September 18, 2022
Most of us will spend 20-30 years in retirement. Will you be prepared for this long journey? Retirement. The “R” word that many would prefer to delay […]
June 1, 2022
This is a story about Andy and Amy (not their real names). Andy is an enthusiastic entrepreneur with a reputable position in his industry. A successful […]
June 1, 2022
How can you determine your insurance requirements for better financial risk management? We often encounter young members of the workforce looking to embark on their financial […]
October 20, 2021
TO say that we are currently living in challenging times is putting things rather mildly. In addition to having to cope with the repercussions of a […]
September 20, 2021
An opportunity management approach coupled with having a holistic financial planning can ensure better decision making in your investments. “17 years ago, I missed the opportunity […]
September 14, 2021
PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Trades Union Congress (MTUC) has advised employees to reject a proposal to reduce EPF (Employee Provident Fund) contributions from 11% to 7%. […]
September 14, 2021
PETALING JAYA: Buying a new home is a long-term commitment and by its nature, nothing else can be more daunting. It is an obligation that can […]
September 14, 2021
Do you really need to own a car today? You might think I’m crazy to even ask this question. For most people, the answer to this […]
September 14, 2021
PETALING JAYA: While the i-Sinar scheme by the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) is a welcome relief for those who have lost jobs due to Covid-19, financial […]
September 14, 2021
Life can be complicated if we choose to make it so. As adults, we should know what makes us happy. Yet, most of us adults have […]
September 14, 2021
“Good morning sir! Welcome to our store.” “What is your preferred method to make your payment?” “We accept cash, cards and e-wallets.” “For e-wallet, we accept […]
September 14, 2021
Many of you will know the difference between assets and liabilities, but allow me to explain for those that don’t. An asset is something that potentially […]
September 14, 2021
Is there something that we’re afraid of talking about? YES. We’re all afraid to talk about money. We were taught and trained to be polite when […]
September 14, 2021
Financial planners will soon be allowed to provide advisory services on investments such as stocks and bonds, instead of just recommending financial plans, insurance policies and […]
September 14, 2021
Malaysians who rely on fixed deposits (FDs) to fund their retirement have been encouraged by financial planners to diversify into other investment instruments in view of […]
September 14, 2021
PETALING JAYA: Many Malaysians are deeply in debt, and some could spend their entire working life paying off what they owe. These debts are incurred through […]
September 14, 2021
PETALING JAYA: Restructuring loans can be a daunting task, but it is achievable with planning and reliable help, says a financial expert. Malaysia Financial Planning Council […]
September 14, 2021
Thomas (not his real name), 61, recently found his employment contract prematurely terminated and replaced with one that came with a 50% pay cut and a […]
September 14, 2021
FOR most Malaysians, retiring to a comfortable life is like an impossible dream. Most have barely enough in their savings to make ends meet when their […]
September 14, 2021
If you’ve had a good run investing this year, has this translated to a meaningful growth in your net worth? Looking back at 2020, we can […]
September 12, 2021
Some investment habits can be detrimental to your financial health, preventing you from growing wealth optimally Over the course of the Movement Control Order in Malaysia, […]
September 12, 2021
Insurance protection often takes a back seat to our other more pressing commitments, but this should not be the case. As a millennial myself, I can […]
September 12, 2021
Planning for the finances of ageing parents is a responsibility we should not take lightly When it comes to showing gratitude and appreciation to parents for […]
September 12, 2021
You can embrace a mid-career change if you plan ahead before taking the plunge Author and motivation speaker Simon Sinek said, “Working hard for something we […]
September 12, 2021
Be more creative and unorthodox this Valentine’s Day by investing towards a more meaningful goal for your loved ones I’ve always marvelled at the speed and […]
September 12, 2021
Women have inherent qualities that enable them to effectively plan their own and their family’s finances In conjunction with International Women’s Day this March, my team […]
September 12, 2021
Though you may have a sound financial plan, unexpected costs may undermine your financial goals A new year is upon us and you are resolute and […]
September 11, 2021
Many millennials get trapped because they don’t pay much attention to their finances Money doesn’t disappear overnight but often it’s the case of losing one dollar […]
September 11, 2021
Having a clearer roadmap will provide clarity, identify gaps and address them as we work towards a meaningful and successful retirement path. In the traditional context, […]
September 11, 2021
Learn about new investment opportunities and how to understand your risk profile when planning your investment strategy. It is almost impossible to miss the headlines these […]
September 11, 2021
What does retirement look like for baby boomers? We speak to five financial planners about baby boomers and how they won’t (or can’t?) stop working. For […]
July 8, 2021
Retirees have been among the hardest hit by the restrictions on movement taken to contain the Covid-19 pandemic as their nest eggs shrink along with the […]