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How Do The 2021 CPF Changes Affect You?
Need clarity on the latest changes to the CPF system? We’ve got you covered.
5 Financial Lessons from Squid Game
Netflix's hit drama Squid Game is more than just entertainment – it offers plenty of valuable lessons on personal finance. Recently, I was invited to speak at a webinar organised by the CPF Board to a group of a few hundred schoolteachers. What piqued my interest was...
Common credit traps and how to avoid it
Poor money management and bad financial decisions can cost you a lifetime of financial woes. Here are six common credit traps and how you can avoid it.
Enough or not enough? Reflections on the debate on basic standard of living and 3 steps for personal financial adequacy
A recent study from the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy and the Nanyang Technological University have concluded that 3 in 10 Singaporean households do not earn enough to meet the basic expenses, but the Ministry of Finance has raised objections. MoneyOwl CEO Chuin Ting Weber weighs in.
The Ultimate Guide To Retire Comfortably In Singapore (Updated August 2021)
This step-by-step guide offers advice on how to prepare for retirement by building a healthy retirement income stream, ensuring you have adequate medical insurance and a fully paid home to stay in.
The 3 Must-Haves in Retirement – Medical Insurance for Healthcare Costs
In our fifth article of this series, we will talk about the third must-have for retirement – a strong healthcare safety net that takes care of your healthcare needs.
The 3 Must-Haves in Retirement – Monthly Income for Life (Part 2)
While CPF LIFE payouts should form the foundation of your Safe Retirement Income Floor, there are other financial instruments you can use to boost your retirement income.
The 3 Must-Haves in Retirement – Monthly Income for Life (Part 1)
The second must-have in retirement is a monthly retirement income for life to cover our living expenses. How much you need to have depends on your expectations for retirement, goals and standard of living.
The 3 Must-Haves in Retirement – A Home to Stay In
When faced with retirement, most Singaporeans are worried about whether there is enough money for their living expenses as well as medical needs. We delve deeper into one of the must-haves for retirement: a home to stay in.
