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Pros and Cons of Cash Management funds and why I like them

byderestine
July 3, 2020

What are the pros and cons of cash management funds? I discuss why I like them in this article.

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Endowus launches Cash Smart with up to 2.2% projected yields with no lockups

byderestine
July 1, 2020

Endowus announced today that it is launching its Cash Smart suite of cash management products, with two options for investors: Core (projected yields between 1.1% to 1.3%) and Enhanced (projected yields between 1.9% to 2.2%).

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It’s time to build a side hustle

byderestine
June 30, 2020

It's time to pursue a hobby, a passion, or a side gig outside the work hours of your full time job.

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Will techfin replace fintech?

byderestine
June 29, 2020

My thoughts on the future of fintech and whether technology companies providing financial services to their user base will replace them.

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Where should I park my cash?

byderestine
June 25, 2020

Feeling hurt from falling interest rates on bank deposits and SSBs don't even pay 1%? I discuss the alternatives.

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Citi Credit Cards Promo (24-30 June): Receive a pair of Apple AirPods Pro for new credit card signups

byderestine
June 24, 2020

There is currently a limited time credit card signup promo from 24th June to 30th June 2020 on several credit cards, in which new cardholders will receive a set of Apple AirPods Pro worth S$379.

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The 7 most valuable investing lessons I learnt since investing 10 years ago

byderestine
June 20, 2020

With more people diving into stock markets these days compared to a decade ago, I think it's a good time to share my 7 biggest lessons from investing so that new investors don't make the same mistakes that I did.