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GIGANTIQ Review (Up To 1.8% With Just $50)

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Last updated on June 6th, 2021

[UPDATE: GIGANTIQ has been fully subscribed. You may want to consider cash management accounts offered by robo-advisors instead, such as Endowus Cash Smart, Syfe Cash+ or StashAway Simple.]

Have you ever wanted to purchase a policy, but could not afford the initial premium? With Etiqa’s GIGANTIQ, you no longer have to worry about this!

You are able to sign up with just $50, and can earn up to 1.8% p.a. for the first year.

Here’s what GIGANTIQ offers and how it may be a great way to grow your savings.

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Vivid Savings Account Review (Should 16 Year Olds Use It?)

Vivid Savings Account Review

Last updated on June 6th, 2021

Being a 16 year old is tough. Bank accounts like the SingLife Account will only allow you to open an account when you’re 18.

For those accounts that are available, the interest rates are pretty unattractive.

However, Singapura Finance’s Vivid Savings Account could be the answer for you!

Although it has many limitations, it may be a perfect stop-gap account before you turn 18.

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SingLife Account Review (Why You Should Get It Now)

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Last updated on September 21st, 2021

[UPDATE: SingLife has put new sign-ups for the SingLife Account on hold from 15 December 2020. You may want to consider consider cash management accounts offered by robo-advisors instead, such as Endowus Cash Smart, Syfe Cash+ or StashAway Simple.]

Are you tired of switching between saving accounts to get the best interest rate on your savings?

Instead of a savings account, why not consider an insurance savings plan like the SingLife Account?

I’ve been using the account since March 2020, and found that it has great benefits, with only a few downsides.

Here’s why I believe everyone should apply for one now.

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Emergency Funds (Why They Are So Important)

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Last updated on June 6th, 2021

Are you able to predict what will happen to you in the future?

A recent survey conducted by OCBC shows that only 30% of Singaporeans can cover their expenses for 6 months, if they lose their job now.

We’ve all heard about “saving for a rainy day”. Having some savings to tide you through tough periods is crucial, especially in this uncertain job market.

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Here’s a guide to emergency funds, and how you can start building up your cash reserves.

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Struggling With Expense Tracking? Here Are 8 Tips For You!

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Last updated on June 6th, 2021

When I started working in my first full-time job, I thought that it would be easy to save money

After all, my take home pay was 5-6 times greater than my university allowance.

Yet after 6 months, I realised the amount in my bank account had barely increased. And this was even after I had a pro-rated 13th month bonus!

Where did all that money I earned go to?!

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