Money lesson
It’s the year end festive season again! As the year draws to a close, I am penning this article for some reflections on personal finance. In terms of my active income, 2024 has been a great year for me as my income rose significantly due to my job performances. For my passive income, the interests […]
Mapletree Logistics Trust (M44U) sinks or swims in 2025?
Lifetime Membership A brand new year! In this article, I will talk about Mapletree Logistics Trust (SGX: M44U). The key reason for this blog entry is to note down my thought process as I contemplate to channel more SRS monies in this counter. For background, Mapletree Logistics Trust (SGX: M44U) is an S-REIT that invests […]
On Life And Investments.
Readers who follow me in my YouTube community tab would know that I have been busy with many things at home.Some might remember this recent video,Link to watch the YouTube video.I said that in 2025, I might have nothing to do on the investment front.Now, it is more accurate to say that I don’t feel […]
1.2M53 Plan For CPF In 2025.
In my last blog post, I said that I have already made a $4,000 Top Up to my Medisave Account.That would help to generate more interest income to pay for my medical insurance.4% risk free return is really not bad and gives me peace of mind.Then, the next thing to ask is what about the […]
CPF Savings In 2025. Top Up to MA.
If you are part of my YouTube community, you might have seen the photos I shared on my latest CPF numbers.Here they are for those who are not in the know,I was fortunate that I was able to take advantage of higher yielding T-bills to grow my CPF savings at a faster clip in the […]
$300K invested in REITs? Why did I buy? How was I sure?
I spend a lot of time thinking.Some say I am a thoughtful person.However, some say I think too much.We are all wired differently, right?During "Evening With AK And Friends 2025," something that kept popping up could be explained as such.I said having money to invest with was not enough.We must have the right mindset and […]
CSE share price in double trouble!
Lifetime Membership The last time that I covered CSE Global, a homegrown enterprise listed in SGX since 1999, was in 2016, which was a long time ago. The reason for writing this article is because I am looking to invest in a sustainable company specializing in the manufacturing of energy distribution system and electric vehicle […]
Shopping Across the Causeway: 14 Things You Can And Cannot Buy
The strong Singapore Dollar (SGD) is a big incentive for Singaporeans to make frequent runs into Johor Bahru (JB) for household groceries, shopping or to enjoy some time off. The higher exchange rate allows many to stretch their dollars for better value on their shopping and holiday expenses. Before you rush into JB with your […]
Why Married Dual-Income Couples Should Try Living As A Single-Income Family
At DollarsAndSense, we love challenging societal norms because we believe doing so can lead to meaningful improvements in our lives—especially when the right norms are questioned. Today, we want to challenge young married couples to think differently about spending. Specifically, we encourage you to consider living on a single income, even if both partners are […]
4 Ways That Closing The CPF Special Account Is An Elegant Solution For The Government
During the Budget 2024 announcement, then Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced a major and unexpected change to the CPF. When CPF members turn 55, their CPF Special Account (SA) will be closed, along with a one-off closure of all Special Accounts for those already 55 and above. There was about 1 year for CPF […]
