The Financial Coconut Podcast

Worried about the recent interest rate hike? You’re not alone. This is one of the reasons why Singapore Savings Bonds (SSBs) are gaining traction among many retail investors recently. What makes SSBs an attractive investment choice and should you invest in it?Let’s learn more about SSBs today with Chuin Ting, CEO & CIO of MoneyOwl! In this insightful and comprehensive episode, Chuin Ting will share 3 important pointers to think about when considering SSBs and how you can go about applying for them.Want more choices? No problem! We also explore other alternatives to SSBs that may give you a better chance at beating the high interest rate. Savvy investors should not miss this episode!PS. Want to find out more about MoneyOwl’s WiseSaver portfolio mentioned in the episode? Check out the latest promotion here: https://bit.ly/TFCXWiseSaver Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc164(Need a quick explainer on what bonds are? You may find this helpful: https://bit.ly/3MjDI98)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 the tables have turned. With the acceleration of technology triggered by the pandemic, tech stocks became highly raved by retail investors for the past 2 years but now that the world is stepping out of the pandemic, tech stocks doesn’t seem to be the crowd favourite anymore. Does this mean tech stocks are no longer profitable? Joining us today to dissect tech stocks is Jeremy Au, a venture capitalist from Monk’s Hill Ventures! PS. Check out our analysis of 2 popular tech stocks here: Adobe & Cloudflare.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/sgo47Disclaimer: The content in TFC Stock Geekout 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---TFC Stock Geekout is a podcast by The Financial Coconut, Singapore’s first financial literacy podcast. In this podcast, we will be providing weekly updates on the stock market and in-depth analysis of individual stocks. Join fellow investors and geek out on stocks with us!Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With an unpredictable stock market in a turbulent world, what can Singaporeans do to ensure that they can continue building up their wealth for retirement and more? 1M65 may be the answer.1M65 - accumulating $1 million in your CPF accounts by the age of 65 is a popular financial movement that has garnered many followers in Singapore ever since it started in 2015.In this illuminating episode, you will hear from the founder of the 1M65 movement himself, Mr Loo Cheng Chuan. His candid and relatable sharing of 1M65 and financial planning will definitely pique the interest of any Singaporean who are looking for alternative forms of wealth accumulation!Want to learn more about what to do with your CPF? Listen to TFC 104 and 146.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills91Disclaimer: 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 TFC Weekly Market Updates! Here's the market news for the week:02:38 - Is Credit Suisse Becoming The Next Lehman Brothers?13:51 - One Pound = One USD?!Disclaimer: The content in TFC Stock Geekout 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 ---TFC Stock Geekout is a podcast by The Financial Coconut, Singapore’s first financial literacy podcast. In this podcast, we will be providing weekly updates on the stock market and in-depth analysis of individual stocks. Join fellow investors and geek out on stocks with us!Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’ve been taught to be hardworking and strive for the best in whatever we do but what should we do if when we get overwhelmed with the never-ending work in the rat race? Some of us choose to lie flat in life.Yes, you read that right. Lying flat or 躺平 is a growing movement where one takes an indifferent approach to work and life. It is often seen as a silent protest to the fast-paced world that we live in.In today’s episode, we dive deep into the idea of lying flat and why we think it may be better to lie down for a while instead of lying flat forever.PS. Are you thinking about the rat race you’re in right now? Perhaps you may want to listen to this episode.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc163Disclaimer: 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 Singapore, we're so used to dealing with insurance agents. Heck, we've probably been approached by a few and may have even bought something from them. It seems like they're so entrenched here but it's a completely different story in other parts of the world.Lemonade started off as in the homeowners insurance space, but now they're publically traded and operate in many Western countries selling even things like life insurance.Is this the future of insurance or will it be a fad? Tune in today to find out!Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Everyone should be investing, but the way you approach it may be different depending on your interests and experience.Discover how Beansprout is helping all the different investors out there improve their financial knowledge one bean at a time. PS. Don't forget to spend some time with your investor's mindset too!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.

Welcome to TFC Weekly Market Updates! Here's the market news for the week:03:10 - Are Investors Prepared For A Possible Bear Market?16:38 - Why Are Google & Meta Implementing Cost Cutting Measures?24:40 - Are Chinese Banks Worth Investing In?Disclaimer: The content in TFC Stock Geekout 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 ---TFC Stock Geekout is a podcast by The Financial Coconut, Singapore’s first financial literacy podcast. In this podcast, we will be providing weekly updates on the stock market and in-depth analysis of individual stocks. Join fellow investors and geek out on stocks with us!Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you joining the quiet quitting movement too? The idea of doing just enough in your job has gone viral recently but does quiet quitting actually solve the root of the problem?Let’s dissect the phenomenon of quiet quitting in this episode. What are the actual reasons why someone would be quiet quitting? How do we know if quiet quitting is for us and if not, what else can we do to improve our current job circumstances?Challenge your perspective by listening to TFC 92 and 138 too!Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc162Disclaimer: 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.

“Let’s Google that”. How many times have you said that phrase today? Google has become so intertwined in our lives and that is indeed proof of its success. How much more can this tech conglomerate possibly grow, or is the sky truly the limit?Geek out with our guest Chris Susanto (founder of Re-ThinkWealth.com) as he shares his expert analysis of Google in this episode. Find out what makes it one of the most valuable companies in the world! PS. Check out Chris’ analysis of Meta here.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/sgo45Disclaimer: The content in TFC Stock Geekout 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---TFC Stock Geekout is a podcast by The Financial Coconut, Singapore’s first financial literacy podcast. In this podcast, we will be providing weekly updates on the stock market and in-depth analysis of individual stocks. Join fellow investors and geek out on stocks with us!Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What do you feel when you hear the word “money”? Some feel a surge of envy while others experience anxiety. Money is such an essential item in our lives but have we ever stopped and ask ourselves: what is my relationship with money?Perhaps it’s time to rethink your relationship with money. The way we view money aka our money narrative has a direct impact on how we use and manage our finances.Join us on a money narrative exploration journey with our guests Audrey and Geraldine from PlayMoolah, a local startup that aims to inculcate healthy relationships with money among children and adults. Listen to this episode to discover your personal money narrative and take better control of your money!PS. Don't forget to spend some time with your investor's mindset too!Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills89Disclaimer: 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 TFC Weekly Market Updates! Here's the market news for the week:02:03 - Another Rate Hike Is Inevitable. The Question Is How High?12:58 - Is Porsche Worth $78 Billion?20:27 - Adobe Expands Its Monopoly With Figma AcquisitionDisclaimer: The content in TFC Stock Geekout 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 ---TFC Stock Geekout is a podcast by The Financial Coconut, Singapore’s first financial literacy podcast. In this podcast, we will be providing weekly updates on the stock market and in-depth analysis of individual stocks. Join fellow investors and geek out on stocks with us!Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early) movement may be very popular but many still feel that it’s beyond their reach. What if we tell you there’s another way to FIRE with a smaller budget?The answer is lean FIRE! What is lean FIRE, how is it different from the original FIRE movement and what can we do to achieve it? Our guest Chris aka @HoneyMoneySG shares 3 useful tips to help you achieve lean FIRE!PS. Learn how Chris plans to hit $1 million by 35 in this episode.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc161Disclaimer: 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.

Companies with high growth and healthy profits are uncommon but TransferWise has managed to find the sweet spot in the fintech industry, beating out competitors like PayPal and even traditional banks.Find out how our guest Eugene, founder & chief investment officer of Vision Capital, went from consumer to believer of this company in today’s SGO episode! His insightful analysis may even encourage you to make a Wise investment (pun not intended).Be sure to check out Eugene's analysis of Palantir and the Chinese market too!Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/sgo44Disclaimer: The content in TFC Stock Geekout 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---TFC Stock Geekout is a podcast by The Financial Coconut, Singapore’s first financial literacy podcast. In this podcast, we will be providing weekly updates on the stock market and in-depth analysis of individual stocks. Join fellow investors and geek out on stocks with us!Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

谈钱伤感情; that means “talking about money hurts feelings” in Chinese. Horror stories of families and friends falling out due to failed investments are unfortunately quite common. Should we just turn away from potential investment opportunities to avoid ruining the relationships with our loved ones?Our guest Jeremy doesn’t think so. As a venture capitalist at Monk’s Hill Ventures, he knows all about raising funds for businesses. In this illuminating episode, Jeremy shares what aspiring investors should consider before putting money into businesses that belong to their families and friends. How do you assess if a business is worth investing? What can we do to prepare for any unexpected fallout?Enjoyed this Chills with TFC episode? Do check out Chills 20 & Chills 38.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills88Disclaimer: 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.

We will be trying something new going forward: now every Wedesday you will see our Market Updates series from our Stock Geekout by TFC show.---Welcome to TFC Weekly Market Updates! Here's the market news for the week:04:49 - What’s The Big Deal With The Ethereum Merge?08:40 - Sea Limited Exited This Market But Maybe You Shouldn’t18:56 - New Disruptor In The Ad Industry?Disclaimer: The content in TFC Stock Geekout 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 ---TFC Stock Geekout is a podcast by The Financial Coconut, Singapore’s first financial literacy podcast. In this podcast, we will be providing weekly updates on the stock market and in-depth analysis of individual stocks. Join fellow investors and geek out on stocks with us!Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PE ratio, dividend, earnings per share… many retail investors look at these factors when picking stocks but what about company moats - the competitive edge it has above others? Do you know how to identify companies with growing moats?In this episode, let our guest Thomas share 3 factors to consider when analysing company moats. By using real-life examples like Zoom, Amazon, Lululemon and more, listeners will learn how to build a stronger portfolio that can beat its competitors out.Want to hear more from Thomas? Check out his analysis of Sea Limited & the Chinese market.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc160Disclaimer: 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.

We get it, #adulting is hard. It feels like we have to start doing grown-up things like managing our income the moment we graduate and get a job. How successful are you in budgeting your salary, or do you even do it at all?Like many young adults, our guest Lisa entered adulthood with hope and she decided to document her adulting journey on Lisa’s Adulting in Singapore, including how she purchased a resale HDB flat at the age of 24.In this episode, join us as we dive into Lisa’s personal money story: her relationship with money, the budgeting framework she adheres to and what she thinks of the personal finance space in Singapore!Want more personal money stories? Check out Chills 44 & 61.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills87Disclaimer: 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.

While no one likes the feeling of rejection, let’s not wallow in self-pity. What can we do if our request for a pay raise has been denied?Explore your options in Part 3 of this career series with serial entrepreneur Adrian. Why was my request denied? When is the right time to send in another request? Should I just quit and find a better-paying job instead?Listen to Part 1 & Part 2 of this series if you haven’t.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc159Disclaimer: 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’re asking questions like “bank or HDB loan?” or “cash or CPF?”, congratulations on purchasing your new home!Many of us are also looking for answers to the above questions. In fact, the CPF (Central Provident Fund) has always been a common talking point among Singaporeans since it’s so intertwined in our lives.We invite personal finance lead Sheng Shi and client experience lead Lean Sing from Endowus to share their individual insights on how they use their CPF to finance their houses. What is the default choice of housing loan you should get? How much of our salary should go into the monthly housing loan repayment? Get your burning questions answered in this episode!Want more CPF-related content? We hear you. Check out TFC 104 & 105.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills86Disclaimer: 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 Financial Coconut has done many stock analyses and yet we have not discussed one of the most basic investing questions: how to choose a brokerage? Investors are currently spoilt for choice as more and more brokerages enter the market. Sure, free shares and offers may be enticing (who doesn’t want them?!) but there are other important factors savvy investors should also consider before choosing a brokerage. Listen to this episode and find out what they are. A brokerage that suits your investment strategy may maximize your investments even more!PS. After listening to this episode & choosing your brokerage, you can learn more about stock picking.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc158Disclaimer: 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 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.