Why Every Singaporean Needs an Emergency Fund—And How You Can Build Yours
Budgeting
Why Every Singaporean Needs an Emergency Fund—And How You Can Build Yours
Almost every financial advisor you meet will ask if you have an emergency fund in place. You know what the unfortunate thing is? Too many Singaporeans...
3 October 2024
“Am I Hoarding or Am I Selling?”—How This Gemstone Collector and Businessman Manages His >$1 Million Collection
Career
“Am I Hoarding or Am I Selling?”—How This Gemstone Collector and Businessman Manages His >$1 Million Collection
Is it really possible to do what you love for a living? It’s an ideal that many of us were brought up to believe, myself included. But as I powered th...
30 September 2024
2 Ways That The Latest Fed Interest Rate Cut Affects Singaporean Homeowners
Property
2 Ways That The Latest Fed Interest Rate Cut Affects Singaporean Homeowners
When anyone ever utters the phrase “monetary policy”, it can generally be a great way to lose someone’s attention. However, with the latest interest r...
30 September 2024
MoneySmart Rollin' Rewards Lucky Draw
Announcements
MoneySmart Rollin' Rewards Lucky Draw
Thank you for participating in the MoneySmart’s June Lucky Draw. Here are the lucky winners: Prize Winners Apple 11-inch iPad Air Wi-Fi 128GB (w...
27 September 2024
MoneySmart x UOB Lucky Draw (March 2024)
Announcements
MoneySmart x UOB Lucky Draw (March 2024)
Thank you for participating in the MoneySmart UOB March 2024 Giveaway. Here are the lucky winners: Winners Rolex Explorer 36mm 124270 Stainless...
27 September 2024
Retirement Planning in Singapore: A Starter Guide for Confused Millennials and Gen Zs
Budgeting
Retirement Planning in Singapore: A Starter Guide for Confused Millennials and Gen Zs
When you think “retirement”, do you imagine travelling the world or cruising on your own yacht? Sorry, but retirement in Singapore isn’t quite as cush...
27 September 2024
Instarem Amaze Card Review—After UOB's Nerf, Which are the Best Credit Cards to Link With it?
Credit Cards
Instarem Amaze Card Review—After UOB's Nerf, Which are the Best Credit Cards to Link With it?
Any miles chaser worth their salt has heard of the Instarem Amaze Card—if not already has it in their wallet. Among the flood of multi-currency card...
27 September 2024
What Happens To Your Cash When The US Federal Reserve Cuts Interest Rates?
Invest
What Happens To Your Cash When The US Federal Reserve Cuts Interest Rates?
So it’s finally official. On 18 Sep 2024, the US Federal Reserve, the central bank of the world’s largest economy, announced a 0.5% (50 basis points)...
26 September 2024
Zurich Travel Insurance—MoneySmart Review (2024)
Travel Insurance
Zurich Travel Insurance—MoneySmart Review (2024)
What if I told you there’s a travel insurance plan that will give you free airport lounge access if your flight gets delayed? What if this travel insu...
26 September 2024
The UOB One Card Now Offers up to 20% Cashback—but Here's the Catch (MoneySmart Review 2024)
Credit Cards
The UOB One Card Now Offers up to 20% Cashback—but Here's the Catch (MoneySmart Review 2024)
Does earning 20% cashback on a credit card sound like a dream? UOB's just made that dream a reality with their UOB One Card. The UOB One Card has alw...
24 September 2024