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What to do in Hong Kong other than shopping and eating dim sum?
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7-day Travel Itinerary in Japan
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7-day Travel Itinerary in Japan
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How Much Does it Cost to Own a Car in Singapore
It’s a well-known fact that Singapore is one of the most expensive countries in the world, no thanks to its million-dollar public housing and of course, expensive car ownership. With its efficient and cheap public transport system, what makes Singaporeans continue to splurge serious money on buying cars?
Convenience is a common reason; there’s no need to wait for taxis or be subject to surge-pricing during peak hours. Some also like the idea that they can ferry their loved ones around to work...
A year-round travel guide for Japan-lovers
From a tourist’s perspective, Japan never fails to fascinate as one of the most interesting places to visit in Asia. Rich culture, long history dating over centuries and yet, a modern society in a continual state of rapid flux with fads, fashions and technological advancement.
In fact, most people who have experienced a visit to the country never fail to make the trip there again, only to discover a deeper love for the beautiful land of the rising sun. There are so many different areas to vis...
The Evolution of HDB Flats
An interactive story about the evolution of HDBs in Singapore
Renting vs buying property in Singapore: Which is better for you?
Renting vs buying property in Singapore: Which is b...
Reading the fine print on your home loan: 7 essential clauses not to ...
Reading the fine print on your home loan: 7 essenti...
Making sense of Bitcoin: what is it? And what does it do ...
Making sense of Bitcoin: what is it? And what does ...
5 tips for reducing stress when taking out a home loan
Everyone knows that it is a major financial decision to buy a home because of the amount of money involved in the transaction. Even the legendary Warren Buffett has said: "When people are making the decision of the magnitude of buying a house, it's the biggest decision a great many families will ever make."
Crowdfunding in Singapore – new concept, but same old risks?
8 years have now passed since the Great Financial Crisis, but global interest rates continue to languish at low levels. It is no surprise, therefore, that investors remain on the constant lookout for higher yielding investments.
Why using dollar-cost-averaging for buying stocks makes sense
Most people with even a slight interest in finance will probably have heard of the term dollar-cost averaging (DCA). This article gives you the basics on what is meant by the term, how it works, and why it is so useful.
Is it a good time to buy gold?
Is it a good time to buy gold? For any investment, it is hard to say when it is a “good” time, since it is all relative.
But since gold is one of 2016’s best performing asset classes, it is worth examining why it has done so well. And the reasons should provide pointers as to whether, on balance, it might be good to buy bullion now.