Angela Teng

Jan 2, 2024 | dollarsandsense.sg | Angela Teng

There’s so much emphasis on self-care and wellness these days that companies are also taking a closer look at providing a more all-rounded holistic work environment for their workers. This has brought on the role of new chiefs solely focused on workers’ mental health and holistic needs, such as Chief Wellness Officers (CWO).

Dec 27, 2023 | dollarsandsense.sg | Angela Teng

Scams are everywhere and now even your Central Provident Fund (CPF) is a target. The government has therefore announced a new online withdrawal limit for CPF at $2,000 a day for all members 55 years old and above. The measure started on Nov 30 this year. As of 2023, retirees typically have at least $99,400 in their retirement accounts and there’s a pressing need to protect them as well as beef up security as technology and scams get increasingly invasive.

Dec 26, 2023 | dollarsandsense.sg | Angela Teng

Doctors are regarded as important contributors to society, as they help save lives and heal the sick. A doctor’s career is also something many Singapore parents aspire for their children to achieve. Many know that it is a career that requires good education grades and also grit to complete their internship and other practical work experience before they can become a full fledged doctor. But do doctors earn much? We find out.

Dec 6, 2023 | dollarsandsense.sg | Angela Teng

Ever wished you could break out of the rat race and showcase your passion for singing and dancing? The streets of Europe, Japan and Taiwan are often entertained by music echoing on to the cool breezy night. Street performers, or buskers, will often appear when it is dusk and set up in empty spots, oblivious to the bustling commuters heading home after work.

Nov 30, 2023 | dollarsandsense.sg | Angela Teng

With the internet becoming more pervasive, scammers are on the prowl to cheat innocent victims in all ways possible of their hard-earned savings. Banks, who are generally the custodians of our savings, have come up with a way to prevent people with ill intentions from stealing our savings out of our bank accounts. Customers of Singapore’s three local banks (DBS, UOB, and OCBC) will now be able to put a lock on their savings (and stow away the “key”).