Saxo is one of my favourite brokers. I used it to invest in ETFs a few years ago because it always seemed professional and reputable. Also, the SaxoTraderGO platform is...

Sights to see, activities to do, food to eat—these are the factors that we usually turn our focus to when we travel. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we all...

If you’re considering a robo advisor, you might be considered a “lazy investor”. Don’t worry; that’s nothing to be ashamed of. After all, with the number of hours Singaporeans spend...

When you hear Allianz, you might think of them as the go-to for life and health insurance, but did you know they’re one of the preferred providers for travel insurance...

Thank you for participating in the MoneySmart x Citigold Lucky Draw (Apr 2024). Here are the lucky winners: Prize Winners Chateau 34 Bottle Wine Cooler (CW343ES AT) Chin Keong Whang...

Thank you for participating in MoneySmart x Profiling Lucky Draw (Sep 2024). Here are the lucky winners: Prize Winners Sony WF-1000XM5 Noise Cancelling Headphones (worth S$429.00) Lester Eng S$50 Cash...

Back when we were kids, borrowing money was a simple affair. You’d ask your friend if you could borrow $5, they would hand you cash from their Hello Kitty wallet,...

Do you remember Allianz, the prominent German insurer, wanting to buy a 50% controlling stake in Income in July? Well, it seems that the deal is on hold (for now)....

For those of us adulting in Singapore, we want something in return when we spend on credit cards. That “something” is typically either air miles–like KrisFlyer miles that we can...

“Things are cheaper than before!” said no one ever. When it comes to living costs, there’s a lot that Singaporeans are up against. Singapore was ranked as the world’s most...

As Deepavali draws near, Singapore lights up with vibrant colours, lively kolam, and the enticing scent of mithai—traditional Indian sweets. These treats are more than just desserts. They’re symbols of...

In Singapore, the credit card scene (and the air miles involved with them) can be kind of overwhelming. Do I use this card for that? How many miles am I...

Last year, MoneySmart announced the launch of SmartRewards, our very own rewards programme that gives you the ultimate flexibility to choose the gifts you want. At the heart of the...

Does it feel like you’ve got golden handcuffs on when it comes to your corporate job? Or are you already dreaming of not having to deal with another underwhelming (and...

At first glance, the Trust Cashback Credit Card seems to bring you the best of both cashback worlds: Unlimited cashback credit cards let you earn limitless cashback on pretty much...

Travel influencers make it look like a breeze to explore the world without burning through cash. But let’s be real—whether it’s splurging on a private dinner under the stars in...

This Oct 2024, MoneySmart turns 15! It’s been quite a ride, and we couldn’t have done it without you. To thank you for your support over the past 15 years,...

Avocado poached eggs on toast for $20. Atas coffee that costs $7 a cup. Taking a Grab when it’s surge pricing–all these things add up fast! The point is, that...

Yes, yes, we all know that uttering that acronym “CPF” is as much of a buzzkill as a eating at the latest “hot” restaurant and realising it actually sucks.  But...

The 2024 Build-to-Order (BTO) season is going out with a bang. The Oct 2024 BTO launch will be the last one of the year, and will offer 8,573 flats across...

Trying to understand all the acronyms that the CPF board in Singapore likes to throw at us can feel like juggling 10 balls while riding a unicycle (i.e. impossible). But...

Alright, so we always hear that message about how savings for retirement is so important. Saving and investing ourselves is a crucial part of that whole process.  Yet in Singapore,...

Delicious brunch in the morning, followed by roaming the malls and streets of Bangkok on a shopping spree, and topping it off with an indulgent meal of smoky, delicious mookata...

Foreign exchange rates might seem like a topic for Wall Street, but in Singapore, they’re closer to home than you’d expect. The strength of the Singapore Dollar (SGD) directly impacts...

Everyone needs a good massage once in a while, especially after prolonged periods of hunching over our desks while working. Sadly, massages in Singapore are terribly expensive, with prices starting...