Critical Illnesses – An Important Consideration for Singaporeans Singapore is renowned for its exceptional healthcare system, but the prevalence of critical illnesses remains a significant concern for the population. This article discusses the most common
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Mar
What should Foreign Investors know about Singapore REITS?
Contributed by Kenny Loh, Associate Wealth Advisory Director, Financial Alliance Pte Ltd(The contributor can be contacted at kennyloh@fapl.sg) Singapore Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) are a popular investment vehicle for foreign investors looking to gain
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Feb
2023: Uncertain future but with it comes good opportunities
After a torrid 2022, the first few weeks of 2023 have seen strong gains across the board for equity – and even bond – markets.
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Dec
Aligning your Retirement with D.I.C.E.
We have started well in our childhood; pursuing life’s dreams and goals, fulfilling our obligations to our families, loved ones and the community in our adulthood; as time passes, we have reached the phase where we can, hopefully, live according to our terms, and end well for the time we have spent here.
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Aug
Understanding when a loss is actually crystallised
Many investors believe that, once they sell an investment, they are crystallising the loss of that particular investment.
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Aug
Navigating Declining Markets
Both the equity and bond markets have had a torrid first half to say the least. For the S&P500 itself, the first half of 2022 represented the worst 6-month start to the year since 1970.
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May
Going Green and Healthy for FA’s 20th Anniversary
To mark Financial Alliance’s 20th year as an Independent Financial Advisory Firm, the company’s staff, representatives and business partners are chipping in to take part in two special activities – “Plant Hope for the Future”
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Jan
Hybrid Marketing 101 for Financial Consultants
Hybrid marketing is a promotional approach that combines the best of both worlds in traditional and digital marketing. Instead of focusing solely on online platforms or in-person touchpoints, hybrid marketing merges them to create a more effective and extensive outreach plan.
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Jan
4 Disastrous Estate Planning Mistakes for Business Owners
Many business owners have to call it a day when they pass on. This is not a surprise as business owners normally spend the bulk of their time running the business, rather than thinking about the sustainability of the business when they are no longer at the helm.
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Dec
8 Things You Can Do This Year-End to Reduce Your Personal Income Tax Bill for YA 2022
As Singapore income tax is assessed on a “preceding year” basis, the income and tax reliefs relating to YA 2022 are the income and tax reliefs an individual earned in the calendar year 2021.
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Dec
8 Changes to the CPF System Announced in November 2021 and How They Will Affect You
CPF policies continue to evolve to meet members’ ever changing needs.
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Nov
The Hidden Costs of Studying Abroad
Be aware, as overlooked expenses can start adding up the moment an international student steps off the plane!
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