Guide To Travelling From Singapore To JB Sentral Via The KTM Shuttle Tebrau
Regarded as the world’s busiest border, about 300,000 people make the land crossings between Singapore and Johor Bahru daily. Though there are a few modes of travel, the fastest is via the Keretapi Tanah Melayu (KTM) Shuttle Tebrau – a cross-border train service. Introduced in July 2015, the Shuttle Tebrau ferries up to 320 passengers […]
Singapore Budget 2024: 24 Things That Will Impact Singaporeans Financially
This article was updated on 19 November 2024 to include further enhancements to the MediSave Bonus announced in October 2024. On 16 February 2024, Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Lawrence Wong presented the Singapore Budget 2024 in parliament. He started by painting a grim economic outlook for 2024 – citing the troubled geopolitical environment, […]
Why It Might Make Sense To Invest In A Company That Is Older Than You
When people talk about investing into individual stocks, many of us naturally gravitate towards the hottest and trendiest stocks right now. In the current landscape, investing into technology companies involved in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning is the rage, and some investors may also be lured into cryptocurrencies. However, one of the dangers of […]
Complete Guide To Household Support Measures From Budget 2024
This article was updated on 19 November 2024 to include further enhancements to the MediSave Bonus announced in October 2024. This article was written in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance (MOF). All views expressed in this article are the independent opinion of DollarsAndSense.sg based on our research. DollarsAndSense.sg is not liable for any financial […]
Complete Guide To Opening A Bank Account In Singapore For Foreigners
As a foreigner who just arrived in Singapore to work, study or live, there are many reasons why opening a local bank account should be one of your first things to check off your to-do list. Read Also: Expats’ Guide To Migrating To Singapore: Here’s What You Need To Know Before Moving You’ll need a […]
How Much Does It Cost To Live The Singaporean Dream
The rising cost of living, exacerbated by higher interest rates, inflation and supply chain disruptions, has made just living an ordinary life more expensive. What used to cost $100 in 2019, now costs nearly $116. While most of us understand inflation will take a bite out of our purchasing, the last 5 years has seen […]
5 Things You Should Know About Goodwill Entertainment Holding (SGX: GEH)
Goodwill Entertainment Holding (SGX: GEH), a Singapore-based multi-entertainment company, made its debut on the Singapore Exchange’s Catalist board on 15 November, Friday. Its initial public offering (IPO), which comprised 60 million placement shares at S$0.20 per share, was 1.5 times oversubscribed. Here are five things you should know about Goodwill Entertainment Holding before considering investing […]
Investing With Syfe: 7 Things You Need To Know About This Singapore’s Robo-Advisor
The global rise of robo-advisors is transforming the investment landscape, not just in Singapore but also in major markets like the USA and Canada. These digital platforms utilise algorithms and AI to offer personalised, cost-effective investment advice, appealing to a wide range of investors. This trend reflects a shift towards accessible, tech-driven financial services, leading […]
Refinancing VS Repricing Your Home Loan: What Are The Differences?
One of the implications of the elevated interest rates environment set by the United States Federal Reserve is the increased cost of borrowing. In recent months, though, interest rates have been on a downward tick. For most, your home loan is the largest kind of debt you will hold, and you may be rightfully concerned […]
DBS, OCBC and UOB. "Evening With AK 2025."
With DBS, OCBC and UOB doing so well in 3Q 2024, I had to take time off from gaming to produce a series of videos. For those of you who do not follow me on YouTube, here are the videos: [embedded content] —– [embedded content] ———- [embedded content] ———- [embedded content] ——— ——— In […]
