2023-05-21 08:07
To date, there are already 6 digital banks approved by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) to operate in the Philippines - Tonik Bank, UNObank, UnionDigital, GOtyme, Maya Bank, and O… Read More
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Kuripot Journal aims to change the way we use the term 'Kuripot'. Join this journal as we take the daily struggles of a kuripot and how anyone can be one without depriving yourself much.
2021-03-26 06:28
The Philippines, being a predominantly Christian country, celebrates Lent - a season of preparation and remembrance before the celebrations of Easter. With just a week left before the end of… Read More
2021-03-12 06:57
Competition can really drive prices lower. The companies involved are also making drastic moves to step up their game. The bottom line, we, consumers, are benefiting.The duopoly between Glob… Read More
2021-03-06 15:00
The Philippine Digital Asset Exchange, also known as PDAX, experienced a glitch last month causing their trading platform to be on prolonged maintenance. The value of bitcoin, one of the cry… Read More
2021-03-05 05:59
March of every year is officially declared as National Women's Month. Here in Kuripot Journal, we celebrate the contributions of all empowered women in the country. For this article, we… Read More
2021-02-26 05:58
We've seen it in the recent news - all banks will be adjusting their ATM fees starting April 7, 2021. Netizens were quick to oppose the impending charges but the move is backed by the Bangko… Read More
2021-02-25 16:56
Kuripot TV, the official YouTube channel of Kuripot Journal, is back with a new episode, a new vlogger, and a promo to engage more followers.On Monday, February 22, 2021, episode 5 was relea… Read More
2021-02-21 15:59
GCash launched a new money feature in their mobile app that allows users to conveniently send money and provides better security.Called QR on Demand, the new money transfer feature utilizes… Read More
2021-02-19 09:31
Perhaps you've seen a number of bloodletting drives already with various organizations leading blood donation activities to help people in need. You may have friends and relatives who volunt… Read More
2021-02-17 04:42
KFC is treating all GCash users with a 50% off promo today, February 17, 2021, if they order via GLife!KFC is one of the first merchants to get onboard on GLife, GCash's in-app list of store… Read More
2021-02-16 13:56
Grab, the Philippines’ leading super app, is excited to announce that it will be working with one of the Philippines’ most popular and influential celebrities, Sarah Geronimo - a… Read More
2021-02-12 18:37
Are you into cryptocurrencies? If you haven't tried it yet, you better start now!Here in the Philippines, one of the major players in this field is the Philippine Digital Asset Exchange (PDA… Read More
2021-02-12 08:00
Who says celebrating Valentine's Day is expensive?You can enjoy the day with your partner by scouting sulit restaurants with sumptuous food!Have you heard of Hosaku International Buffet? The… Read More
2021-02-03 12:39
Mark your calendars, mga Kuripot!On Saturday, February 6, 2021, 11AM - 12NN, all Macao Imperial Teal stores across the Philippines will be offering Cheesecake and Pearl Milk Tea for jus… Read More
2021-02-01 17:18
According to the World Health Organization, dengue cases in the Philippines increased 106% in 2019 compared to the previous year. Records show that there were 421,749 cases of dengue in the… Read More
2021-01-30 15:42
What's up, mga Kuripot!Dahil 2021 na, it's about time na buhayin na ulit natin ang blog na ito.I know we've focused much of our efforts last year on boosting our Facebook Page with fresh and… Read More
2020-09-06 16:17
Hello, mga Kuripot! I'm back!I know it's been a while since I last updated this blog. I got pretty swamped with a lot of things recently at my full time job at syempre, sa mga raket ko na ri… Read More
2020-04-12 20:41
Have you ever wondered how much would it cost you if, God forbid, you got infected with this COVID-19 disease? Are you even prepared to shell out anything?In an article published by PEP.ph… Read More
2020-04-09 19:50
With the on-going virus outbreak in the Philippines, Pru Life UK sees the need to protect more Filipinos as they launch their mobile app called Pulse. The insurance company is offering a fre… Read More
2019-05-07 14:58
Good news to our kuripot fresh graduates and other first-time jobseekers! President Rodrigo Duterte just signed a law exempting them from paying government-issued documents.Republic Act… Read More
2019-05-03 19:07
A year ago, we featured the rewards app called Snapcart which allows you to earn money by just snapping receipts. For 2018, I've only cashed out once for Php606.54. I got around the sam… Read More
2019-05-01 17:23
What does it take to push people to save and invest? For me, it doesn't have to be a hard sell. You have to be the best example yourself. You have to be the living proof that saving and inve… Read More
2019-04-28 09:53
You know how inconvenient it is to line up just to deposit in a bank. As much as the tellers would like to assist everyone in a faster manner, they're processing multiple and varying transac… Read More
2019-04-27 06:59
Effective May 1, 2019, Coins.ph is putting a cap on its 10% cashback incentive for load purchases. The new advisory lets users enjoy the 10% cashback up to Php1,000 per month. If you have re… Read More
2019-01-20 14:11
A couple of weeks ago, we've seen people sharing their total Grab expenses for 2018. Some were surprised to see how much money has been wasted just to commute in Manila. While Grab has grown… Read More
2018-12-10 12:10
It's my second time to avail of the free sundae from McDonald's Shell Emerald in Ortigas. I just happen to check the receipt and noticed the part where it encouraged customers to rate their… Read More
2018-07-15 04:39
Do you realize that your car cover can offer a lot of protection to your car when you are not using it? Choosing the right car cover may be as important as choosing your new vehicle. If you… Read More
2018-07-09 21:59
Riding a motorcycle can be one big adventure. You have different reasons why you have it. It is possible that you are riding a motorcycle for the pleasure that it can bring. It is also possi… Read More
2018-07-02 12:25
Bad news to some kuripots who maintain an account with Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI). In their recent advisory, the bank will start charging over-the-counter withdrawals and inte… Read More
2018-05-30 14:31
Did you know that you can get cashback just by snapping receipts? You read it right. Snapcart pioneered this reward system in the Philippines and is now one of the best apps that I high… Read More
2018-05-25 11:25
It really pays to be on the lookout for promos. We got alerted that 7-Eleven offered a promo this week where both their Big Bite Hotdog and City Blends coffee can be availed for just P1.The… Read More
2018-05-11 12:53
I just started my stock market journey two months ago. I've been enjoying it so far. While there were some instances that I was losing money, I remained optimistic that things will go well s… Read More
2018-05-08 13:54
Two years after Kuripot Journal has been launched, the community, specifically our Facebook Page, has grown to more than 500 likes today. The goal is to change the way we think about a… Read More
2018-04-24 10:57
The Philippines is becoming accustomed to digital payments. We've seen how GCash, PayMaya and Coins.ph become the new trend in the market today. Banks, on the other hand, are also tryin… Read More
2018-04-08 08:23
Dunkin' Donuts is already part of the Filipino culture. For the longest time, the brand has been the go-to place for Filipinos looking for affordable yet delicious doughnuts. They weren't ca… Read More
2018-04-05 16:08
After President Rodrigo Duterte signed the free tuition law (Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act) that took effect this 2018, a new bill is now steadily getting popularity as… Read More
2018-04-04 10:13
For some kuripots, we tend to disregard our health when trying to save money. That's not a good practice. Our health should never be the least of our priorities. In fact, it should be on top… Read More
2018-03-31 07:34
Have you ever tried using cash deposit machines in banks like BDO, Security Bank and UnionBank? It's supposed to ease up your deposit transactions in your branch.We all know how lines can ge… Read More
2018-03-26 03:30
Today marks the start of my stocks journey. I've been eyeing either COL or BDO Nomura for my platform but since I was invited by a friend who's working in BDO to activate my BDO Nomura accou… Read More
2017-09-12 00:00
If you're into milk teas, this is promo is definitely for you!Chatime Philippines has just launched its rainy season promo Chatime Rainy Season Surprise: Buy 2 Get 1 Promo. This came af… Read More
2017-07-02 16:34
Gone are the days that saving money is a weird thing to do. Nowadays, it's the 'in' thing. Most people who share their ipon challenge on their social media accounts not only inspire oth… Read More
2016-12-24 08:29
Globe is giving away P200 off your next Grab ride this Yuletide season! Globe subscribers just need to text GLOBEGRABCAR to 2363 to get a unique promo code. Riders will just have to use… Read More
2016-10-30 06:06
Here's an exclusive promo for Kuripot Cebuanos!Grab knows that Cebu traffic is as terrible as Manila's. Cebuanos may have gotten used to the traffic but are continuously looking for options… Read More
2016-10-29 04:19
Uber treats riders this Halloween with P100 off their two trips exclusively on October 31 and November 1 for users in Metro Manila.Most of the employees residing in Metro Manila are heading… Read More
2016-10-15 10:16
Carpooling is becoming popular these days. After the short stint of the app Tripda, Wunder followed next and offered the same service to commuters in Metro Manila. Uber then realized that th… Read More
2016-10-09 12:40
Good news to all Dairy Queen fans!On Monday, October 10, 2016, Dairy Queen is offering a Buy 1 Take 1 promo for their regular-sized Blizzard across all Dairy Queen stores nationwide as part… Read More
2016-08-22 18:11
Kuripots, if you are serious about learning how to save and invest money, you have to invest in yourself. Investing in yourself means doing your own research before putting your money into s… Read More
2016-08-14 12:24
uberPOOL is Uber's attempt to help decongest the monstrous traffic in Metro Manila. The goal is to lessen the cars travelling around the same time going to the same destination. Through this… Read More
2016-08-06 07:57
Pokemon Go is finally here in the Philippines. Officially released today, the viral app is a hit to Filipinos both kids and kids at heart. However, not all are able to fully experience the g… Read More
2016-07-29 13:49
Kuripots, are you heading out this weekend? If you do, then you better make use of Grab's promo available only this July 30 and 31 - Grab Weekend!Using the promo code GRABWEEKEND, Grabbers m… Read More
2016-07-26 20:23
Kuripots who love to travel usually know when the next piso seat sale will occur. They have that instinct. Unfortunately, I don't have. When all the ads have been released about the promo fa… Read More
2016-07-23 05:46
Credit cards may appear to be bad for us kuripots but it's actually not. It's there to help you with your day-to-day finances. However, it is important that you understand the risks of havin… Read More
2016-07-05 19:39
Call me loser but I'm such a sucker for all promos. I literally scout for those best deals and discounts out there. I even compare promo prices of the same brand on different stores just so… Read More
2016-06-29 20:22
I know how much kuripots value their money. We don't just give it away when someone asks for a libre. Kuripots know when to say no to these people. But where do we actually spend our spare m… Read More
2016-06-11 19:13
Here's another Independence Day promo that we, kuripots, will surely enjoy!If you're a Smart subscriber and a Viber user, you're definitely in because Smart is offering Viber and Viber Out t… Read More
2016-06-09 16:08
It's been a while, I know. I was kind of busy with work but that doesn't stop me from checking the best deals out there.For this month, we'll feature first the upcoming 13th Dunkin' Donuts D… Read More
2016-05-13 16:31
Kuripots always find a way to look for other sources of income. Be it putting up a sari-sari store, pa-loadan, pautang, name it, kuripots will most likely have a side job or business.For tho… Read More
2016-05-11 19:19
You're not a Filipino if you don't know what SM is. This largest mall chain in the country has ultimately become a household name for us Filipinos as it literally has a branch in almost ever… Read More
2016-05-06 17:02
Being kuripot lets you hunt for all the great deals out there. So when Kuripot Journal heard about Starbucks Philippines' Care to Vote promo, I know a lot of Filipino voters would love to av… Read More
2016-05-05 14:15
Many of you may wonder why some people refuse to accept checks as a method of payment and why some are willing to accept it in exchange for goods or services rendered. Perhaps, knowing abou… Read More
2016-05-04 16:21
No man is an island, especially when it comes to financial management. You need help even if you do it on your own. Proof? You need the cooperation of family members in order to implement… Read More
2016-05-03 17:46
You do not have to be rich to engage the services of a financial planner. And in fact doing so may be one of the best things you’ll ever do when it comes to financial independence. T… Read More
2016-05-02 16:49
Either you want to get rich or you just want to prepare for your future are the reasons why you need money tips not only from your family, friends, colleagues, and even employers but also fr… Read More
2016-04-30 20:32
They say money is the root of all evil. I say the love of money is. That's why it's not important if you have less or have so much of it. As long as you completely understand the role that i… Read More
2016-04-20 15:48
Good news to all kuripots named Joy! McDonald's Philippines announced that they're treating all customers who has a name of 'Joy' be it their first name or just a nickname.In an attempt to p… Read More
2016-04-04 17:22
I went to BDO SM Manila earlier to update my account. When an officer checked my records, she asked me where and when was my last transaction. I told her that it was just last week when I ma… Read More
2016-03-18 17:10
First of all, this is not paid post. Let's just say, I'm fond of sharing my comments and opinions. Wouldn't it be nice if you'll get rewarded for doing that? Well, KFC Philippines have been… Read More
2016-03-06 18:17
Whenever someone tries to save up, we often label him kuripot. When an officemate could not join your lunch out because she has a baon, she'll most likely be called kuripot. When your best f… Read More
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