The Student’s Guide to Personal Finance

Wondering how to manage your finances as a student? This is a guide to help...

5 Clever Subscription Hacks To Help You Save Money

Did you know that your subscription services could be costing you more than you think?...

HDB Loan vs Bank Loan: Which Should You Choose?

HDB loan or Bank Loan? Let us explore the options to help you make a...

Owning vs Renting a Car in Singapore: A Cost Breakdown

Owning a car has become increasingly more expensive. Is renting a car really that affordable?...

A Guide to Singapore’s Best Savings Accounts

Which banks will offer you the best interest rates?...

The Value of Money – 5 Lessons for Your Child

Teaching your child the value of money is the first step in their journey into...

What Is the Consumer Price Index, and How Does It Affect Me?

With CPI increasing lately and greater pressures of inflation, how am I affected as a...

Freelancers and SEPs: Guide to Income Taxes and CPF Contributions in Singapore

Find out how to file for your income taxes and make MediSave contributions as a...

What Should Condo Owners Know About Their Duties, and the Maintenance and Management of Their Property?

Condominiums are managed differently from other residential properties. Here’s how the Building Maintenance and Strata...

Eco-Friendly Personal Finance: How You Can Make the Switch Too

Climate change is catching up to us and the choices we make regarding our finances...

How To Prepare for and Survive the COVID-19 Recession

Experts have predicted that a recession is looming. Here’s how you can gear yourself up,...

A Beginner’s Guide to CPF: Contributions, Account Types and Interest Rates

All your burning questions about CPF, answered — including what happens to your CPF money...

Taking Personal Loans When Inflation Is High: Always a Bad Move?

Inflation isn’t always bad news. Here’s why taking out personal loans when inflation rates are...

Should You Max Out Your Basic Healthcare Sum in Your CPF MediSave Account

What happens when you hit CPF’s Basic Healthcare Sum, and whether you should....

Subsidies and Schemes for Seniors and Caregivers

Here’s the full list of subsidies and assistance schemes for seniors and caregivers in Singapore....

Top 10 Worst Financial Mistakes

These 10 financial mistakes could be what’s holding you back from your goals. Learn more...

What Is Buy Now Pay Later and Should You Use It?

Buy Now Pay Later is the newest credit tool that lets you buy and pay...

Why Am I Afraid of Looking at My Bank Account Balance?

Learn how to identify and cope with common financial anxieties in this article....

Crypto.com Review 2022

Cryptocurrencies experienced a meteoric rise in 2021 and are expected to be adopted more widely...

Retirement Cheat Sheet: CPF SA Shielding To Maximise Your CPF Account

What is CPF SA Shielding? It is a simple, low-risk hack that will change how...

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Self-Employed Persons’ Guide to Filing Income Tax and Paying CPF

Here’s what you need to know about filing your income tax returns as a Self-Employed...

Best Credit Card for Maximising Cashback

Want to make the most out of your money? Here are some of the best...

Can Kakeibo Help You Save More Money?

Get your spending on track in 2022 through the Japanese art of budgeting....

Monopoly: The Board Game That Teaches You About Money

It may be a simple board game, but Monopoly can also be a financial literacy...

How To Engage Kids on Money Topics

Spending, investing, and saving - how can parents engage young children on these topics?...

Fresh Out of University? Here Are 6 Actionable Financial Tips for Fresh Graduates

Need some advice on getting off on the right financial footing after graduation? Check out...

5 Ways To Kick Start the Savings Habit

Sometimes, the hardest thing about saving money is just getting started. Here’s how you can...

All You Need To Know About Credit Score

Learn about credit score and how you can improve it....

6 Best Budgeting and Personal Finance Apps To Manage Your Expenses

Getting your finances in order isn’t as challenging as you think. Keep track of your...

10 Pointless Purchases To Stop Spending On

It’s the little things that add up. From pasta makers to skincare products, find out...

Net Worth: How Much Do You Truly Own?

Taking stock of your finances? Calculating your net worth is the way to go....

Retirement Planning: Is S$1 Million Enough?

Thinking of retiring with S$1 million? Can it fight against inflation? Retirement planning is not...

Your SRS Account Is Meant To Help Reduce Your Taxes and Build a Retirement Fund

How Singapore’s Supplementary Retirement Scheme (SRS) account works to reduce your income tax, and get...

Student Loans: What Kinds Are There, and How Do I Graduate Debt-Free?

Most Singaporeans grow up with the belief that a university degree is key to a...

How To Complement Your CPF Life With an Annuity Plan

Find out how you can make use of an annuity plan to complement the monthly...

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What Costs Should You Consider When Planning for Your Child’s Education?

Find out how much you’ll need to put aside to provide a good university education...

7 Common Oversights When Doing Retirement Planning With Your Parents

Are your parents confident about retiring? They might have overlooked a few considerations – help...

How To Negotiate When Buying a Resale HDB

Resale flat prices may be at an all-time high, but that doesn't mean you can't...

How Does the CPF Retirement Account Work?

Everything you need to know about the Retirement Account and how it utilises your CPF...

Saving for Retirement: Raised CPF Basic Retirement Sum & What It Means for Millennials & Gen Zs

It was announced in Budget 2022 that the Basic Retirement Sum will be raised by...

Can You Retire on CPF LIFE Payouts Alone?

Here are other sources of income to boost your retirement fund...

What Happens to an HDB Flat When the 99-Year Lease Is Up?

Housing in SIngapore can be a complex and challenging issue due to the rising population...

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How To Ask for a Raise the Right Way

Think it’s time that you received more payouts for your efforts in the office? Read...

When Should You Start Planning for Retirement?

From growing your CPF Retirement Sum to beating inflation, here’s your guide to allocating funds...

How Will the Prime Location Public Housing (PLH) Model Affect Me?

Prime Location Public Housing (PLH)Model ensures that new public housing built in prime, central locations...

How To Craft the Perfect Resume

The job market may be fierce but your application can be fiercer. Here’s an all-in-one...

Frugality – But Being Frugal Sucks! I’ll Just Earn More!

Discover the value of frugality, where spending less leads to saving more!...

How To Deal With 3 Big Life Transitions

Getting hitched, switching jobs, and having a kid — how do you financially prepare for...

4 Simple Reasons You Didn’t Get the Raise (and What To Do About It Now)

Getting a raise is more than just your hard work. You need to learn to...

Financial To-Do List To Prepare for Your Baby’s Arrival

Having a baby? Here’s how to get your finances in top shape...

5 Questions To Ask Yourself Before Pursuing a Graduate Programme

Going back to school for a Master’s degree...

Conveyancing in Singapore: What is the Process?

Conveyancing refers to the legal process of transferring title in a property from one person...

How Much Education Actually Costs In Singapore and How You Can Afford It

A guide on the total cost of studying in Singapore and how you can successfully...

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How to choose the perfect HDB Resale Flat in Singapore

Looking to find a home without the long wait of BTOs or the cost of...

How Much Weddings Cost in Singapore and 4 Ways to Save Money on Your Big Day

Tying the knot soon but have no clue where to start on your budget planning?...

Should You Borrow More? Total Debt Servicing Ratio and Your Housing Loan

We think it's better to get a smaller home loan. Here's how you end up...

Mortgage 101: What is Mortgage Servicing Ratio (MSR) and Total Debt Servicing Ratio (TDSR)?

In the process of finding the best home loan package? We understand how some mortgage...

A 5-Step Plan to Investing for Retirement in Singapore

You don’t need to be a financial planner to know how to invest for retirement....

Launch Condo Buying Timeline in Singapore

What to expect when you buy a launch condominium in Singapore. Here, we map out...

Where your sale proceeds go after selling your HDB flat 

How much money you'll get back from the sale of your flat, and how the...

Dollar-Cost Averaging: What Is It, and When Is It a Good Investment Strategy?

What exactly is dollar-cost averaging, its pros and cons? Here is a detailed guide to...

How To Calculate Your Cash Proceeds From Your Home Sale

Congratulations! Your home has hit the 5-year Minimum Occupancy Period (MOP) and now you’re able to sell...

The Real Key to Investing: Being Aware of Your Behavioural Biases

When people think about investing, many think of it as needing some mystical skill to...

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How To Start a CDP Account and Start Trading

Ready to start trading but not quite sure how? First things first – you will...

Home Ownership in a Time of High Interest Rates: What You Need To Watch Out For

HDB or private housing? Time to get your loan calculator out and crunch those numbers....

All You Need To Know About Singapore Savings Bonds

You may have heard the hype about the Singapore Savings Bonds recently, but are not...

CDP vs Custodian Account? Which Should I Use and Why?

Where are your investments stored after you buy them? What are the differences between a...

3 Effective Ways To Hedge Against Inflation

With the rising cost of living, inflation is a constant challenge. Read on to find...

How CPF Interest Rates Can Help Grow Your Money

Are CPF’s interest rates a sure thing, and can they be considered a good deal?...

Webull Is Coming to Singapore: Here’s What To Expect

With Webull’s entry into Singapore’s market, let us take a look at what the broker...

Should You Be Invested in NFTs?

Let’s go deeper behind the hype and see if non-fungible tokens are worth your time...

SaxoWealthCare: A Look Into Saxo’s Digital Wealth Manager

SaxoWealthCare is brokerage Saxo Market’s latest digital wealth manager. What can it offer and what...

Review of Fundsupermart (FSMOne) 2022

Yes, there’s Tiger Broker and Moomoo. But here’s why FSMOne is still one of the...

Reasons You Should Get an Endowment Plan

What is an endowment plan and how does it benefit you? ...

Endowus Review: Is It Worth Parking Funds With the Robo Advisor?

Delve into the investment opportunities Endowus brings to the table....

5 Reasons To Top Up Your CPF

Why that’s better than stashing cash away the bank....

Ready, Player One? Welcome to the Metaverse

What is the metaverse and how can you invest in this new world....

Syfe vs Endowus: Which Should You Use To Invest?

A rundown of what these two Singapore's robo wealth advisers offer....

How To Make Your First Property Purchase

A 101 guide for first-time home buyers...

Flipping the Coin – Bitcoin vs Ethereum

Dive into the world of cryptocurrency to discover the similarities and differences of the top...

The Year of the Tiger: Will the Property Market Soar or Fall In 2022?

Whether you believe in Chinese astrology and the Zodiac system or not, in the essence...

Best Platforms To Buy Cryptocurrencies in Singapore

Cryptocurrencies are the new must-have asset among many investors...

SgFinancePros: How Kel Vin Learns Investing Made 230% Returns on Tesla

Discover finance tips from finance pros themselves. See how frugality, FIRE, and finding your why...

Should You Invest in a Conservation Property?

How much value can an old building hold?...

We Review Tiger Brokers: Everyone’s Wild About It

How is trading with Tiger Brokers? We interview an actual Singapore user’s experience with the...

Channel Travel Savings Into Your First Investments — How To Get Started

How to start investing using savings from would-be travel funds....

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How To Be an Eagle-Eyed Homebuyer and Find Undervalued Properties

Everyone wants a home they can buy low and sell high for. Here’s how to...

When Should You Get an Investment Property?

How to know if the time is ripe to get your first investment property....

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CPF Hacks To Become a Millennial Half-Millionaire

Becoming a half-millionaire by 40 is possible. Here’s how....

Look Outside Singapore for Property Investment Opportunities: Ohmyhome CEO

Ohmyhome co-founders Rhonda Wong shares a way for young couples to own an investment property....

Maternity Insurance’s Benefits Beyond Childbirth

Maternity insurance covers more than just pregnancy complications. Life insurance without medical underwriting and more...

Term Life Insurance vs Whole Life Insurance: Which Should You Get?

Term life and whole life insurance: What’s the difference, what are their pros and cons,...

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Travel Insurance: Do I Really Need It and What Should I Take Note Of?

Is travel insurance really that important and does it matter which insurance you get? Make...

Honesty Is the Best Policy: How Withholding Information Can Void Your Claims Payout

Find out why it is critical to truthfully disclose information when it comes to insurance...

Deconstructing and Understanding Your Whole Life Insurance Policy

Read and understand your whole life insurance policy with Planner Bee. Know what the benefit...

What Should You Do After a Motor Accident?

What you need to know about filing a motor claim when you’re involved in an...

Understanding How Your Personal Data Can Be Used and How To Protect It

How is your personal data being used by companies? Is data privacy well regulated and...

All You Need To Know About Motor Insurance Policies in Singapore

Motor insurance is mandatory in Singapore. However, with so many options available, which is the...

Insurance Policy Loan – What Is It, and When Should You Use It

Need some extra cash? Your insurance policy may be the answer. Here’s how an insurance...

Travel Insurance for Those in Their Silver Years

Find the best senior travel insurance plan for a worry-free holiday. Travel insurance for those...

Best Personal Accident Insurance Plans

One accident can flip your life upside down. Choose the best accident insurance plan for...

How Much Health Insurance Will Cost You Over Your Lifetime

Are you aware of the lifetime cost of maintaining the healthcare coverage you need?...

I Already Have Hospitalisation Insurance. Why Do I Need a Critical Illness Plan As Well?

Why does your insurer recommend a critical illness plan if you already have hospitalisation insurance?...

Is Your Critical Illness Coverage Enough for You? This Is What Happens if You Are Under-Insured

The LIA revealed that Singaporeans are underinsured for critical illnesses. Are you sufficiently covered if...

5 Golden Factors To Consider When Buying Travel Insurance in 2022

With international travel making its long-awaited comeback, make sure that you’re well-insured before catching that...

3 Simple Steps To Nominate Your CPF Online

CPF Nomination. What does this term mean, and how is it helpful? We explain what...

Common Mistakes When Buying Insurance

What are some of the common mistakes when buying insurance? Here are seven potential pitfalls...

Protect Yourself Against Singapore’s Top 3 Killers: Cancer, Stroke, and Heart Attack

In 2019, 53% of deaths in Singapore were due to cancer, strokes, and heart attacks....

10 Common Life Insurance Myths Debunked

Life insurance is often seen as something that’s hard to understand, or misunderstood. What purpose...

Health Insurance in Singapore: All You Need To Know

A complete guide to the one essential insurance in Singapore: Health Insurance...

CareShield Life: How To Convert From ElderShield, and Everything Else You Need To Know

What is CareShield Life? How do you convert to it from ElderShield, and is it...

Life Insurance in Singapore — Whole Life, Term, and Which You Should Get

Life insurance provides financial coverage in the event of critical illness, disability or death. Let’s...

Do I Need a Personal Accident Plan if I Already Have Life Insurance?

Want to protect yourself against accidents? Here's why you should get a personal accident plan...

8 MediShield Life Myths Debunked

Unravelling myths and misconceptions about MediShield Life...

How Home Insurance Keeps You Protected Against Fire, Floods and Worse

There are ways to make sure an unexpected disaster doesn’t put you in unnecessary financial...

Get Ready To Travel With COVID-19 Coverage

Find out which insurance policies provide the best coverage for when quarantine-free travel finally resumes....

Guide to Buying Private Integrated Shield Plan

Integrated Shield Plans in Singapore and what it entails....

Why You Need Mortgage Insurance To Protect Your Dream Home

We help you understand mortgage insurance, the different types of coverage, and what you should...

Debunking Myths About Integrated Shield Plans

Is an Integrated Shield plan worth getting? Read on as we explain what is and...

What Are Female Insurance Plans About?

You may have heard of insurance plans catered specially for women. But what does it...

Enrichment Classes: Should I Enrol My Child in Them and What Are My Options for Academic Courses?

Thinking of signing your child up for enrichment classes? Here’s why they might help and...

8 Best Thrift Shops in Singapore for Sustainable Shopping

Love a bargain? Try thrift shopping instead and give items a new lease of life....

COVID-19: Pocket-Friendly Habits for a World After the Pandemic

How do you keep your finances in check after the long awaited end to the...

Spin Instructor Gloria Soh Sets Expenditure Tracking Into Motion

Will a fitness trainer’s laissez-faire approach to her diet affect the way she manages her...

Working Adults: 6 Effective Ways to Negotiate Your Salary

So, you’ve gotten a job offer — but the offered salary is less than desirable....

What Is Decoupling and How Can It Help You in Buying a Second Property?

Joint homeowners can “decouple” when one co-owner transfers his/her share to the other, relinquishing his/her...

How Desleen Yeo Started a Clothing Label YeoMama Batik and Navigates Gender Expectations

Interview with Desleen Yeo, who reinvents traditional batik clothing after experiencing burnout from her events...

How Shaun Tupaz’s Habits Set Him Up To Save Big While Staying Fit

The radio and fitness personality shares about how working on himself is helping his financial...

Unique Places To Visit for New Experiences While on a Budget in 2022

With global borders finally opening up, make those travel dreams a reality with these notable...

Salary Transparency – Should You Tell Your Colleagues How Much You Earn?

Many people think talking about salary with your colleagues is a big no-no. But will...

8 Tips To Boost Your Mental Health

With the increasing level of stress one faces daily, what can you do to boost...

Former Pop-Star, Now Entrepreneur, Wife and Mother of Two: Race Wong Is Doing It All

Interviewing co-founder Race Wong from Ohmyhome, a proptech startup she started with sister Ronda Wong....

Smart Shopping Tips that Reduce Overspending

What are some smart shopping tips that will help you avoid overspending? Here are some...

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Pilates Trainer Jeremy Lee Finds Balance for His Budget

We challenge a fitness instructor to apply his discipline in training to tracking his expenses....

Cost-Saving Travel Hacks in a Post-Pandemic World

After two years of travel deprivation, it’s time to take to the skies again. Here...

How Much Do Fertility Checks and Treatment, and Egg Freezing Cost?

We run through all the costs involved in seeking out fertility assessments and treatments....

Eight Spending Habits That Brings You Greater Happiness

How to use your money wisely so you’ll always be contented....

Personal Trainer Gabriel Seow Tries Tracking His Expenses Alongside His Calories

Can a personal trainer manage his expenditure as well as he does his calorie intake?...

How To Donate Effectively

A brief introduction to Effective Altruism, and how to apply their principles as potential donors...

7 unmistakable signs it’s time for a mid-career change

Job switches, while daunting, are not uncommon and can pave the way towards a happier...

Making Food, Fitness, and Financial Goals Work Together With Pilates Teacher Daniel Chan

Does health have to come at the expense of wealth in Singapore? Discover how Pilates...

What Is Your Money Personality Type?

You probably have heard of the MBTI personality type but how about money personality type?...

How To Save on Your Home Renovation?

Wondering how to save on your home renovation? Here are some tips on how you...

6 Ways To Make a Budget for Marriage Separation

Budgeting income and expenses during a separation is crucial, yet often overlooked. Going through a...

6 Money Moves To Financially Prepare for Quitting Your Job

Suffering from work burnout? Sure, it may be tempting to quit on the spot but...

Fitness Influencer Bethia Wee Attempts Eating Healthy on a Budget

Fitness enthusiast and entrepreneur Bethia Wee takes on Planner Bee’s S$100 challenge....

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Shrinkflation & How You Can Safeguard Your Rights as a Consumer

In this age of inflation, have you heard of its devious sibling – shrinkflation? Shrinkflation...

SgFinancePros: Here’s What the Founder of Singapore’s 1M65 Movement Learnt Losing S$100,000 at 24

1M65 founder Loo Cheng Chuan tells us about the key ingredient in achieving financial security....

Crypto Mining Allowed Former Badminton Star Gerald Ong To Buy His House

Find out how former national shuttler Gerald Ong became an entrepreneur and full-time YouTube content...

Unpacking COVID-19 Insurance for a Worry-Free Travel

With countries opening up borders, here’s all you need to know about the best covid-19...

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