How Difficult Is It For The Average Young Singaporean To Achieve A $100,000 Investment Portfolio By Age 30?
In today’s environment of rising prices and expectations for a better quality of life, no one can blame us for feeling like certain financial milestones, such as saving $100,000 by age 30, are out of reach. However, understanding how hard it is to reach the landmark $100, 000 in savings or an investment portfolio is […]
Why Are Chanel Handbags So Expensive?
When anyone thinks of luxury handbags, it’s natural to assume that a brand like Hermes, and its iconic Birkin bag, would be top of the list. While that’s certainly true, there are also a host of other luxury handbag brands that can boast similarly eye-watering prices for their wares. One of those brands is Chanel […]
From Generation to Generation: How Singapore Supports its People
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What Are The Best SIM-Only Plans In Singapore (2025 Edition)
Before the Mobile plans in Singapore used to be characterised by contract plans with handset subsidies. These plans package both the mobile data and the handset as part of the monthly fee, which pays for the subsidies on the handset (essentially also functioning as an instalment plan for the phone). This also means that if you do […]
Salary Guide: How Much You Can Earn As An IT Professional In Singapore
In Singapore, there are many sectors that are prospering in terms of jobs created. One of those sectors that is seeing jobs in demand is the Information Technology (IT) industry. According to MOM, the job vacancy rate in the Information and Communications industry is the highest in Singapore. Many roles that require IT skills potentially also […]
LHN share price rocketed 270%!
Lifetime Membership Since 2020, LHN share price rocketed 270%, making it one of the best performers among SGX small cap. Whilst the supersonic form of LHN share price is certainly impressive, I suspect this counter is largely under the radar of most Singapore investors given the prevalent market’s preference to invest in US tech stocks […]
Complete Guide To Finance Blogs And Websites In Singapore (2025 Edition)
If being on top of your financial life is one of your goals for 2025, then it makes sense to be regularly reading some of Singapore’s top finance blogs and websites. In this article, we have shortlisted more than 50 of the best finance blogs and websites that you should be reading, or at least know about […]
What Happens To Your CPF Contributions After You Hit Full Retirement Sum (FRS)?
The Full Retirement Sum (FRS) is $213,000 for those who turn 55 in 2025. This amount is meant to safeguard our retirement and is one of the thresholds that determine how much we can withdraw from our CPF. While most Singaporeans reach our Full Retirement Sum only later in life, a small minority may have already […]
Singapore Gym Membership Cheatsheet (2025 Edition)
Choosing the right gym will not just allow you to be fit, but it enables you to do it for the long term with better results. The right environment, coupled with the proper influence and equipment will propel you to achieve more than just sweating it out for one session. By using this cheatsheet, you’ll […]
5 Internationally-Recognised Enrichment Programmes That You Can Enrol Your Kids In Johor
Many parents endeavour to provide a quality education to their children so they can grow to be productive individuals and are capable of adjusting to different environments. Aside from excelling in their academics, it’s also important to help children develop interests outside of school and real-life skills such as leadership and communication skills that will prepare […]
