics in France, following the somewhat subdued...
26 December 2024
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Credit Cards
American Express True Cashback Card—MoneySmart Review 2025
Looking for a fuss-free credit card that rewards you for every single purchase? The American Express True Cashback Card might just be your perfect match, offering a straightforward 1.5% cashback...
26 December 2024
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Invest
How Does MAS Policy Impact The Singapore Dollar? And Why Should You Care?
Gatherings of central bankers sound about as much fun as having our wisdom teeth extracted…without painkillers. But–believe it or not–all that technical terminology and economics theory as well as forecasting...
19 December 2024
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Trends
Issue #4: What’s Happening This Week?—Trust Bank Launches Savings Pots, Private Home Sales Surge, and More
What do a digital otter savings buddy, private home sales and new cars have in common? They’re all part of What’s Happening This Week?, our weekly round-up of the latest...
18 December 2024
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Dining
10 Best Christmas Log Cake Promotions in Singapore (2024)—Starting From $25, Up to 30% Off
Spoiler alert: Christmas log cakes aren’t cheap, especially if you buy the really nice, glossy ones from hotels. If you go for a hefty cake (>1kg) with premium ingredients, it’s...
18 December 2024
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Shopping
Secret Santa Christmas Gift Ideas Under $25 For Every MBTI (2024)
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! And seeing as it’s already December, it’s high time you start getting those Christmas gifts and allocating a budget for them. In...
16 December 2024
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Trends
Issue #3: What’s Happening This Week?—Passport-Free Travel to JB, Falling CPF Rates, and More
This week, our finance news stories impact your savings, travel, and even health care options. From tweaks to CPF interest rates to passport-free travel initiatives, the latest headlines are filled...
13 December 2024
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Trends
Issue #2: What’s Happening This Week?—New Digital Pet Insurance, 80% Discounts for Off-Peak Commute
New curry sauce rules that aren’t currying any favours, 80% discounts to fight morning train/bus congestion (anyone missing the Covid-19 days now?), a fresh new digital pet insurance, and more....
6 December 2024
3 Best Credit Cards to Pair With Kris+ Payments
Credit Cards
3 Best Credit Cards to Pair With Kris+ Payments
For those of us with wanderlust, it always seems like the price of flights out of Singapore are–pun totally intended–soaring upwards. It’s 1 big reason why so many people like...
6 December 2024
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Announcements
MoneySmart Profiling Lucky Draw (Nov 2024)
Thank you for participating in the MoneySmart Profiling Lucky Draw (Nov 2024). Here are the lucky winners: Lucky Draw Gift Name 7,460 SmartPoints Dominick Tan 7,010 SmartPoints Law Jia Hong...
5 December 2024
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Invest
How to Choose a Proposal Ring with an Investment Grade Gemstone
You’ve probably heard the term “a diamond is forever”. But did you know this romanticised saying was originally a tagline for an advertisement? It comes from the diamond company De...
27 November 2024
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Invest
ASML Share Plunge: Why Has This Chip Equipment Company Lost Nearly 20% Of Its Value?
When it comes to semiconductors and investing, all anyone ever seems to talk about is Nvidia (to the mooooooooon!)—the chip designer that’s seen massive share price gains. But another name...
27 November 2024
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Announcements
MoneySmart Profiling Lucky Draw (Oct 2024)
Thank you for participating in the MoneySmart Profiling Lucky Draw (Oct 2024). Here are the lucky winners: Prize Winner 8,350 SmartPoints Lawrence Goh 6,140 SmartPoints Ler Eng Sheng S$100 Cash...
27 November 2024
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Trends
Issue #1: What’s Happening This Week?—Civil Servants’ Bonus, COE drops, SCB Launches New Luxury Card
Short on time to catch up on the news, but want to stay informed about what’s happening in Singapore? We’ve got you covered. Our team has sifted through the overwhelming...
26 November 2024
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Shopping
Best Black Friday Deals and Promo Codes (2024): ShopBack, Dyson, Zalora, Royal Caribbean, and More
Food, beauty, electronics, home living, toys, fashion—everything goes on sale for one special day each month. And in November, after the 11.11 sales, we get a second chance at snagging...
26 November 2024