Category: Manage Money

These guides cover the day-to-day side of money in Singapore: setting a budget that survives contact with real life, how many bank accounts you actually need, choosing between miles and cashback, managing debt, and what to know about tax reliefs. Planner Bee accepts no paid placements or sponsored positions, so what you read here isn’t shaped by who pays most.

Asian woman reviewing property documents and a tablet in a high-rise Singapore condominium overlooking residential buildings and greenery.
Property Investment in Singapore and 2 Other Wealth Traps

Rent of S$3,800 a month can still leave you S$964 short. Here’s why some assets...

02
Nov
Older Singapore condominium development with residential blocks, balconies, greenery and a swimming pool in the central courtyard.
How Lease Decay Affects Buying an Older Condo in Singapore

How lease decay in Singapore affects your CPF, loan tenure and resale value before you...

23
Oct
Employees discussing work around a laptop in a modern Singapore office.
Who Qualifies for the SkillsFuture Jobseeker Support Scheme?

Learn about JSS eligibility, payout amounts, and the monthly job-search activities required to continue receiving...

19
Oct
Woman arriving for a therapy session at a counselling clinic in Singapore.
How Much Does Therapy Cost in Singapore?

Private therapy runs ~$180–$400 a session. Here's what CHAS, MediSave and insurance actually cover in...

12
Oct
Singaporean family reviews household net worth, assets and liabilities together at home.
Does Net Worth in Singapore Matter More Than Your Cash Flow?

A high net worth in Singapore looks great, but cash flow keeps you afloat. See...

14
Sep
Person comparing expenses and reading about income tax deduction benefits while working from home
Can You Claim an Income Tax Deduction for WFH in Singapore?

Working from home in Singapore? You may claim income tax deductions for eligible additional electricity...

31
Aug
Young professionals checking a finance Telegram channel for investment insights while travelling on Singapore's MRT.
10 Must-Follow Personal Finance Singapore Telegram Channels

A roundup of 10 Telegram channels covering personal finance in Singapore, from CPF updates and...

26
Aug
Woman working remotely from a home office, showing the flexibility of freelancing in Singapore.
Freelancing in Singapore and How To Build Financial Security

Irregular income, no employer CPF, no paid sick leave. Here are six practical ways freelancers...

20
Aug
Tree-lined street showcasing luxury landed properties in Singapore in a quiet residential neighbourhood.
How Much Salary Buys Landed Properties in Singapore in 2026?

Most buyers focus on salary. The real barrier to landed properties in Singapore is capital,...

15
Aug
Worried elderly woman reviewing household bills at home, reflecting the rising cost of living in Singapore and retirement budgeting
How To Significantly Lower Your Cost of Living in Singapore

Feeling the financial squeeze? Follow six practical steps to lower your cost of living in...

08
Aug
Young professional stressed by rising bills while trying to balance work from home expenses in Singapore.
5 Hidden Work From Home Cost Singapore Workers Miss

See how utilities, home office expenses, and insurance affect the true cost of working from...

05
Aug
Senior woman reviewing her Singapore government payout 2026 notice while seated at a hawker centre in Singapore
Singapore Government Payouts 2026 Still Left To Collect

More than half of the Singapore government payouts 2026 are still to come. See what...

25
Jul