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3 Tips To Avoid Making Unnecessary Transactions On Your Financial Apps [TFC 151]

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.

Jul 11, 202225 min

Can Your Relationship Pass The Test Of Money? [Chills 78 with Marie Ang]

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.

Jul 6, 202256 min

Our Lives Have Changed Permanently. Are You Truly Ready For A Post-Pandemic World? [TFC 150]

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.

Jul 4, 202230 min

How To Fly Business For Free [Chills 77 with Milelion]

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.

Jun 29, 202248 min

Reduce The Effects Of High Inflation With These 3 Tips [TFC 149]

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.

Jun 27, 202229 min

The Yen Is Dead. Does This Mean We Should Go To Japan Now? [Chills 76 with Li Xing]

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.

Jun 22, 202234 min

Bet You Never Thought About Learning From This Group [TFC 148]

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.

Jun 20, 202228 min

How TFC Decides What Financial Content To Consume [Chills 75 with TFC]

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.

Jun 15, 202245 min

3 Signs You Are About To Enter A Financial Scam [TFC 147 Sponsored By NordVPN]

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.

Jun 13, 202224 min

Can Finance Truly Become Trustless With DeFi? [Chills 74 with Raphael Ng]

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.

Jun 8, 202244 min

3 Uses For CPF You Didn’t Know About [TFC 146]

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.

Jun 6, 202224 min

How Lucrative Is The Property Market In Singapore? [Chills 73 with Maureen Li]

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.

Jun 1, 202248 min

Why Do We Regret The Things We Buy? [TFC 145]

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.

May 30, 202228 min

Investing in Hong Kong - What You Need To Know [Chills 72 Sponsored By ProsperUs]

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.

May 25, 202231 min

Outdated Boomer Investing Advice You Should Stop Following [TFC 144]

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.

May 23, 202228 min

Ep 95Win Trust & More Through Your Personal Brand [Chills 71 with Sam Neo]

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.

May 18, 202242 min

Outdated Boomer Financial Advice You Should Stop Following [TFC 143]

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.

May 16, 202222 min

Are Property Prices Up Only? [Chills 70 with Douglas Chow]

*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.

May 11, 202250 min

Maximize Your Budget Travels With These Tips [TFC 142]

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.

May 9, 202220 min

Are You Prepared To Live To 100? [Chills 69 Sponsored By Prudential]

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.

May 4, 202242 min

3 Absurd Food Trends WAY Worse Than Avocado & Toast [TFC 141]

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.

May 2, 202224 min

Exclusive with Jamus Lim: Is The Singaporean Dream Still Alive? [Chills 68]

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.

Apr 27, 20221h 0m

Do We Really Need To Spend Money To Indulge In Self-Care? [TFC 140]

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.

Apr 25, 202229 min

Exclusive with Jamus Lim: Is The Consumer A Rational Actor? [Chills 67]

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.

Apr 20, 202231 min

3 Forces That Impact Your Personal Finance [TFC 139]

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.

Apr 18, 202225 min

Applying For A BTO: A Funny Story [Chills 66 with Dan & Lydia]

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.

Apr 13, 202229 min

A Case Against Frugality [TFC 138]

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.

Apr 11, 202233 min

How Do You Beat An Entire Market? [Chills 65 Sponsored By ProsperUs]

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.

Apr 6, 202251 min

Is Higher REIT Yield Better? [TFC 137]

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.

Apr 4, 202227 min

Ep 93Avoid Regulatory & Delisting Risks By Investing In The Hong Kong Market [Chills 64 Sponsored By ProsperUs]

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.

Mar 31, 202244 min

Exclusive: Why Did StashAway Pull Out Of KWEB (China Tech ETF)? [TFC 136 with Freddy Lim]

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.

Mar 28, 202237 min

Selling A Property In Singapore: Splitting Of Sales Proceeds & Other Legal Processes You Must Know [Chills 63 with Hui Yu]

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.

Mar 24, 202235 min

Buying A Property In Singapore: Disbursement of Monies & Other Legal Processes You Must Know [Chills 62 with Hui Yu]

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.

Mar 23, 202239 min

Ep 81Grab, Netflix, Peloton: Maybe They Do Have Potential? [TFC 135]

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.

Mar 21, 202227 min

Getting To $1 Million By 35? [Chills 61 with HoneyMoneySG]

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.

Mar 16, 202236 min

You Can Be Zen About Investing Even In A Volatile Market [TFC 134 with Max & Thomas]

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.

Mar 14, 202256 min

Mortgage 101: Singapore Edition [Chills 60 with Mortgage Master]

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.

Mar 9, 202241 min

Russia-Ukraine Crisis: What If The US Dollar Stops Dominating The World Market? [TFC 133]

As the Russia-Ukraine crisis rages on, the global financial system is also experiencing some stress. With the world order being put to the test, one can’t help but wonder: what if the US dollar collapses and is no longer the dominant currency in the world? While fear mongering is not our goal in TFC 133, we encourage you to keep an open mind and think about how you can protect your money should the global market move away from being US dollar-dominated. Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc133 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.

Mar 7, 202230 min

Want To Earn Passive Income Forever? Join The Global Dividend Hunt [Chills 59 Sponsored By ProsperUs]

Fancy having a stable source of passive income coupled with capital appreciation in your portfolio? You can achieve that with dividend stocks. While growth stocks have become increasingly popular in the past few years, dividend stocks can act as an anchor in your portfolio amidst an inflationary environment. Join us on the global dividend hunt with Timothy Phillips, the head of content and investment lead at ProsperUs by CGS-CIMB Securities in this week’s Chills with TFC. Learn how to screen for dividend stocks & ETFs globally and Timothy will also share some interesting sectors & companies you should definitely look into as retail investors!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/chills59Disclaimer: 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.

Mar 2, 202248 min

How To Look For Growth Stocks That Dominate The Market [TFC 132]

When we talk about growth stocks, we are not just talking about growing stocks. We are looking for those that will dominate the market so that they can extend their growth phase for as long as possible. Do you know how to look for them? TFC 132 will provide you with some core ideas you should bear in mind when looking for the next growth stock with potential market dominance.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc132 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.

Feb 28, 202228 min

Bet You Wish You Learnt These Money Habits When You Were A Child [Chills 58 with Will Rainey]

How old were you when you had your first conversation about money? Society has always emphasized on the importance of education among children. How about financial education for the little ones too? In this episode, we discuss why, when and how we can encourage children to develop positive and healthy money habits with Will Rainey, founder of Blue Tree Savings (https://bit.ly/3se5HyT) which provides useful resources to teach children about money. You’ll be surprised to hear that some of these habits can also be applied in adulthood too! Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills58Disclaimer: 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.

Feb 23, 202237 min

BREAKING: Budget 2022 - How Does It Affect You? [TFC 131 with Yah Lah BUT…]

It’s Budget season as Singapore’s FY2022 Budget Statement was delivered by the Minister for Finance, Mr Lawrence Wong on 18 February 2022. What does the government hope to achieve by taxing the top earners? Will the idea of property as an investment tool become a thing of the past as property tax increases? With the upcoming GST hike in 2023, who will be impacted the most? All these questions and more on the Budget will be discussed in the special 2-part TFC episode by Chief Financial Coconut Reggie and guests Haresh & Terence from popular local podcast Yah Lah BUT…This is Part 2 of the episode as we discuss changes to the CPF, changes to taxes on businesses and support for businesses and industries. Remember to head over to Yah Lah BUT… as well to listen to Part 1 of the episode as we discuss the GST hike and new taxes on the wealthy: https://spoti.fi/3H6gvmH Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc131 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.

Feb 21, 20221h 7m

Any Investor Can Beat The Market. Will You? [Chills 57 with Eugene Ng]

Heard of stories where investors actually managed to 5x, 10x or even 100x their portfolios? You don’t have to be envious of them anymore. Any investor can beat the market if one is willing to learn and put in some work in their portfolios. Before you start your multibagger hunt, listen to Chills 57 as our guest Eugene Ng (https://bit.ly/3LHYKhg), founder & chief investment officer of Vision Capital (https://visioncapital.group/) reveals the key indicators to look out for, how to allocate your capital and more investing wisdom! Will you be the next investor to beat the market?Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills57Disclaimer: 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.

Feb 16, 202251 min

3 Stock Picks That Could Become The Next 5x-10x Multibagger [TFC 130]

It’s stock picking time! Even though the market is currently experiencing a crazy drop, we believe there are still good opportunities if you know where to look. In this episode, we suss out 3 companies that we think could become the next 5x-10x multibagger complete with our analysis on them based on the numbers and not hearsay. A gentle reminder: we are not looking at this through a crystal ball (we don’t have one) so please remember to do your due diligence before making any investing decisions!PS. We have covered 2 of the 3 companies mentioned in this episode in TFC Stock Geekout, so you should head over and check out SGO Episode 3 & 13: https://spoti.fi/3oPqOVQ Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc130 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.

Feb 14, 202231 min

Here’s How You Can Limit Mistakes In The Stock Market [Chills 56 with Kenny Loh]

“No matter how, we will definitely - I say, definitely - make mistakes in the stock market, in the investing world.” This is what our guest Kenny asserts in this week’s Chills with TFC. Do you agree with him? As an independent financial advisor and REITs specialist, Kenny (https://engage.fa.com.sg/kennyloh/) has many great investing insights to share with us. Retail investors are in for a treat as Chills 56 covers a wide range of investing-related topics, from the 3 stages of losing money in the stock market to steps on how to build diversified portfolios for different age groups. We even include a special segment on Kenny’s expert analysis on REITs in 2022, so listen out for that!Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills56 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.

Feb 9, 202243 min

Market Sell-Offs: Should I Sell Or Not? [TFC 129]

Are you feeling nervous about the sea of red you see in the market recently? Perhaps you are doubting your investing decisions after watching the news that was so critical of a particular company. Does a sell-off really mean the company you invested in is no longer a good buy or is there more to it? In TFC 129, we break down the possible causes of these sell-offs in an objective manner for you before you make your next move (if any).Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc129 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.

Feb 7, 202222 min

How To Choose Investments That Are Aligned With Your Beliefs [Chills 55 Sponsored By Syfe]

Investing is becoming more and more personal as investors are starting to pick companies that represent their beliefs in life. Whether you are an advocate for ESG (Environment, Social, Governance) or strongly believe in disruptive tech, thematic investing has something for everyone.What are some factors to consider before investing in a certain theme? Can themes outperform the market? Join us in this episode as our guest Samantha Horton, the vice-president & head of business development at Syfe (https://www.syfe.com/) shares more about the interesting world of thematic investing and how you can get started with Syfe Select!Disclaimer: This podcast is sponsored by Syfe Pte. Ltd. All forms of investments carry risks, including the risk of losing all of the invested amount. Such activities may not be suitable for everyone. Reference to a specific security are meant for illustration purposes and are neither intended nor to be construed as a recommendation or advice to buy any specific security. Please do your own research before making any investments at your own risk. The materials presented are not and should not be construed as financial advice nor an offer to sell any products or services. Past performances are not indicative of future performances. This advertisement has not been reviewed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills55 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.

Feb 2, 202226 min

TFC Special: 初入职场的你,该如何省钱、花钱、让钱生钱?[理财哦椰! 第一集]

TFC is excited to introducing our new podcast show: 理财哦椰! This is our very first Mandarin financial literacy podcast show that caters to our Chinese-speaking family & friends who also want to learn how to create a life we love while managing our finances well. Check out the first episode here and head over to 理财哦椰! for more Chinese content: https://spoti.fi/3obh73Z你好,勇者。欢迎来到就业新手村!初入职场的你是否觉得前路茫茫,赚取的第一份薪水不知如何管理?记账时该记得多详细?薪水到底该先存还是先投资?理财哦椰! 第一集邀请了新加坡首个 “个人理财 podcast 节目” The Financial Coconut 的主持人兼创办人“理财大椰”本椰 Reggie 来为你排忧解难。很多人都认为人生中赚取的第一笔薪水应该先省起来,Reggie 却不以为然。想知道为什么吗?欲知详情,请收听理财哦椰! 第一集。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.

Feb 1, 20221h 8m

TFC CNY Special 2022: 3 Innovative Ways To Invest Your Angbao Money [Ep 3]

Happy Lunar New Year to all our listeners! In this special episode from the TFC catalogue, we explore 3 very interesting ways to invest your angbao money like buying 100 cups of coffee, even if you are not really a coffee lover. Intrigued? Listen to this episode and find out what we mean!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.

Jan 31, 202218 min

TFC CNY Special 2022: How To Make CNY Even More Meaningful [Ep 2]

Happy Lunar New Year to all our listeners! In this special episode from the TFC catalogue, we share different ways to make your CNY more interesting this year, from asking better questions when visiting your relatives to learning the art of gifting (not just angbao). Why not try out some of these tips and make your CNY a more meaningful one?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.

Jan 31, 202213 min