2016-11-16 03:53
It’s almost impossible to get a popular toy for less than S$50. Why do children’s toys in Singapore seem to be more expensive these days?
If you have kids on your gift list, yo… Read More
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2016-11-16 03:15
Indulge in roast turkey and holiday favourites at these epic Thanksgiving dinners in Singapore.
Get back on the treadmill now. Thanksgiving is now days away. While it’s not a holiday… Read More
2016-11-15 07:32
Singapore’s future will be affected by a Trump Presidency and the domestic issues that arise from it.
The world is still reeling from President-elect Donald Trump’s shock win d… Read More
2016-11-15 05:57
It’s easy for Singaporeans to overspend during Black Friday. Here’s how to find real deals and shop the sales like a pro.
As the hottest must-haves arrive in stores for Black F… Read More
2016-11-15 03:16
Under special circumstances, personal loans can help fund your home renovations in Singapore.
The problem with renovating your flat in Singapore is that you never know how much it will cos… Read More
2016-11-14 08:41
Stalk these websites to score early deals, or wait until 25 November to shop all the 2016 Black Friday sales in Singapore.
Hot on the heels of Singles’ Day come Black Friday sal… Read More
2016-11-14 01:37
Living paycheque to paycheque is not only stressful – it’s dangerous. Here’s how to stop and turn your finances around.
If your paycheque seems to vanish as soon as it ar… Read More
2016-11-11 06:48
Just like financial planning, many things can go wrong if you choose the wrong interior designer in Singapore.
This article originally appeared in Dollars and Sense.
There are two pro… Read More
2016-11-11 05:28
Caring for elderly parents in Singapore costs over S$1,200 a month. But ElderShield Plans can reduce the financial burden.
Elderly persons have an increased risk of suffering accidents or… Read More
2016-11-10 02:02
There is such a thing as having too many credit cards. But how do you know what’s too many?
When it comes to credit cards in Singapore, you can get too much of a good thing. All thos… Read More
2016-11-10 01:54
If your salary takes a hit in 2016, follow these steps to survive a drastic pay cut in Singapore.
First published on 30 March 2016. Updated on 10 November 2016.
Everyone wants to get… Read More
2016-11-09 09:55
We tested Google Flights, Skyscanner and Expedia to discover which website offers the cheapest flights from Singapore.
Flight aggregators let travelers find the cheapest flights from Singa… Read More
2016-11-09 00:45
These common excuses for not having savings are completely invalid, no matter how little you make.
First published on 25 April 2016. Last updated on 9 November 2016.
It’s easy to com… Read More
2016-11-08 08:04
Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong stressed the importance of the Trans-Pacific Partnership during his recent US visit. But what is it, and why does it matter?
If you’ve been following t… Read More
2016-11-08 02:54
The Subaru Challenge sounds like an easy way to own a car, but here’s what most Singaporeans don’t know about this competition.
The Mediacorp Subaru Car Challenge is back in Si… Read More
2016-11-08 01:38
Buyer beware – dealing directly with merchants makes Singaporeans more vulnerable to Taobao scams.
Taobao is a part of the Alibaba group, but this online store caters primarily to cu… Read More
2016-11-04 03:24
Prepare yourself for these crazy Singles’ Day sales in Singapore on 11 November 2016.
Trust us, Singles’ Day is going to be crazy. The Chinese shopping holiday created by Aliba… Read More
2016-11-04 02:07
With prices of an e-scooter in Singapore well in the thousands, you want to make sure you’re getting the best deal.
If a car is out of the question, and a motorised bicycle is… Read More
2016-11-03 01:12
Singaporean women will spend thousands on beauty products in a lifetime, but these semi-permanent makeup and beauty services can offset those costs.
In 2013, a Yahoo! Shine report shed lig… Read More
2016-11-02 04:14
The best way to stay fit is still diet and exercise. Don’t waste your money on these fitness and weight loss scams.
Fitness fads come and go in Singapore, but one thing always remain… Read More
2016-11-02 02:41
Use these Expedia credit card promotions in 2016, and get up to 12% off your hotel booking.
It’s time for a much-deserved year-end getaway! But don’t fret if you haven’t… Read More
2016-10-28 03:11
While buying gold jewellery is part of Singaporean culture, it’s misguided to consider this tradition as an investment.
This article was originally published on 28 June 2016. Last up… Read More
2016-10-28 02:10
We reveal the marketing strategies used by McDonald’s Singapore to keep customers eating.
This article first appeared on Dollars and Sense.
The growth of fast food culture in Singapo… Read More
2016-10-27 07:24
The 2016 J.D. Power Singapore Credit Card Satisfaction Survey reveals that cashback credit cards aren’t so rewarding for Singaporeans after all.
Last year, 60% of Singaporean cardhol… Read More
2016-10-27 03:07
Eat as many briny, succulent oysters as you can in 2016 with these oyster promotions in Singapore.
Mmm oysters. Is there a better reminder of the bounty of the ocean than the fresh, briny… Read More
2016-10-26 02:11
Many restaurants in Singapore claim to have Wagyu beef, but you’re probably just getting overpriced steak instead of the real thing.
There are a lot of restaurants in Singapore that… Read More
2016-10-26 00:37
This weekend, invest time into watching these TV shows and movies on Netflix.
Remember when you were little, your mother used to tell you that too much TV is bad for you? Well, that was a… Read More
2016-10-25 01:58
In 2018, Singaporean households can choose electricity price plans that suit their power consumption. But will this help lower electricity bills?
The Energy Market Authority (EMA) is looki… Read More
2016-10-25 00:42
Deal-crazy Singaporeans shouldn’t miss out on Singles’ Day, the biggest shopping holiday in the world.
You’re probably heard that Singles’ Day is now the largest sh… Read More
2016-10-24 05:59
If you have friends or relatives in Singapore who are addicted to online gambling, keep them offline before they lose everything they have.
Gambling is gambling, whether it’s on… Read More
2016-10-24 05:00
Between Comgateway, Borderlinx, VPost, or Ezbuy, which is the cheapest freight forwarder from the US to Singapore?
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are just over a month away! To celebrate Am… Read More
2016-10-21 00:58
Ideally, Singaporeans should save for retirement in their 20s. But what if you’re in your 30s or 40s without a dollar in your retirement fund?
By the time they reach retirement age… Read More
2016-10-20 05:11
Cut down on the number of cards in your wallet by combining your credit card and your EZ-Link card.
First published on 6 May 2016. Credit card terms and conditions valid as of 20 October 2… Read More
2016-10-20 03:14
Stylish Singaporeans can turn these Spring/Summer 2017 runway trends into real-life looks for under S$100.
The year-end parties and vacations are upon us. Other than gift shopping, we… Read More
2016-10-20 01:59
If it’s too good to be true, it probably is. Protect your savings and watch out for these money scams in Singapore.
We can all be thankful that Singapore is low on crime. It’s… Read More
2016-10-19 03:51
Can’t decide if you should bring a Visa, MasterCard or American Express credit card when you travel? Find out which credit card is best to use overseas.
First published on 13 Au… Read More
2016-10-19 02:33
SME Week 2016 is a great opportunity for Singaporeans to discover or revisit local restaurants at discounted prices.
Did you know that small and medium enterprises, or SMEs, make up 99% of… Read More
2016-10-19 01:28
If there’s anything Singaporean consumers can learn from the Samsung Galaxy Note 7, it’s that being an early tech adopter has few advantages.
If the exploding Samsung Galaxy No… Read More
2016-10-18 08:15
From massages to lashes, there are irresistible savings to be enjoyed at the first Singapore Beauty Week 2016.
“Beauty indulgences at attractive prices.” Five words that just p… Read More
2016-10-18 03:03
Simply put, low inflation means the cost of living in Singapore isn’t rising as quickly. But it also poses its own set of problems for the Singaporean economy.
At SingSaver.com… Read More
2016-10-18 02:30
Because the concept of a single central region is changing, Singaporeans shouldn’t overspend on an HDB flat in central Singapore.
It seems Singaporeans will pay almost any price for… Read More
2016-10-17 02:50
Not all Singaporeans with credit card debt are irresponsible spenders. An effect called the anchoring bias can make you pay more credit card interest than necessary.
The Straits Times repo… Read More
2016-10-14 05:42
Your credit card might have these exclusive online shopping promo codes for Zalora, Lazada, ASOS, and other stores!
Online shopping is about one of the greatest things about the Internet… Read More
2016-10-14 02:00
Thinking up Halloween costume ideas in Singapore doesn’t have to be a fight between cheap and chic. Here’s how to inspire the good kind of shivers, using clothes you might… Read More
2016-10-13 09:31
Singaporeans can save so much money and time by creating a budget around gifts for family, friends, and colleagues.
Admit it, we don’t really think about gift-shopping until the occa… Read More
2016-10-13 01:56
Singaporeans with social anxiety are at greater risk of missing out on life’s valuable opportunities.
Social anxiety is not just a cause of awkwardness and stress. At its p… Read More
2016-10-13 01:50
Singapore restaurants offer fantastic dining experiences at a high cost. Here are some ways to spend less on your next meal out.
Singapore does have an affordable dining option. It’s… Read More
2016-10-12 06:45
Find out how government schemes and insurance can help you save money on maternity costs in Singapore, without sacrificing the quality of care.
When your Facebook feed is flooded with pictu… Read More
2016-10-12 05:57
We’ve simplified the 2016 prices for a BTO flat, resale flat, executive condominium, and mass-market condominiums in Singapore.
If you’ve been thinking about buying a flat in Si… Read More
2016-10-12 05:10
Singaporeans are wasting thousands of dollars in 2016, simply by not watching these everyday habits.
You’ve probably heard the fable of the merchant and the king, which goes somethin… Read More
2016-10-11 02:57
There are over 10,000 courses in the SkillsFuture directory. Use your S$500 SkillsFuture credits to learn these 5 profitable skills.
With the SkillsFuture Programme and no end of priv… Read More
2016-10-11 02:15
There’s a S$15 difference between the hourly rates of tuition centres versus private tutors in Singapore.
Tuition in Singapore is a billion-dollar industry, with parents spending up… Read More
2016-10-11 01:02
Credit card cash advances have high withdrawal fees and interest rates. Here’s an option that will actually save you money if you need to borrow cash in a hurry.
Interest rates, term… Read More
2016-10-10 03:40
Get a chance to win a staycation package to the W Hotel Sentosa when you apply for the OCBC Frank Credit Card at SingSaver.com.sg!
Tired from work and need a break? Relax and unwind w… Read More
2016-10-07 08:12
While entrepreneurs can learn from Mustafa Centre’s success, the average Singaporean can draw money lessons from it too.
Mustafa Centre is Singapore’s biggest 24 hour retail ma… Read More
2016-10-07 04:15
If you need to make a large purchase in Singapore, use these credit cards to get cashback or 0% interest instalment plans.
Credit card terms and conditions are valid as of 7 October 2016… Read More
2016-10-07 00:21
With so many extra costs and inconveniences, cheap air tickets from Singapore are sometimes anything but worth it.
These days, budget airlines are beginning to dominate short flights from… Read More
2016-10-06 07:34
Whether it’s dinner out or an HDB flat, single adults in Singapore pay a lot more than couples do.
Single Singaporeans face extra costs in many areas of daily life. From dining… Read More
2016-10-06 02:24
These free things in Singapore will eventually cost you when they stop being, well, free.
Let me paint you an analogy: Bananas.
When you buy them, they’re all nice and yellow and fi… Read More
2016-10-05 06:33
With the right credit card, Singaporeans get access to movie ticket promotions at Golden Village, Shaw Theatres, and Cathay Cineplexes.
The best things in life are free, but getting discou… Read More
2016-10-05 03:03
The young Singaporeans cooking up char siew at Roast Paradise reveal the financial and opportunity cost of running a hawker stall in Singapore.
This article was first published a… Read More
2016-10-05 02:04
At some point, you must have signed up for more classes and services than you have time for. Singaporeans can avoid wasting money by cancelling these forgotten subscriptions.
Can you hear… Read More
2016-10-05 00:01
We take a look at the best air miles credit cards for three types of Singaporeans: credit card newbies, world travelers, and high flyers. Which are you, and what’s your air miles… Read More
2016-10-04 05:52
Whether you’re a Luxe Shopper, Mum-ager, or Culture Vulture, the best women’s credit cards in Singapore can help you save serious money.
When it comes to credit cards, Singapor… Read More
2016-10-04 01:35
Every Singaporean homeowner knows they can rent out a spare room. But did you know there are other ways to make money off your flat in Singapore?
Everyone knows you can rent out a room, bu… Read More
2016-10-04 01:27
These common mistakes can ruin your credit score in Singapore, preventing you from getting mortgages, bank loans, and credit cards.
Your credit score is all important when it comes to loan… Read More
2016-10-03 07:04
Here are several things you can do to get a credit card in Singapore even if you have no credit score.
Bad credit scores are a problem in Singapore, but so is having no credit score. There… Read More
2016-10-03 01:00
Breast cancer screening doesn’t have to break the bank. Here are the subsidies Singaporeans can use to save money on mammogram screenings in 2016.
This article was ori… Read More
2016-10-03 00:51
Find out which travel credit cards in Singapore give free access to Priority Pass and DragonPass airport lounges around the world.
First published on 13 April 2016. Credit card terms… Read More
2016-09-30 08:53
From digital loyalty cards to virtual coupon books, we’ve got the scoop on the best food discount apps in Singapore.
If there’s anything Singaporeans love more than dining, it… Read More
2016-09-30 06:51
Forget all those pricey supplements, customised workouts, and “secret guides”. Here’s how Singaporeans can build muscle and get fit for a few dollars a day.
We’ve b… Read More
2016-09-29 09:07
Car and petrol prices in Singapore are among the highest in the world. So why do Singaporeans keep making the expensive choice to drive?
With car prices among the highest in the world… Read More
2016-09-29 04:45
Healthy living in Singapore is not just a cool trend – it’s a way for Singaporeans to save money and feed good about themselves.
Healthy living is all the rage in Singapore. Qui… Read More
2016-09-29 04:17
Timothy Ho of Dollars and Sense tries to make sense out of the S$2 million valuation of Hong Kong Soya Sauce’s S$2 chicken rice recipe.
Can a chicken rice recipe really be worth S$2… Read More
2016-09-28 04:41
Having a superficial mentality – or surrounding yourself with superficial Singaporeans – makes you more likely to make bad financial decisions.
These days, we use the term &ldq&helli…Read More
2016-09-28 03:54
Indulging in your favourite buffets just got easier with these fantastic UOB 1 for 1 buffet deals.
From now through 31 October 2016, holders of UOB cards are in for a treat. With these UOB… Read More
2016-09-27 09:57
We take a look at different air miles credit cards in Singapore to find out which one earns you the most KrisFlyer miles at the lowest cost.
There are two ways to get KrisFlyer miles fast… Read More
2016-09-27 02:56
Horror-loving Singaporeans can reduce bill shock in 2016 with these promotions for Halloween Horror Nights.
We Singaporeans love scaring ourselves silly, but the real horror is in how easi… Read More
2016-09-27 01:26
Corporate bonds will be available to the average Singaporean in 2016. While older investors will benefit from this, 20-somethings should be careful about buying them.
The recent incident w… Read More
2016-09-26 06:34
More Singaporeans are moving away from Singapore Savings Bonds and back to fixed deposits. But is this the smartest thing to do?
For most of 2015, Singapore Savings Bonds (SSBs) were consi… Read More
2016-09-26 04:42
Many Singaporeans think credit cards are synonymous to debt. In reality, credit cards can help you save money if you use them responsibly.
First published on 6 August 2015. Updat… Read More
2016-09-23 09:02
Whether you’re an intrepid investor or a new graduate, Singaporeans will get better at managing money after reading these books.
It’s called personal finance for a reason, so w… Read More
2016-09-23 07:58
These OCBC credit card promotions on buffets and high tea make socially-accepted gluttony more delicious.
It’s easy to see why Singaporeans are so passionate about buffets. Besides g… Read More
2016-09-23 02:19
Because of confirmation bias, Singaporeans may fail to challenge their beliefs, increasing the risk of making the wrong money decisions.
Knowing how to save money and spend wisely is well… Read More
2016-09-22 08:11
Whether it’s freebies or 40 per cent off your bill, you’ll thank us for sharing these dim sum promotions in Singapore with you.
Hands up if you, too, have been through this ord… Read More
2016-09-22 03:40
Many conditions that cause you to lose face are caused by poor financial discipline. By saving money, you never have to worry about losing face again.
Saving face is a big deal for many Si… Read More
2016-09-22 02:03
Being brand loyal is rewarding – or so you think. Because of several cognitive biases, brand loyalty actually makes Singaporeans spend more.
Knowing how to save money and spend… Read More
2016-09-21 04:02
If you don’t have enough money when you hit the CPF withdrawal limit, you could end up taking expensive bridging loans to cover your mortgage.
The CPF makes mortgage repayments easy… Read More
2016-09-21 03:41
We compare baskets between RedMart, Honestbee, Kenny Grocery, FairPrice, Cold Storage, ShengSiong, and Giant. Which online grocery is the cheapest?
You might agree that grocery shoppi… Read More
2016-09-19 08:18
If most CPF Investment Scheme (CPFIS) assets are low-risk, why did some Singaporeans make losses in the last 10 years?
There have been some news reports about the CPF Investment Schem… Read More
2016-09-19 02:17
Make these financial moves within a week of losing your job, so you can survive unemployment in Singapore even if you have no savings.
This article was originally published on 11 May… Read More
2016-09-19 01:01
A coffee expert tells us which coffee machines in Singapore make the best espresso for the least amount of money.
You don’t have to be a finance nerd to know that mak… Read More
2016-09-16 01:01
Here’s how your friends afford their annual vacations abroad, and how you can save enough money to travel every year.
Listening to friends talk about how often they travel is terrib… Read More
2016-09-15 03:57
To ensure you don’t lose access to extra funds, understand how to get a personal loan before becoming self-employed in Singapore.
If you are self-employed, or about to be… Read More
2016-09-15 02:25
Singaporean women will do well to memorise these inspiring quotes about money, from the #GirlBosses who have been there, done that and figured it out.
Oprah Winfrey famously said: “T… Read More
2016-09-14 05:55
Loan sharks in Singapore have been keeping up with the times. Watch out for these scammy tricks to avoid dealing with an unlicensed money lender.
As technology advances, so do crimina… Read More
2016-09-14 03:17
Do you want the highest cash rebate, an easy instalment plan, or the most air miles? These are the best credit cards to use when you buy the iPhone 7 in Singapore.
The Internet can go on a… Read More
2016-09-13 09:12
If you’re willing to skip this year’s new iPhone, you can life-hack your way to next year’s iPhone and get it for free.
These days, smartphones are obsolete wit… Read More
2016-09-13 07:20
It literally pays to be a newbie! Score major discounts as a first-time customer when you use these promo codes.
Oh, the joy of online shopping! As retailers and service providers continue… Read More
2016-09-12 02:18
While almost everything is cheaper in Johor Bahru, these five things really make a trip across the Johor causeway worthwhile.
Sure, most things are cheaper in Johor Bahru but… look… Read More
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