Did you know tuition fees at the University of Pennsylvania, United States, cost about US$66,100 (S$89,850) per year? And according to the QS World University Rankings 2025, UPenn ranks 3...

If you’re here because your New Year’s resolution is to finally start investing, you’ve come to the right place. Investing in Exchange Traded Funds, also known as ETFs is one...

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We all understand the importance of having insurance, but have you ever stopped to consider how much coverage is truly enough? When it comes to health insurance, some may think...

Ah, Singapore, a place where we willingly drop six figures on our sleek rides but can’t help but cringe at the thought of shelling out double digits just to park...

Before you dive into your weekend plans, here’s a quick rundown of what’s making waves this week. From AI-driven job cuts at DBS to FairPrice Group’s Ramadan initiative and the...

There are 2 things we all wish we had more of: money and time. When life throws unexpected bills your way, the last thing you want is to wait days—or...

It’s 2025, and if you’re not using budgeting apps, you’re missing out on a world of convenience when it comes to tracking your spending. Whether you’re looking for a basic...

Did you know that despite Singapore’s reputation as one of the safest places in the world, you’re not immune to the cunning tactics of scammers looking for easy money? It’s...

Short on cash, too shy to borrow from friends, and rejected by the bank? You’re not out of options just yet. Licensed moneylenders are like a shining beacon of hope...

Going on holiday can seem like an endless hunt for free wifi. After all, how else are you going to contact your Airbnb host or check for directions on Google...

It’s 2025, and I still get people giving me a blank expression when I mention that I recently got a flat through the SBF exercise. I get it. BTOs are...

“Buying a house in Singapore is easy!” …said no one ever. The path to home ownership in Singapore is often a difficult, convoluted and arduous task. It’s one tied to...

It’s been an eventful week. First off, we saw Budget 2025 introduce new vouchers, rebates, and perks, including something special for large families and culture lovers. YouTrip just made travel...

Insurance agent. What was your immediate reaction to that term? Probably not the most positive. Many of us have experienced an old friend inviting us for coffee, only to have...

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, in his capacity as Minister for Finance, delivered Singapore’s Budget 2025 statement on 18 Feb 2025—his first Budget as prime minister. PM Wong described it as...

Prospective home owners, your time has come—the first Build-to-Order (BTO) flat launch of 2025 is here. In Feb 2025, HDB is offering 10,622 flats for sale: 5,032 BTO flats across...

Would you carry 5 umbrellas everywhere you go? I’m guessing your answer is no, and not because umbrellas aren’t useful. Having an umbrella handy is always a good idea in...

Today is Valentine’s Day, and it seems serendipitous that this same week, we saw the first Build-to-Order (BTO) flat launch of 2025. After all, “BTO ai mai?” often precedes “Will...

Thinking about borrowing money in Singapore but worried about hidden fees and sky-high interest rates? It’s easy to assume that loans come with hidden traps—whether it’s hefty charges or rigid...

“They’re expensive, not useful, and they die. Despite all that, if I still want to get flowers for this person, I think that’s lovely.” This is what my friend told...

Adulting is hard. It’s not nearly enough to get a job, manage your bills, and remain debt-free. You also have to save for major life changes such as marriage, a...

So you’ve done your best to plan an affordable date, but your significant other has other plans—it’s a hotel staycation, expensive luxury watch, or nothing. You don’t want to break...