What rising inflation means for investors
The average cost of a loaf of bread in America was 9 cents in 1930. In 2021, it became $2.12. Singapore’s core inflation rose to its highest in 15 years and the US inflation gauge reached 6.8%. Rising inflation has been taking over search trends in the investment world.
A Chat with Bingyang: Asset allocation when the market is bleeding
Bingyang, founder of Life First Advisory (LFA), believes that it is crucial to have proper asset allocation to survive market downturns. We sat down to speak with him on his views on cash liquidity when the market bleeds.
How to not mess up your Happily Ever After - Risks to note during retirement planning
The number of those aged over 65 is expected to reach 900,000 by 2030. While living to a ripe old age is much celebrated, the impact of longevity can be negative if retirement plans are not well taken care of. Read on for retirement planning tips.
Blue Chip Stocks Are NOT Sure Win
The truth is that stocks are inherently risky as an asset class.
How to know if your investment portfolio is a victim of churning
Portfolio churning takes many forms. Learn the red flags to watch out for and stay alert.
Two types of investment fees you must know
Wealth managers charge a fee for their expertise and services rendered. When there is an alignment of interests with the investors they serve, these fees serve as motivation for wealth managers to fulfill their responsibilities to the best of their ability.
There is no shortcut to investing, be wary of get rich quick investment schemes in Singapore
The rule of thumb is this: If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
It is never too soon to start financial planning, here’s why.
Kickstart 2022 by planning for your future. Time is one of the most important elements in financial planning. It allows you to have higher returns through compounding, and enables you to strategically accumulate wealth to achieve your desired goals by target dates. If you have yet to give wealth management enough thought, find out why you need to start now.
Why having a Personal CFO will change your life
A Personal CFO is the captain of your financial ship. His job is to understand where you want to be in the short and long term, and guide you there safely and smoothly. With a Personal CFO, you can focus on living life to the fullest with your loved ones. Find out more.
Is ESG Investing just a hype?
ESG investing has been making headlines in the investment space, particularly amongst younger investors who want to align their dollar votes with their sustainability beliefs. However, is ESG investing only suitable for that feel-good factor? How does ESG investing perform, and can it give you low or high returns?
New to insurance? Here’s how to get started.
1 in 4 Singaporeans may develop cancer in their lifetime. Almost 800,000 of us will be diabetic by 2030. If you are new to insurance, here are some key types of insurance that people start with.
Investment alone is not enough, protect your wealth with insurance
If 2020 and 2021 taught us anything, it is that anything can happen. Building wealth is crucial, but so is shielding it. Insurance does not merely protect you from accidents and health costs. Find out how you can secure your wealth with insurance.
A chat with Bingyang
We sat down with Seng Bingyang, founder of Life First Advisory (LFA), to have a chat about how LFA came about and his experience in the field of wealth management.
How to be a millionaire with just $11 a day
Sounds gimmicky? It is understandable to feel sceptical about how $11 a day can accumulate into a million decades, just in time for retirement. Read on to find out more.
Tips to an early retirement for young adults
Think that it’s too soon to plan for retirement? Think again. Singaporean men and women are expected to live till 81.4 and 85.7 years old respectively. Without a stable nest egg, how can you spend your golden years peacefully?
Understanding the latte factor: Identifying wasteful spending habits
Ever wondered how much you can save if you skipped the morning coffee or noon bubble tea? Learn how to identify and eliminate wasteful spending habits with the Latte Factor.
Back to basic money management: The 50-30-20 budget rule
Just as how you would plan out your career path or holiday plans, budgeting helps you map out how to spend your hard earned cash. Managing your money with a comprehensive plan allows you to anticipate how your wealth will look like three, five, or ten years down the road.
Top 3 Investment books for new investors, recommended by financial advisors
Investing in yourself by cultivating a reading habit can do wonders for your portfolio. Kickstart your financial literacy by learning more about money management, investment mindsets and wealth strategies from these books.
A forest does not form overnight: Why you need a long-term approach to investing
Having a long-term approach to investing is a definite way to help you achieve your retirement goals. With a long-term view on your portfolio, you have an advantage over other investors who try to time the market or do day-trades over the short-run.
Why Goal-based investing is the best strategy for you in 2021
Investors tend to lose focus when investing blindly with the general objective of building wealth. Your investment should help you reach specific personal goals to keep you disciplined by introducing a clear end in sight.