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.

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
Homeowners reading a utility bill while checking plugs for possible utility mistakes
How Singapore Homeowners Can Avoid Costly Utility Mistakes

Common utility mistakes Singapore homeowners make and simple ways to cut electricity and water bills...

27
Jun
Woman making a QR code payment, showing how technology changed spending habits through convenient cashless transactions.
How Technology Changed Consumer Spending Habits in Singapore

Digital payments, online shopping, and BNPL have transformed how Singaporeans spend. Learn the benefits, risks,...

17
Jun
Financially stressed couple managing bills and debt, illustrating serious financial mistakes.
5 Costly Financial Mistakes Singaporeans Make in Their 30s

Avoid costly financial mistakes in your 30s with smarter saving, investing, and financial planning tips.

10
Jun
Man working on a laptop on a balcony with a cityscape view in the background.
What Homeowners Should Know Before Upgrading Property in Singapore

Before upgrading to a new home, consider whether the move truly supports your long-term financial...

20
May
Woman stressed reviewing bills, credit cards, and expenses at home, representing personal finance and budgeting challenges
How Many Bank Accounts Do You Need To Manage Your Money?

Learn how to structure your bank accounts to improve spending, build savings, and stay in...

04
May