Cash-Savvy Kids: How to Help Your Tots Prep their Financial Budget
byMoney wasn’t a thing that we used to worry about as kids. Ask any millennial adult who grew up comfortably with frugal parents. We…
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The Financial Planning Guide for New Parents 2024: Navigating the National Budget
byBecoming a parent is an exciting and life-changing experience. With the arrival of a new family member, your responsibilities and financial commitments grow. To…
Gov Issues One-Off E-Wallet Credit Worth RM100 to Malaysians under eMADANI Programme
byA total of 10 million adult citizens are set to receive a one-time e-cash credit worth RM100 through the eMADANI programme. Dato’ Seri Anwar…
Financial Safety 101: How to Recognise Scam Red Flags
byThere are no shortages of online and real-life scams that go on in Malaysia. Despite many PSAs and warnings from the government about this…
How Medical Insurance Can Help You Save A Ton of Money
byMedical insurance, also known as health insurance, is often seen as an unnecessary expense by many Malaysians. With subsidised medical treatment, Malaysians enjoy relatively…
Food Wastage and Its Impact on Your Finances
byFood wastage is a worldwide issue that affects the environment. But did you know that it can also take a toll on your personal…
The Credit Card Chronicles: Uncovering the Good and the Bad
byThere is no escaping the topic of credit cards when we talk about finances. Unlike paper money where we can see and feel our…
How to Plan Your Monthly Budget based on Your Salary
byWhen money is tight and you’re in need of some cash for a vacation, a new handbag, or just working towards a more financially…
How to Achieve Your Goals and Take Control of Your Finances
byWhether you’re saving up for a downpayment on a house, thinking of retiring early, or just simply paving the way for a more secure…
6 Hacks to Stay Budget-Friendly and Save the Environment
byIn today’s world, where both our wallets and the environment are under constant pressure, finding ways to save money while also being eco-friendly is…
8 Financial Game-Changers Our Mums Taught Us
byGrowing up we all pick up a thing or two about managing money. Even though we were never in any position to practice it….
8 Money Saving Hacks for Aidilfitri
byAidilfitri, also known as Hari Raya, is a joyous celebration. It marks the end of Ramadan for Muslims all over the world. However, with…
Shop Smarter, Not Harder: Coupon Hacks for Beginners
byCoupons are an excellent way to save money when shopping, especially in today’s economy. Malaysians are always on the lookout for good deals, and…
Online Stores Vs Physical Stores: Which Is Better?
bySince the booming rise of e-commerce, we are becoming even more torn about where to purchase our needs and wants: online stores or physical…
Skills that Pay the Bills: Invaluable Must-Knows for Every Parent
byWith the rise of AI and other automated systems that can easily replace human manpower, learning evergreen indispensable skills has become more and more…
Breaking the Cycle: The Bad Money Habits You Don’t Want to Pass on to Your Children
byIt’s important to cultivate healthy financial habits in your kids while they’re young. Unfortunately, many parents find out too late that they may be…
How To Apply for 2023 Early School Help
by2023 brings in more good news as all school-going children across Malaysia are now entitled to a cash-aid of RM150. This is part of…
Money-Drawing Feng Shui Secrets for the Year of the Water Rabbit. Ong Lai!
byHappy Chinese New Year! There is no better time to harness the auspicious energy of the new year to increase abundance and prosperity in…
Boost Your Feng Shui Luck with Indoor Plants This Year of the Rabbit
byFeng Shui is the art of balancing natural life energy or chi within a home for prosperity, health, luck and love. Most practices include…
Bo Lui? Prosper This CNY and Save Money with These Hot Tips
byEveryone overspends a bit when the holidays come. Whether that’s on food, decorations or gifts. But for important, large-scale celebrations like Chinese New Year,…
Wisdom for Wealth: What the Year of the Rabbit Has in Store for Your Money
byWe’ve given you a general 2023 forecast based on your Chinese zodiac animal. But this time around, you’ll be getting the complete low-down on…
Top New Year’s Resolutions You Can Make as a Parent
byOh no, it’s that time of the year again. Everywhere you look is an ad for a new weight loss program. That one relative…
Mums, Here’s What You Can Look Forward to for Budget 2023
byThe recent Budget 2023 announcement by the Malaysian government has revealed some exciting new benefits for families, children and of course, mums. As we…
Daddy Talks: What Do Men Really Think About Earning Less Than Their Partners
byThe gender pay gap has always been a bit of a touchy subject. We have been led to believe that women earn significantly less…
Money-Smart Mama Episode 4: A Busy Mum’s Guide to Creating a Family’s Savings Plan
byWith prices on the rise and the recent post-pandemic inflation putting a strain on everyone’s wallets, parents are struggling to keep their family (and…
Mums, Don’t Panic: Inflation Is Not As Bad as You May Think
byMost of us may have been conditioned through generations of upbringing to believe that inflation is bad. You’ll find numerous unimaginative memes circulating social…
6 Sacrifices to Make as a Family During Inflation
byWe all require the basic necessities for life: food, air and shelter. But as we grow as a society over the years, other things…
How To Teach Your Kids About Being Frugal
byWe’ve published many articles before on how to teach your kids to save money. And chances are you’re already putting all those good tips…
What Parents Can Do About Recent Price Hikes
byWe often talk about saving up for a rainy day. Welp, the rainy days are here folks and it’s pouring. From chicken to eggs…
Myths Of Inflation That Every Parent Needs To Know About
byInflation has struck the country again and there’s a lot of misinformation going around. Between reports of economic collapse and worldwide food shortage, it…