The Financial Coconut Podcast

After 8 years of blogging, is SG Budget Babe aka Dawn still an advocate of budgeting, or is there a better way to manage our money? In Part 2 of this interview, Dawn reflects on how her relationship with money has changed over the years, especially after becoming a wife and mother of 2. Find out what her best and worst investments were and how she’s kickstarting the investment journey for her young children in this episode.PS. Listen to Part 1 of this interview if you haven’t!Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills85Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After listening to TFC 155, you did your prep work and now you are ready to ask your boss for your well-deserved pay raise. As you step into your boss’ office, do you know what to say? Will you be successful in your request for a higher pay?Master the art of asking for a pay raise in Part 2 of this career series with serial HR entrepreneur Adrian. We explore how you can kickstart the conversation professionally and the smart way to negotiate your pay. Should we ask for an exact amount or just give a range for our proposed pay raise? Listen to this episode and find out!Thinking of other ways to advance in your career? Then you should listen to this and this.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc157Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you’ve heard of SG Budget Babe, you’re an OG. Before influencers were even a thing, our guest Dawn aka SG Budget Babe has already started blogging about money 8 years ago and the rest is history. Her website continues to be one of the most popular local resources on personal finance to this day.Listen to Part 1 of this interview as Dawn shares her journey from blogger to finfluencer, what to make of the personal finance content nowdays and why you should not become someone else’s exit liquidity.Want to listen to more personal stories on money? Check out Chills 52 and Chills 61.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills84Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to another episode of Emily… we mean Reggie In Paris! Our Chief Financial Coconut had to extend his holiday in France unexpectedly and how does he deal with that? By recording this episode, of course! Listen to this episode as he shares 3 hot tips he discovered during his time in Paris. Want more travel-related episodes? Check out TFC 122 & TFC 142.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc156 Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Just graduated? Congrats! Landed your dream job? Great! Have you bought insurance yet? Erm…Buying insurance shouldn’t be so complicated, right? Why are some of us so reluctant to embark on the insurance buying process? Sometimes, all we need is more clarity and objective information.This is what popular personal finance Instagram account @sav.finance hopes to help us with. Join us as we interview Joey, the founder and creative mind of @sav.finance in this Chill with TFC episode. Other than sharing her motivation behind @sav.finance, we also dive deep into an aspect of insurance buying that not many talk about: what’s stopping us from buying insurance and how we can start talking about it.Enjoyed this episode & ready to buy some insurance? Then you should listen to this and this.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills83Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You may love your job, your colleagues are also your friends and your boss is the best in the world but all these mean nothing if your salary is not enough to support you. Could it be time to ask for a pay raise?Before you march into the office and demand for it, you may want to listen to this episode first. Let our guest Adrian share with you 3 things you need to work on before asking for a pay raise in this episode. Tap on his wealth of experience as a serial HR entrepreneur to help you get the salary you deserve!PS. Not sure if you are paid your worth? Check out this useful salary guide. Enjoyed this episode with Adrian? Then you should listen to his debt free story.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc155 Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What is that nagging feeling that makes us want to sell our stocks in a market crash? How do we fight the irrational fear of losing it all when we invest?Learning more about investor psychology can help you manage both your portfolio and emotions better. Listen to this episode as our guest Max explains how you can change the way you think about investing and eventually become a better, more logical investor.Want to learn more about investing mindsets? Then you should listen to this and this.(PS. If this episode sounds familiar to you, then you must be a fan of TFC Stock Geekout.)Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills82Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What is the best way to support a friend who is struggling financially? Should we lend money or lend a listening ear instead?With the current red market, some of us may be in some kind of financial turmoil. How can we better support them through this difficult time? Are we the right people to be the pillar of support in the first place? This episode suggests 3 simple yet tactful ways to be there for your friend. Liked this episode? You may be interested in this and this too.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc154 Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Through money, it made me realise that I don’t need money.” The irony in that statement was not lost in our guest Max who became a millionaire at the age of 29.In Part 2 of Max’s story (listen to Part 1 here), he goes deeper into the revelations he has made on his journey to financial freedom. What are some misconceptions many people have about financial freedom? Is it really for anyone? What were some regrets he had from this journey? How is he managing his investment portfolio now that he has achieved financial freedom?If you enjoyed this episode, you may like this and this too.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills81Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sure, you receive a monthly income from your job but is that good enough for your wealth accumulation journey? Join us in this episode as we discuss 3 basic tips you need to consider if you want to build enough wealth to last you a lifetime. How do we get into a surplus situation? In what ways does inflation get in the way of wealth accumulation? What’s the secret to 10x or even 100x your money?Enjoyed this episode? You may be interested in this and this too.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc153 Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This million dollar question (pun not intended) must have come across your mind: what would I do if I had a million dollars?Some may quit their jobs to travel around the world, while others may go on a mega shopping spree and buy whatever their hearts desire. However, our guest Max did neither even though he hit his first million at a young age of 29. What did he do the moment he became a millionaire?Find out how Max became a millionaire through investing and what his life has been like since then. His honest and candid reflection in this episode will inspire you to discover your own version of financial stability.Update: Part 2 of Max's story is out.You can check out other TFC episodes featuring Max here and here.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills80Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Recession is often viewed negatively but to many savvy investors, it is actually a great investment opportunity. Have you thought about how to play the market to your advantage yet?Get some investing inspiration in this episode, especially if this is your first time experiencing a recession. Find out how business cycles work, which industry is currently underappreciated and an alternative asset class you may also want to consider. As always, remember to do your due diligence before making any moves!2 other TFC episodes were mentioned in this episode. You can check them out here and here.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc152 Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Imagine going from being the co-owner of 7 shops to earning $7 per hour? That was what Dave, blogger of Minimalist in the City, went through at one point in his life. Despite being in debt (not once but twice), he emerged victorious and even achieved financial independence last year while living a minimalist lifestyle with his family of 4.Listen to Dave’s tumultuous financial journey in this episode and find out how he persevered through these difficult times. How did minimalism help him achieve financial independence? Does minimalism mean decluttering your physical belongings only, or is there more to it?Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills79Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You may love the ease & convenience of conducting digital transactions on-the-go but you may want to reconsider when you hear about the potential pitfalls from using these financial apps. The way we transact for food and fitness classes should not be the same as transacting for financial instruments and products.Learn how to be more discerning in the way you use the financial apps in your phone in this episode and take control of your finances because only YOU can decide what to do with your money.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc151 Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Love conquers all… does it really? Money has been quoted as one of the most common reasons why relationships fail. Do you think your relationship can pass the test of money?From courtship to marriage to retirement, let our guest Marie Ang, a certified John C. Maxwell and ICF coach, share how couples can manage money better together. In fact, she opines that it’s not really the money that destroys relationships. What is it then?Find out more about our guest Marie: https://bit.ly/3yLgu6RGet our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills78(Note: In case you find this episode familiar, it is a replay of a previous TFC episode. As the saying goes, old is gold!)Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After 2 years of pandemic, it seems like the world is going back to normal but why are some of us having trouble with that? Surely we can revert to our old lives easily?Perhaps it’s time to recognise that the pandemic has upended our lives in more ways than one. For some, the pandemic has pushed them to explore other working styles (WFH anyone?) while others have started to re-evaluate their priorities in life. How then should we navigate the post-pandemic world? This episode offers 3 useful tips to support you at this stage of your life.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc150 Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How many people can get a business class seat purely from credit card spending? Turns out it’s quite a few, if you know how to play the miles game well!To help us master the art of earning & redeeming miles, we have Aaron, founder of popular travel blog Milelion which teaches you how to travel better for less! Is the miles game only for the rich? What’s the gold standard rate for miles per dollar? Aaron will answer these commonly-asked questions in this episode. He even shares specific credit cards you should use for maximum return from minimum spending! #notsponsored (as always, do your own research before applying for any!)This episode is a must for savvy travellers who want to learn how to travel in style without burning a hole in their pockets.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills77Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Noticed a spike in the price of your chicken rice or kopi-o recently? You are looking at the effects of a high inflation environment. For many young millennials out there, this may be the very first time you are experiencing this phenomenon. What can we do to mitigate higher prices everywhere? Listen to this episode & find out.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc149 Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Japan has been a very popular tourist destination for many reasons and we bet you won’t be able to guess this particular reason for visiting Japan: the Japanese Yen has crashed. In fact, at the time of publishing, the Yen has reached its all-time low in 24 years. How did this happen to a first world country like Japan? To enlighten us on this unusual situation, we have Li Xing, a FX strategist from Zeta Labs! Her work focuses on currency research and FX strategies so you will definitely gain a better understanding of what’s happening to the Japanese Yen in this episode.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills76Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learning from the rich will help you become rich. Is that really true? Did you know there’s also much to learn from the not-so-rich?It’s high time we dispel the myth that the poor are “lazy”. In fact, Reggie thinks it's lazy of us to write them off as lazy! It is pretty amazing that they are trying their best to survive and thrive despite the limited resources in their lives. How do they do it and what are some useful ideas that we can learn from them?Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc148 Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, we are taking our show title seriously as you get to (literally) Chill with TFC. For the very first time, you will get to hear from the team behind TFC! As financial content creators, how do we determine if the financial content we consume is credible and useful to us, especially with the never-ending onslaught of online information?Joining Andrew on this special Chills episode are Reggie (Chief Financial Coconut), Anthony (co-host of TFC Stock Geekout), Sian (host of TFC mandarin podcast 理财哦椰!) & Meiting (TFC distribution lead). They will share their thoughts on how they discern quality financial content from others that are full of hype but with no substance. Fun fact: this was the reason why TFC started in the first place!Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills75Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you think you’ll never be foolish enough to fall into a scam, think again. Everyone is vulnerable to financial scams, regardless of your educational level or life experience. Apart from protecting your digital footprint via NordVPN (check out the promo below!), how else can we discern the information we consume so that we do not become the next victims of financial scams? Listen to this episode and find out.Increase your defence against financial scams and other cyber threats by using NordVPN! Check out this link & find out how you can get 61% off your NordVPN subscription: https://nordvpn.com/tfcGet our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc147 Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Would you rather trust a human or an algorithm with your money? DeFi, also known as decentralised finance, aims to eliminate the need for middlemen like banks in our financial transactions through blockchain technology. In recent years, there has been much enthusiasm in the DeFi space with many investors earning astronomical returns (some have also lost a lot) but practically speaking, is DeFi actually feasible in the real world, or is it better off as a theory instead?Sharing his expert opinion on DeFi is Raphael Ng, a fund manager from conservative currency algo fund Salzworth Asset Management. This episode will make you think about the real implications of DeFi as Raphael talks about its pros and cons and the ultimate question: will DeFi take over traditional finance?Learn more about our guest Raphael: https://bit.ly/3xw9zxzGet our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills74Still not sure what DeFi is? Check out this TFC Chills episode on DeFi: https://spoti.fi/3xi5gEYDisclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is the money in your CPF accounts just sitting around? What’s the point of having money that you can see but cannot touch?Au contraire. There are actually other uses for CPF other than paying for HDB loans, insurance and education. If you care about your money, then you should listen to this episode to find out how you can use the money in your CPF to support your parents’ retirement and even get 6% risk free returns for yourself! Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc146 Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the skyrocketing property prices in Singapore, can we still make money from the property market? Contrary to popular belief, property investment in Singapore is not a rich man’s game. Play your cards right & you may be able to extract extraordinary yield from your property and gain equity within a short period of time too!Learn how to be a better player in Singapore’s property game from Maureen Li, seasoned property investor & founder of Abiel Real Estate Fund. With years of investing experience under her belt, Maureen spills the beans on her preferred locations for property investment in Singapore and her honest inputs will give you more clarity on how we can make money off property without over-leveraging. We also analyse popular internet property strategies like “no money down” and “sell HDB, buy 2 private properties” so that you don’t have to. All you need to do now is to listen to Chills 73!Chills 73 is a replay from an older episode from TFC’s property podcast Coconut Avenue. Check out the rest of Coconut Avenue here: https://spoti.fi/3NP4PIG Learn more about our guest Maureen: https://bit.ly/3PXtXPy Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills73Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you believe in multiple selves? No, we are not entering the supernatural realm but if you want to understand why we experience buyer’s remorse, then we need to learn more about the different roles we play in our lives and how it can affect the way we think about our spending.TFC 145 goes deep into the conflicting mix of emotions when we make a purchase: why do we feel so excited just before we buy something but once we buy it, we feel down in the dumps? What can we do to manage this emotionally-charged financial rollercoaster?Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc145 Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Despite the immense regulatory crackdown in 2021, many retail investors are still attracted to the Hong Kong market. What about you? To these investors, the question is no longer about whether Chinese companies are worth investing, but how they can continue to pick good investments in the Hong Kong market with the regulations in mind.Our guest Samuel Siew is definitely an expert on this topic. He is a market specialist for the China Solutions Team at ProsperUs by CGS-CIMB Securities which focuses on the Hong Kong and China markets across a wide range of protocols such as equities, CFDs, futures and forex. Understand the appeal behind the Hong Kong market and how you can also leverage on it in this episode!A-MAY-ze Yourself With ProsperUs Welcome Pack! Earn over S$200 worth of rewards when you kickstart your investment journey with ProsperUs!**T&Cs apply. https://bit.ly/3NQ4ypQLearn more about our guest Samuel: https://bit.ly/3MMv4zF Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills72Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did you listen to last week’s TFC episode on outdated boomer financial advice (https://spoti.fi/3yQN8V5)? This week, we will expand the discussion by dissecting some of the investing advice from our elders that may not work in today’s context. Instead of writing them off, we will attempt to understand how our elders came up with these advice. For example, why are they so afraid of the stock market? Listen to this episode to find out why.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc144 Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you think that personal branding is only for celebrities & influencers, think again. Our guest for today’s Chills with TFC episode will convince you otherwise. In fact, he strongly believes that having a personal brand can help you climb the ladder faster and become more successful! Sam Neo is the founder of 3 start-ups and also a HR expert who has worked with leaders of big brands like Samsung, ING Bank, Under Armour and more. In this episode, he will share why he thinks it’s now a must for everyone to create their personal brand. By looking inward, you will be able to leverage on your strengths and stand out in both the physical & digital crowd.What is the legacy you want to create & leave behind? Rediscover yourself in Chills 71!Learn more about our guest here: https://bit.ly/3yGqRJv Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills71Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever gone “huh?” when you receive financial advice from your elders that seem a little… iffy? While they may have good intentions, we are living in a very different world from the one that they grew up in and some of their advice may no longer be relevant anymore. Recognise these outdated financial advice in TFC 143, break the cycle and move on from them!Done with this episode? Then you should listen to TFC 144 - Outdated Boomer Investing Advice You Should Stop Following: https://spoti.fi/3wLy0XrGet our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc143 Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

*Disclaimer: This episode was recorded on 16 Dec 2021 and since then, the Total Debt Servicing Ratio (TDSR) has changed from 60% to 55%.*Buying your first home can be a daunting experience, and on top of that, property prices seem to be on a high these days. Should I just buy a private property since HDB flats are already hitting $1 million? What are some common characteristics of properties with potential growth & higher rental yield?Our guest Douglas from Empower Advisory (https://bit.ly/3M7Z8oL) believes that when it comes to buying a property, there are options for everyone regardless of your needs & wants. In Chills 70, we discuss common property topics such as the new launch vs resale debate, using properties as an investment and more. Douglas also shares the number one mistake that first-time home buyers make; one couple even lost their $10-20k deposit because of that! Learn to be a more savvy homebuyer in this episode!Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills70Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Planning your first trip after 2 years of pandemic? Prices for your air ticket & accommodation may be high for now so how can we get more bang for our buck in budget travels and still have a good time too? In TFC 142, we share some uncommon tips on how to stretch your dollar when it comes to traveling. Apparently, you can already save a few hundreds by choosing where you fly out from!Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc142 Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Living longer to 100 years old is becoming a real possibility for many of us, thanks to advancements in healthcare and technology. Thus, it’s time we rethink our retirement plan. What if we underestimate how much we need for retirement? How do we protect our wealth as we age? What can we do to work towards a multi-stage life? Our guest for Chills 69 is Goh Theng Kiat, Chief Customer Officer from Prudential Singapore who will shed some light on how we can manage our health and wealth better so that we can retire with confidence!Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills69Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You are what you eat, but why are some foods so popular despite them being sweeter, fatter and more expensive? TFC 141 may touch a raw nerve among the food fans (where is the ‘premium’ in premium boba tea?!) but hey, hear us out. You may change your mind about them once you understand more about their business model & what exactly goes into these popular foods!Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc141 Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What is your version of the Singaporean Dream? Is it still achievable in the current economy, especially with the incoming GST hike and other measures announced in this year’s Singapore Budget? In Part 2 of this two-part series, we continue the discussion with Mr Jamus Lim, Associate Professor of Economics at ESSEC Business School & Member of Parliament for Sengkang GRC on his personal thoughts on the Budget measures and how we (especially the middle class) can continue to navigate & build our future. He even drops some advice on the fastest way to get a bump in your salary!Listen to Part 1 here: https://spoti.fi/3vN93t3Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills68Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Increasing mental health awareness around the world has given rise to the idea of self-care where one makes a conscious effort to prioritise and take care of the self. While the intention of self-care is good, there are some major flaws that we really should be aware of. Is spending money on feel-good activities really the way to self-care? Before you go for your next gym class or massage session as part of your self-care routine, listen to this thought-provoking episode as we debunk 3 myths revolving around self-care. Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc140 Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What governs your thought process behind every financial decision you make? Do you truly believe you are an independent decision-maker, or are there other agents at play in the financial market? To answer these thought-provoking questions, we need to dive into the study of economics and learn how human behaviour can be modeled from the interactions between economic agents in the economy. Our guest for today is certainly more than qualified to talk about economics. We are honoured to have with us Mr Jamus Lim, Associate Professor of Economics at ESSEC Business School & Member of Parliament for Sengkang GRC. This is Part 1 of a two-part series where he shares his knowledge & expertise on what economics is good for, the 3 types of traders in the market and the big question: are investors rational in the market? Stay tuned for Part 2 of the series next week!Listen to Part 2 here: https://spoti.fi/3vlVx0lGet our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills67Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do we always have ourselves to blame when things do not go our way and only ourselves to thank when we’re considered “successful”? What if there are forces beyond our control that impact our financial success? Join us today as we discuss 3 external forces that affect your personal finance.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc139 Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello! If you are reading this description right now, we assume you have an interest in personal finance. Other than The Financial Coconut (TFC), did you know that we also have other shows in the TFC ecosystem that cover different aspects of personal finance? One of them is Coconut Avenue which focuses on property in Singapore and in this special Chills episode, you will get to listen to Season 2, Episode 1 of Coconut Avenue! Follow our guests Dan & Lydia as they share their experience applying for a BTO in Singapore. What could possibly go wrong?If you enjoyed this episode, you should definitely check out Coconut Avenue: https://spoti.fi/37OeUWwGet our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills66Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Being frugal is a virtue, right? Isn’t spending as little money as possible the best way to consolidate your wealth? It’s high time we question this premise. Before you come at us and say “how dare you?!”, listen to this episode and find out why we think frugality may actually be limiting the way you live your life. Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc138 Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Getting a 7-8% annualised returns on your investments? Yeah, we’ve heard of that. What about beating the entire market? Can you beat that? Check out this episode and find out how you can outperform the market with thematic investing! Our guest Jake, Associate Director & Portfolio Manager at ProsperUs by CGS-CIMB Securities will guide us through this exciting space with themes like ESG, nanotechnology and even meme stocks! Which theme do you think will lead you to alpha? March into April with ProsperUs Welcome Pack! Earn over S$200 worth of rewards when you kickstart your investment journey with ProsperUs!**T&Cs apply: https://bit.ly/3NQ4ypQGet our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills65Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts) is a popular investment tool among many investors but how much do you know about how these REITs “increase their yield”? Why is it that the yield can go from a low 2% to a staggering 50%? Does a higher yield mean we should buy this particular REIT? Reggie breaks down the concept of REIT yield in this episode and some factors you should look out for when picking REITs for your portfolio.If you enjoyed this episode, you should check out TFC 54: https://spoti.fi/3uXxQKJGet our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc137 Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

News about the potential regulatory risks & delisting of Chinese companies in recent months may have caused much concern among many investors but this doesn’t mean we should write them off completely. On the contrary, there is much opportunity in the Chinese market. After all, the economy is booming with 1.4 billion people! Learn how you can avoid regulatory & delisting risks by entering the Chinese market directly via the Hang Seng Index in Hong Kong. We will also discuss important components like A-shares, H-shares and pink slips with our guest Timothy Phillips, the head of content and investment lead at ProsperUs by CGS-CIMB Securities. Tap on Timothy’s expertise and passion on the Chinese market in this episode; he even reveals a sector in China that he feels is overshadowed by tech! Kick-start your investment journey in 2022 with ProsperUs' brand new account opening promotion! Receive S$200 worth of rewards when you open an account today!**T&Cs apply. https://bit.ly/3IvEKfzGet our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills64Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Local wealth management platform StashAway recently made the decision to pull out of China tech ETF KWEB which resulted in much online chatter. In this exclusive interview with Freddy Lim, the co-founder & Chief Investment Officer of StashAway, we discuss the rationale behind the deviation in its position and going forward, what investors should expect when investing with StashAway.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc136 Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After staying in your home for a while, maybe you feel that it’s time to pack up and move. Just like buying a property, selling a property is not as straightforward as you think. In Chills 62 (https://spoti.fi/3IyucLN), we covered everything you need to know about the legal processes involved in buying a property in Singapore. In Chills 63, we will do a role reversal. What if we want to sell our property instead? What should we know about the legal processes of selling a property? Once again, we have Hui Yu, a legal associate practicing in the field of conveyancing law at Apex Law to share her valuable expertise on selling properties and how to ensure that you get your money back. Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills63Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You’ve done your research, looked through several listings and finally, you have found your dream home. Now what? The legal processes of buying a house await you before you can say “home sweet home”. This episode will cover everything you need to know about the legal processes involved in buying a property in Singapore. Get expert advice from our guest, Hui Yu, a legal associate practicing in the field of conveyancing law at Apex Law. Whether you are buying a HDB flat or private property, new launch or resale, we got you covered! Want to learn more about the legal processes involved in selling a property instead? Check this episode out: https://spoti.fi/3IBfVhm Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills62Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the world of investing, nothing is constant. Companies are always evolving and sometimes, the ones that we may have written off in the past may come back to surprise and interest you. In this episode, Chief Financial Coconut Reggie will share 3 stocks that he is paying closer attention to even though he used to hate them. Well, sort of. Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc135 Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Yes, you read that right - our guest Chris from HoneyMoneySG (https://bit.ly/3we6OB2) is on his way to hit his goal of $1 million in his investment portfolio by 35 years old. In this week’s Chills with TFC, he talks about his journey: why he had this goal in the first place, how he got started and his investment strategies thus far. He also shares his opinions about CPF’s liquidity issues and how he managed to reach the Full Retirement Sum in his CPF. No matter where you are in your personal finance journey, Chris’ sharing will serve as an inspiration to us who want to create a life we love while managing our finances well.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills61Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The two words ‘zen’ and ‘investing’ are not commonly used together but this is what Max (https://bit.ly/3Jijt9O) & Thomas (https://bit.ly/3w3T6jW) believe in - you can be zen about investing if you have done your homework with the right mindset. In fact, your mindset is even more important than your skillset as an investor! In this episode, Max & Thomas share more about the secret to get rich, their interesting take on being a millionaire (fun fact: one of them made his first million before the age of 30) and how you can also learn to be a better investor through Zen Investing Academy, their brand new investing programme!Find out more about Zen Investing Academy here: https://thefinancialcoconut.com/zen-investingGet our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc134 Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Not sure if you should refinance your mortgage? Can’t tell the difference between SIBOR and SORA? Floating vs fixed rate - what are the pros & cons? If you are looking for advice on mortgages in Singapore, you’ve come to the right place. Get your mortgage questions answered in Chills 60 as we discuss everything you need to know about mortgages in Singapore with The Mortgage Master (https://thefinancialcoconut.com/mortgage-masters) himself, David Baey!PS. Check out Coconut Avenue, one of the podcasts under The Financial Coconut where we discuss property-related topics in Singapore! Season 2 just started and you do not want to miss it: https://spoti.fi/3I3j61q Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills60Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations.For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.