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A young woman looking at her loan contract and thinking ways to be a socially and morally responsible borrower
Lifestyle

6 Ways to Be a Socially and Morally Responsible Borrower

Understandably, we all have the desire to purchase an expensive item from time to time, for instance, buying a new car. But not everyone can afford to pay a hefty sum upfront in cash. Most of us will take up a loan which is the most viable option. Before signing on the dotted line, you should bear in mind that you should only borrow what you need, and do not get carried away and fall into the pitfall of over-borrowing. You should take some time to evaluate your options carefully and consider the following factors.

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What Goes Into a Traditional Chinese Wedding?

Have you ever thought about what goes into a traditional Chinese wedding? A traditional Chinese wedding is an elaborate event that includes many symbolic traditions. Weddings has always been viewed as auspicious and happy events by the Chinese, which is one of the reasons why there are so many elaborate and symbolic traditions in a traditional Chinese wedding.

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Interior designer looking at the trending colour swatches and planning for a home renovation proposal
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Home Renovation: 5 Trending Interior Design Looks in 2023

no matter if you’re a new homeowner or an existing one, this article will walk you through some trending interior design ideas in 2021 to keep an eye out for.

2020 has been a long year for all of us, don’t you wish you could spice things up in your daily life? A change of scenery could improve your mindset going into 2021 where things might just start to perk up a little! So, no matter if you’re a new homeowner or an existing one, this article will walk you through some trending interior design ideas in 2021 to keep an eye out for.

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A woman in a wheelchair with her therapist to illustrate the concept of taking a medical loan for medical emergencies
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What You Need to Know Before Taking a Medical Loan

Life can be unpredictable at times and we may find ourselves or our loved ones in an emergency medical situation. It is no secret that medical bills in Singapore can burn a hole in your pocket and because of that, insurance schemes like MediSave and personal plans are very important to have. However, for hefty bills, your MediSave balance may not be enough to sustain you. If you find yourself needing treatment or surgery that your insurance plans do not cover, searching for a large sum of cash can be daunting. In such cases, medical loans can be an option for those who are in need of urgent funds.

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Young SME business owners running a home-based business and thinking of taking a business loan for small and medium-sized enterprises
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The Challenges and Advantages of Being an SME in Singapore

In Singapore, small and medium-sized enterprises, or SMEs in short, are widely regarded as an essential and critical component of the economy. There are approximately 219,000 SMEs in Singapore, which makes up 99% of all domestic companies and contributes 50% of national Gross Domestic Product, or GDP in short.

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A young man considering whether to drive a private hire car with Grab or Gojek
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4 Reasons Why Driving a Private Hire Car Is Still a Good Job

With the recent pandemic going on, it seems like increasingly more people are jumping on the private hire bandwagon especially with Grab and Gojek. Surely, the flexibility you get and the idea of being your own boss is tempting. In this article, we go through why driving a private hire care is still a good occupation if you meet the criteria, that is.

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A photograph illustrating female SME startup business owners in Singapore using a business loan to boost their small business.
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4 Major Ways to Boost Your Business in Singapore

Managing a successful business is certainly a challenge for many business owners. It doesn’t matter if you are running a startup, a SME or a large enterprise, there are definitely different challenges that will arise throughout your journey. Apart from doing your due research before starting your business and investing your time and money, we provide some tips that can help you improve your business strategy.

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An image of a person passing a house model to another person to illustrate bridging loans from licensed moneylenders in Singapore
Lifestyle

Bridging Loans: How They Can Help You

Have you ever wanted to buy a new home but do not have enough cash to pay for it due to the fact that you have not received the proceeds from the sale of your old home yet? This is when a bridging loan can come in handy in helping you solve your financial issues.

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A foreign worker working at a construction site in Singapore while thinking about financial challenges that he faces
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3 Financial Challenges Foreign Workers May Face in Singapore

Foreign employees have always been regarded as an essential facet of Singapore’s economy, as they are needed to plug skill gaps and take on labor-intensive roles. Over the years, these foreign employees have made huge contributions to the Singaporean economy, by taking on jobs in many different sectors, such as the construction industry and marine industry.

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