Category Archives: Retirement

These guides cover what retiring in Singapore actually costs and how to fund it: CPF LIFE payouts, the SRS, how much you need before you stop working, healthcare and long-term care in later life, and what changes if you retire abroad. Planner Bee accepts no paid placements or sponsored positions, so what you read here isn’t shaped by commission.

Man holding a retirement fund piggy bank at home while planning how to save for retirement as a freelancer
How Much Should Freelancers Save Each Month for Retirement?

Plan your freelancer retirement savings in Singapore with CPF, tax planning, emergency funds, and a...

22
Jul
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Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore Retirement Cost Comparison

Compare retirement costs across Thailand, Malaysia, and Singapore, including housing, healthcare, and lifestyle factors, to...

13
Jul
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What the New CPF Investment Scheme in 2028 Means for Your Retirement

Learn what the new CPF Investment Scheme in 2028 means for your retirement savings and...

09
Apr
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5 Lessons Unretirement Teaches Young Adults in Singapore

Retirement is no longer a full stop. With longer lifespans and changing work patterns, unretirement...

09
Mar
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5 CPF Updates in 2026 That Could Change Your Retirement Outcome

CPF rules are changing in 2026. Learn how higher salary ceilings and new schemes could...

26
Jan
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5 Money Mistakes That Delay Retirement and How To Avoid Them

Thinking you’re on track for retirement? These five common money traps, from under-saving to being...

29
Dec
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Should You Save for Your Kid’s College or Retirement First?

Wondering whether to save for your child’s university or your own retirement first? This guide...

09
Jul
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Micro-Retirement Is the Workplace Trend Growing Among Gen Z

People no longer wait until their 60s to retire. Gen Z is changing the idea...

24
May
Why You Should Set Up a Supplementary Retirement Scheme (SRS) Account

Setting up a Supplementary Retirement Scheme (SRS) account could be one of the smartest financial...

10
Aug
A Comprehensive Guide to the Matched Retirement Savings Scheme

Are you eligible for the dollar-for-dollar matching grant? Read more to find out the benefits...

06
Jan
Dual Income, No Kids (DINKs): Planning for a Secure and Comfortable Retirement in Singapore

Are you child-free and worrying about life after retirement? Read more on how to plan...

01
Nov
Is CPF Life Sufficient for Your Parents’ Retirement?

How prepared are your parents for their retirement? Find out if CPF LIFE payouts are...

07
Oct