
Announcements
MoneySmart Profiling Lucky Draw (Dec 2024)
Thank you for participating in the MoneySmart Profiling Lucky Draw (Dec 2024). Here are the lucky winners: Lucky Draw Gift Name 50,000 SmartPoints Qze Han 5,000 SmartPoints Kit Yee Leong...
15 May 2025

Credit Cards
Best Bank Offers in Singapore (May 2025): Win a Lilo & Stitch-Inspired Hawaii Vacation, Get Up to 50% off Flights, and More
Everybody loves credit card sign-up promotions, but not many of us realise the promotions don’t end with a welcome gift. Banks actually shower us with tons of lifestyle deals and...
15 May 2025

Savings Accounts
10 Best Savings Accounts in Singapore with the Highest Interest Rates (May 2025)
Two of Singapore’s top savings accounts—UOB One and OCBC 360—got nerfed on 1 May 2025. Interestingly, the updated rates put them pretty much neck and neck. So… which savings account is...
14 May 2025

Personal Loans
Using a Personal Loan for a Used Car Purchase: What You Need to Know
COE prices killing your car dreams? You’re not alone. With sky-high premiums making brand-new rides feel out of reach, many Singaporeans are turning to buying second-hand. In fact, Singapore’s used...
14 May 2025

Travel Insurance
6 Best Travel Insurance Plans in Singapore (May 2025)
On my very first overseas trip without my parents, the airline lost my luggage for almost 24 hours. I was headed to Madrid, Spain, and had a layover in Zurich, Switzerland....
13 May 2025

Personal Loans
The True Cost of Saying ‘I Do’ in Singapore: What Couples Often Overlook
Just said “yes” to forever? Congratulations! Now comes the planning, the Pinterest boards, and the avalanche of to-dos leading up to your big day. As romantic as weddings are, the...
9 May 2025

Personal Loans
Our Top-Rated Personal Loans for Engaged Couples (No Early Repayment Penalty)
Planning a wedding in Singapore is exciting—and let’s face it, expensive. From booking the venue and hiring a photographer to purchasing a bridal gown, suit, and covering the banquet, honeymoon,...
9 May 2025

Personal Loans
How Much Could You Save by Consolidating Your Debts?
Debt consolidation isn’t just banker jargon—it’s a smart, straightforward way to simplify your finances. By rolling your loans and credit card balances into a single payment with one interest rate,...
9 May 2025

Travel Insurance
Airline Travel Insurance—Are These Worth Adding to Your Flight Booking?
You know that moment when you’re booking a flight, and right before you checkout, the airline nudges you to add travel insurance? Most of us just shrug it off, assuming...
9 May 2025

Personal Loans
Why Paying Minimum on Credit Cards May Cost You In the Long Run
Credit cards are an ubiquitous part of our lives, and still remarkably relevant in Singapore, even amidst the rise of e-wallets and other digital payment methods. It’s not uncommon to...
7 May 2025

Personal Loans
“I Lost $12,000 That was Going to Pay for Childcare”: How 4 Redditors Used Personal Loans to Manage Baby Costs
What would you do if the $12,000 you’d earmarked for childcare disappeared overnight? That’s what happened to one new parent who posted on Reddit: Though this Redditor is from overseas,...
7 May 2025

Family
The Cost of Having a Baby in Singapore—Delivery Charges, Doctor’s Fees and Everything Else
If you’re reading this, you’re likely on the cusp of one of life’s biggest decisions—considering having / expecting a child. While the emotional rewards are priceless, the financial realities can...
6 May 2025

Personal Loans
Are You Paying More Than You Should With Dealer Financing?
Imagine this: you’re standing in a glossy car showroom, admiring your future ride, and the dealer leans in with a smile: “Why not finance it with us? We offer in-house...
2 May 2025

Trends
Issue #23: What’s Happening This Week? A $16 Million Penthouse Sale, Viral Sponge Charm, and More
In this week’s news mix, we have a viral sponge charm that’s taken the island by storm and a jaw-dropping luxury property payday. This week is also the last week...
30 April 2025

Healthcare
24-Hour Clinics in Singapore (2025): A Guide to Consultation Fees and Surcharges
Imagine this—it’s the middle of the night, and you or a loved one suddenly falls ill. You’ve run out of medicine, and it’s long past the opening hours of your...
29 April 2025

Transportation
Step-by-Step Guide to Getting a Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) for Driving to Malaysia
Singaporeans and crossing the Causeway for cheap groceries—name a better duo. I’ll wait. If you’re planning a trip to Johor Bahru soon, you’ve probably heard about the new entry requirements...
29 April 2025

Budgeting
Singapore Government Payouts to Expect for the Rest of 2025
Did you hear? The government is giving away money to Singaporeans again. This time isn’t another small handout. Budget 2025 is packed with financial support for every Singaporean. “A budget...
28 April 2025

Wedding
Wedding Ang Bao Rates in Singapore (Apr 2025)—How Much Should You Give?
Wedding dinners in Singapore can sometimes be a mercenary affair. Don’t be fooled into thinking that wedding ang baos (red packets) are purely a gift from the heart. In Singapore,...
28 April 2025

This Versus That
Affordable Meal Prep and Tingkat services in Singapore (2025)
Let’s face it: The modern work-life struggle in Singapore means you’re likely juggling Zoom meetings, Slack notifications, and barely-there lunch breaks. Cooking a healthy meal from scratch every day? Sounds...
28 April 2025

Family
10 Best Flower Shops for Mother’s Day 2025—From As Low As $14.90
Mother’s Day is fast approaching, and if you’re looking for a thoughtful way to show your appreciation, a beautiful bouquet is always a wonderful choice. Now, I know what you’re...
25 April 2025

Shopping
Which is the Most Affordable Online Bookstore in Singapore? We Compared 6 to Find Out
I’ve always had a soft spot for browsing books in person, so I was pretty excited to hear that Books Kinokuniya is opening a new outlet at Raffles City this...
25 April 2025

Trends
Issue #22: What’s Happening This Week? DBS Early Access to Waterbomb 2025, Latest Netflix Price Hike, and More
From price hikes to party vibes, there’s plenty of buzz in finance, travel, and lifestyle this week. One platform’s quietly raised its prices (again), another’s dropping travel deals up to...
23 April 2025

Travel
Bintan and Batam Ferry Prices—Which is the Cheapest Ferry? (2025)
I don’t know about you guys, but I love sneaking off to Batam for a cheeky weekend escape. It’s like my very own holiday-lite. No overpriced flight tickets, no stressing...
22 April 2025

Property
Guide to the HDB Flat Eligibility (HFE) Letter (2025): When You Need It, How to Apply, and More
Whether you’re buying a Built-To-Order (BTO) flat or a resale flat from HDB, there’s one slightly leh chey thing you’re gonna need to prepare. It’s not a 4-letter word like...
22 April 2025

Family
12 Best Mother’s Day 2025 Dining Deals in Singapore: Mums Dine Free, Credit Card Promos, And More
Some of my fondest memories with my mum are over a good meal. They say mum’s cooking is the best—but my mum would much rather be on the receiving end....
21 April 2025