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Stay In, Stay Together, Stay Strong

As you stay in and do your part to keep up with the latest COVID-19 measures, we’re right here with you! Check out our interesting reads on protection, financial tips and even fun activities to try with your little ones at home. As long as we do the right thing to protect ourselves and what’s dear to us, and stay optimistic, we’ll come out of this storm stronger than ever!

Vaccinated and ready to travel again? Ensure your most anticipated trip goes smoothly with these tips.

2 Dec 2021

COVID-19 travel: Your protection checklist for a pandemic-proof holiday

30 Nov 2021

Living with COVID - Tips for your mental and physical wellness

27 Sep 2021

4 ways to stay fit and continue fighting the virus

Planning to use your SingapoRediscovers vouchers for a weekend staycation or to uncover the island’s hidden treasures? You never know what surprises are in store. Keep these in mind for a smooth and memorable break.

23 Dec 2020

Don’t let these staycation slip-ups ruin your SingapoRediscovers fun

We haven’t seen the end of the coronavirus yet, but it’s already taught us a few things about preparedness, resilience and the need to keep upskilling, that are worth remembering for life

4 Dec 2020

6 financial lessons from COVID-19

Other than benefitting your dependants when you’re no longer around, your insurance policy can benefit you too, while you’re still alive.

12 Nov 2020

Ways to tap your insurance policy for cash now

The Department of Psychiatry from Singapore General Hospital (SGH) shares tips to help you better cope with stress.

29 Oct 2020

8 tips to cope with stress

Your mind is the window to your body and soul, so make sure it receives proper nourishment.

19 Aug 2020

10 ways to achieve mental wellness

Making informed bets beats merely following the herd any day

3 Aug 2020

6 tips on investing during the downturn

A career in financial planning might be worth considering even during an economic shake-up.

24 Jul 2020

Looking for an essential job? Here are 6 reasons to consider being a financial planner

Have distancing measures, travel bans and the closure of non-essential businesses affected your livelihood? Here’s how to overcome the uncertainty of self-employment.

18 Jun 2020

9 tips to help freelancers stay afloat during a pandemic

Print out these activities or flash them on your tablet!

21 May 2020

Activities to keep your little ones occupied

When the stock market is in turmoil and your investments are deep in the red, it can be disheartening to see the value of your investments decline by the day. It can even spur you to make decisions you wouldn’t normally consider.

14 May 2020

What you can do and what you need to avoid doing if your investments are losing money

Put your unused travel fund to good use and throw in some fun while you’re at it

9 May 2020

COVID-19 put your travel plans in limbo? Here are 18 smart ways to rock your vacay budget

Do your kids know all about money? Take this quiz to test their knowledge and talk to them about how to spend, earn and save!

24 Apr 2020

Is your child money savvy?

Your mattress is good for dreaming of the future but hiding your money under it because of COVID-19 jitters might push you further from your financial goals

17 Apr 2020

Strategies for financial assurance in a crisis

Recent Articles

Interesting reads and videos that have helped people make sense of insurance and attain greater financial well-being since 2014. Financial planning has never been easier!

Just as you can’t be resistant to ever-mutating viruses, you can’t be fully immune to ever-evolving scam attacks. However, you CAN get better at outsmarting hackers by practising our three-step Hacker Block

17 Jun 2022

Can you hack-proof yourself?

Insurance disrupted my childhood. Fast-forward decades later, a new kind of insurance is changing my adult life.

7 Jun 2022

Why I’ll never look at insurance the same way again

As far as we know, all have been tried to a certain degree but only some really help to take the sting out of a bite from the Aedes mosquito

19 May 2022

Weird ways to protect yourself from dengue fever

A brain cancer diagnosis at 30 made Lee Wei Sheng see life in a different light

6 May 2022

“My ‘eye infection’ turned out to be a brain tumour” – a cancer survivor's story

There are many factors to consider when it comes to investing. However, the timing of your investment may not be the most important one, says Singlife with Aviva’s Group Chief Investment Officer.

29 Apr 2022

Should you invest your hard-earned money during turbulent times?

If the first thought that comes to mind is to use your favourite password, because you think it’s long and complicated enough and fits the requirements of most, if not all websites, then *loud buzzer sound*, you’ve just marked yourself as a potential victim of cybercrime.

22 Apr 2022

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Thanks to accelerated digitalisation, insurance is finally moving in real time with instant purchases and speedier claims, but that’s only the beginning of the all-new insurance experience, according to Singlife with Aviva’s Group Head of Digital and Ecosystems.

20 Apr 2022

The insurance industry’s great digital shake-up and how it’s affecting you

While some people have second thoughts about buying an investment-linked policy (ILP), others say it’s made investing less daunting for them. Singlife Financial Advisers’ Lead for Investment lays out the facts and falsehoods about ILPs.

20 Apr 2022

Are investment-linked policies the insurance industry’s bad boy or badly misunderstood?

This International Women’s Day, we shout-out and give extra love to the brave, smart, compassionate and confident HER-lebrities in the Singlife extended family. Whether they’re running a household like a well-oiled machine, or passionately chasing a career while nurturing a family, we’ve got them all. We salute you, our Heroines!

8 Mar 2022

Meet the Singlife Heroines!

This Chinese New Year, take a walk on the wild side and pave the way for wealth with these financial management principles from zodiac animals

28 Jan 2022

Money lessons from the wild to help you flourish

Managing both your business and personal finances well is key if you want to fly high – and there are simple ways to do it.

25 Jan 2022

Quick and dirty financial tips every entrepreneur should try now

19 Jan 2022

How to guard your private information and hard-earned money from phishing attacks

17 Jan 2022

3 tips for your car to have a Roar-some Lunar New Year!

People from different walks of life reveal the money move that has not only changed their life but is helping them achieve a new kind of wealth

31 Dec 2021

“The best financial decision I made this year – and how it's helping me to live a richer life”

Do these today for less financial stress, cost savings and more time for the things you love

20 Dec 2021

4 moves to simplify your money

Say goodbye to gifting anxiety with these ideas for unique gifts that your child will treasure forever

16 Dec 2021

Looking for standout gifts for your children? They’ll never get these from anyone else

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Protection & Health

Read the latest protection and health related articles

7 Jun 2022

Why I’ll never look at insurance the same way again

19 May 2022

Weird ways to protect yourself from dengue fever

6 May 2022

“My ‘eye infection’ turned out to be a brain tumour” – a cancer survivor's story

20 Dec 2021

4 moves to simplify your money

16 Dec 2021

Looking for standout gifts for your children? They’ll never get these from anyone else

Whether you rarely fall ill or have a family history of illness, everyone needs health insurance. Here’s everything you should know about how our health insurance system works.

3 Dec 2021

Your quick guide to health insurance in Singapore

30 Nov 2021

Living with COVID - Tips for your mental and physical wellness

The next time you use the toilet, pay attention to the colour of your urine. While urine that’s pink, red or brown is an obvious sign of blood in the urine, it’s possible to have blood in the urine that you can’t see with the naked eye. So, it’s important to go for regular health screenings to detect problems early and get treatment before they become serious. See a specialist if you notice any unusual changes in your urine.

30 Nov 2021

What does your pee say about your health?

30 Nov 2021

Your guide to a faster and smoother medical claims experience

27 Sep 2021

4 ways to stay fit and continue fighting the virus

Integrated Shield Plan riders now require 5% co-payment of your hospital bill. Here’s what you need to know.

24 Aug 2021

Integrated Shield Plan riders: What you need to know

If medication and physiotherapy haven’t eased your aches, you may be considering your options and wondering whether knee replacement surgery is the answer. Dr Gurpal Singh, orthopaedic surgeon at the Centre for Orthopaedics and Hip and Knee Surgery, explains more about this procedure and why more young people are resorting to it.

24 Aug 2021

Chronic knee pain? Here’s how to know when to consider knee replacement surgery

If you’re an active NSman or married to one and looking to shore up your financial defences, this plan is a no-brainer solution.

23 Aug 2021

7 reasons to include MINDEF & MHA Group Term Life Insurance in your protection plans

What was supposed to be a slow return to routine after a fun-filled trip to Taiwan in June 2017 turned into an unforgettable ordeal for a family of four.

20 Aug 2021

A Singaporean family’s disability story & how they coped with the costs

Find out if you have the same misconceptions about CareShield Life supplements.

6 Aug 2021

4 reasons why Jon didn't consider enhancing his CareShield Life

Enhancements to Singapore’s basic health insurance scheme to cover more and larger hospital bills is a crucial step for tackling rising healthcare costs and an ageing society. Get up to speed with the recent MediShield Life changes, and how to further shield yourself against medical expenses.

28 Jul 2021

Facts about the newly enhanced MediShield Life and how to avoid high healthcare costs

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Retirement

Read the latest retirement related articles

It's time to get serious about your money now that you've hit your 30s. Here are six financial mistakes to avoid.

18 Feb 2021

6 money mistakes to avoid in your 30s

17 Apr 2020

Strategies for financial assurance in a crisis

Three useful strategies: Top up CPF early, plan retirement payouts and prepare for unknowns

2 Aug 2018

Useful strategies to help your parents score their retirement goals

It’s hard to plan for a faraway future when the best times to be had are in the present moment

25 Oct 2017

But my life is the one I’m living now!

Yes, you can withdraw your money from some retirement plans!

24 Oct 2017

Don't lock it up until you're grey

Because you don’t need save S$1 million to get S$1 million

24 Oct 2017

The magic of compound interest

What kind of financial destiny awaits fresh graduates?

25 Aug 2017

A mum's financial advice to her daughter who just graduated

Now's the best time to review your financial health and make some changes if necessary

1 Mar 2017

Good money habits for new year

The days of a long, uninterrupted accumulation phase followed by a 30-year retirement might be over.

24 Feb 2017

Relook into your retirement plan

Get peace of mind by appointing a trusted person to be your proxy decision-maker.

24 Oct 2016

Why you should draw up a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA)

Beside a small monthly payout from CPF, how else can you ensure that you have a decent amount to retire on, without having to be a millionaire, play the stock market or pick up a gambling habit?

28 Sep 2016

A Singaporean's guide to saving for retirement

Here are some useful lessons to be learned from playing Pokemon Go; lessons that can even apply to your financial planning!

19 Aug 2016

5 things from Pokemon Go that can apply to financial planning

Live long and prosper. Isn't that a great retirement objective to have? Retirement can be one of the greatest times of your life.

30 May 2016

What is your retirement scenario?

Nine out of 10 mums will have to manage their finances on their own at some point in their life.

6 May 2016

7 financial tips all Mums should know

We want the best for our parents, so here are 10 ways you can help your folks have the retirement they've always dreamed of.

22 Apr 2016

10 ways to help your parents plan for retirement

The eight-step rule our family live by to plan for the decades ahead together.

7 Apr 2016

8 steps to help you plan your family budget now

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Savings & Investment

Read the latest savings and invesments related articles

29 Apr 2022

Should you invest your hard-earned money during turbulent times?

20 Apr 2022

The insurance industry’s great digital shake-up and how it’s affecting you

20 Apr 2022

Are investment-linked policies the insurance industry’s bad boy or badly misunderstood?

28 Jan 2022

Money lessons from the wild to help you flourish

25 Jan 2022

Quick and dirty financial tips every entrepreneur should try now

19 Jan 2022

How to guard your private information and hard-earned money from phishing attacks

31 Dec 2021

“The best financial decision I made this year – and how it's helping me to live a richer life”

9 May 2020

COVID-19 put your travel plans in limbo? Here are 18 smart ways to rock your vacay budget

Surviving on a single source of income undeniably poses a financial risk for you and your loved ones.

11 Feb 2020

Protection for single-income households

A list of our favourite characters from GoT and what kind of insurance products they might need

12 Apr 2019

If Game of Thrones characters could have insurance…

Habits that can be cultivated to help us improve our investing abilities and knowledge.

27 Jul 2018

5 daily habits that can make you a better investor

By regularly investing a fixed amount, investors can gain market exposure while limiting their downside risk and market volatility to build long-term wealth.

18 May 2018

Dollar-cost averaging: How you can use a regular investment plan to grow your long-term wealth

25 Oct 2017

But my life is the one I’m living now!

24 Oct 2017

Don't lock it up until you're grey

24 Oct 2017

The magic of compound interest

3 important reasons why you should allocate part of your investment portfolio to bonds

6 Oct 2017

Reasons why you should include bonds in your investment portfolio

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Travel

Read the latest travel related articles

2 Dec 2021

COVID-19 travel: Your protection checklist for a pandemic-proof holiday

9 May 2020

COVID-19 put your travel plans in limbo? Here are 18 smart ways to rock your vacay budget

Singaporeans are crazy about travelling. But is jet-setting with kids crazy? Not if you take some travel tips from mums who’ve been there, done that and plan to repeat it.

27 Dec 2019

Reals mums: “How I survived travelling with kids”

Jetting off to a winter wonderland? Plan your vacation right with this ultimate winter holiday checklist.

6 Dec 2019

Your ultimate checklist for a magical winter break

24 Oct 2019

Safety tips for solo travel

Many of us are guilty of leaving travel insurance at the bottom of our to-do list upon confirming our holiday plan. But did you know that it’s best practice to buy your travel insurance immediately after booking your flights and accommodation?

28 Aug 2019

Here's why you need to buy travel insurance upon confirming your holiday

Planning your big day is stressful enough in Singapore, what more tying the knot abroad? Read on for must-dos before jetting off into your new chapter.

8 Jul 2019

Your checklist for a perfect destination wedding

12 Apr 2019

If Game of Thrones characters could have insurance…

Air travel advice for jetting off while you’re expecting

12 Oct 2018

Travel tips for mums-to-be

Have sunny beach holidays been your last resort (pun intended) for family travels? Or did you do yet another theme park? Perhaps it was a cruise?

19 May 2016

Family travel 2.0: Alternative travel ideas for your next holiday!

Envy Santa for doing his job only once a year? Well, think again.

21 Dec 2015

Does Santa need insurance?

We took a look at our claims and survey statistics, and found some interesting facts and figures!

20 Jul 2015

Are females worse drivers? Interesting facts & figures about insurance

ROAD TRIP! These words make one imagine fun and laughter while driving around on quaintly unfamiliar country lanes.

24 Oct 2014

Road trip for rookies – planning for whatever lies ahead

You spend a lot of time (and money!) planning your travels. So it's a good idea to spend just a little more and buy some travel insurance, just in case your carefully planned trip doesn't go totally smooth.

17 Sep 2014

Tips on picking the right travel insurance plan

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Car

Read the latest car related articles

17 Jan 2022

3 tips for your car to have a Roar-some Lunar New Year!

Is it true that insurers use the “act of God” clause to avoid paying claims? From Covid-19 to earthquakes and falling trees on stormy days, here’s what’s covered by your insurance policy and what isn’t. (Prepare for some surprises!)

11 Feb 2021

Insurance facts about “act of God” you wish you knew earlier

Worried about getting into a car accident? Here are 5 ways a good car insurance can help.

20 Dec 2019

5 benefits of having good car insurance

Don't get caught without proper insurance coverage!

4 Oct 2019

The most common road risks for your age group & tips to stay protected

Thinking of what to do with your kids this June holidays? How about a road trip in Singapore?

31 May 2019

Road trip ideas for your family

Heard of the term "NCD"? It stands for "No-Claim Discount" – a big deal to anyone in Singapore who owns a car.

18 Jul 2017

6 things you should know about your NCD

Ever wondered about the risks involved in insuring a premium race car?

22 Sep 2015

How much would it cost to insure a Grand Prix car?

20 Jul 2015

Are females worse drivers? Interesting facts & figures about insurance

There are lots of different factors that affect your car premium – some of which you can control and some of which you can’t.

5 Feb 2015

8 things to look out for when purchasing your car insurance

Things can get scary behind the wheels sometimes

6 Jan 2015

How to safeguard against road accidents

24 Oct 2014

Road trip for rookies – planning for whatever lies ahead

So you may have the car of your dreams but that could quickly turn into a nightmare if you don't maintain your vehicle regularly.

17 Oct 2014

4 things to remember about car servicing

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Money Banter

Stay In, Stay Together, Stay Strong

COVID-19 travel: Your protection checklist for a pandemic-proof holiday

Living with COVID - Tips for your mental and physical wellness

4 ways to stay fit and continue fighting the virus

Don’t let these staycation slip-ups ruin your SingapoRediscovers fun

6 financial lessons from COVID-19

Ways to tap your insurance policy for cash now

8 tips to cope with stress

10 ways to achieve mental wellness

6 tips on investing during the downturn

Looking for an essential job? Here are 6 reasons to consider being a financial planner

9 tips to help freelancers stay afloat during a pandemic

Activities to keep your little ones occupied

What you can do and what you need to avoid doing if your investments are losing money

COVID-19 put your travel plans in limbo? Here are 18 smart ways to rock your vacay budget

Is your child money savvy?

Strategies for financial assurance in a crisis

Recent Articles

Can you hack-proof yourself?

Why I’ll never look at insurance the same way again

Weird ways to protect yourself from dengue fever

“My ‘eye infection’ turned out to be a brain tumour” – a cancer survivor's story

Should you invest your hard-earned money during turbulent times?

Please enter your password…

The insurance industry’s great digital shake-up and how it’s affecting you

Are investment-linked policies the insurance industry’s bad boy or badly misunderstood?

Meet the Singlife Heroines!

Money lessons from the wild to help you flourish

Quick and dirty financial tips every entrepreneur should try now

How to guard your private information and hard-earned money from phishing attacks

3 tips for your car to have a Roar-some Lunar New Year!

“The best financial decision I made this year – and how it's helping me to live a richer life”

4 moves to simplify your money

Looking for standout gifts for your children? They’ll never get these from anyone else

Hungry for more news, views and tips on building a financially secure future?

Protection & Health

Why I’ll never look at insurance the same way again

Weird ways to protect yourself from dengue fever

“My ‘eye infection’ turned out to be a brain tumour” – a cancer survivor's story

4 moves to simplify your money

Looking for standout gifts for your children? They’ll never get these from anyone else

Your quick guide to health insurance in Singapore

Living with COVID - Tips for your mental and physical wellness

What does your pee say about your health?

Your guide to a faster and smoother medical claims experience

4 ways to stay fit and continue fighting the virus

Integrated Shield Plan riders: What you need to know

Chronic knee pain? Here’s how to know when to consider knee replacement surgery

7 reasons to include MINDEF & MHA Group Term Life Insurance in your protection plans

A Singaporean family’s disability story & how they coped with the costs

4 reasons why Jon didn't consider enhancing his CareShield Life

Facts about the newly enhanced MediShield Life and how to avoid high healthcare costs

Retirement

6 money mistakes to avoid in your 30s

Strategies for financial assurance in a crisis

Useful strategies to help your parents score their retirement goals

But my life is the one I’m living now!

Don't lock it up until you're grey

The magic of compound interest

A mum's financial advice to her daughter who just graduated

Good money habits for new year

Relook into your retirement plan

Why you should draw up a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA)

A Singaporean's guide to saving for retirement

5 things from Pokemon Go that can apply to financial planning

What is your retirement scenario?

7 financial tips all Mums should know

10 ways to help your parents plan for retirement

8 steps to help you plan your family budget now

Savings & Investment

Should you invest your hard-earned money during turbulent times?

The insurance industry’s great digital shake-up and how it’s affecting you

Are investment-linked policies the insurance industry’s bad boy or badly misunderstood?

Money lessons from the wild to help you flourish

Quick and dirty financial tips every entrepreneur should try now

How to guard your private information and hard-earned money from phishing attacks

“The best financial decision I made this year – and how it's helping me to live a richer life”

COVID-19 put your travel plans in limbo? Here are 18 smart ways to rock your vacay budget