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4 Things Worth Spending on

RinggitPlus

- 3rd March 2015

We are always told to save and be careful with our spending. But there are some things worth spending on. Here are 4 things that is often worth the money paid (and more).

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Where Can You Spend Your Bitcoins in Malaysia?

Guo Heng

- 23rd February 2015

Just last week we explained the concept of bitcoins - but where exactly are these virtual riches useful? We show you where you can spend your magic internet money.

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Magic Internet Money, or Bitcoin, for Muggles

Guo Heng

- 18th February 2015

Bitcoin has been getting more and more attention lately, with a slew of large household names adopting bitcoin payments over the previous year. But does the concept stump you? Check out our simple guide.

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How Much to Give in a Chinese New Year “Ang Pow”?

RinggitPlus

- 17th February 2015

Can't decide how much to slip into "ang pow" packets this year? Whilst it's great fun to receive them; the payout can be daunting as you wonder how much to give and if you have enough for everyone.

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What Games Can Teach You About Finance

Guo Heng

- 11th February 2015

Games are more than just fun pastimes or hobbies. In fact, personal finance lessons abound. Check out some of the money lessons hidden within games you've probably not noticed.

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The RM10 Challenge – Surviving on Thin Air in Kuala Lumpur

Diana Chai

- 29th January 2015

Armed with just RM10, we sought to answer a tricky question: Could one survive a workday in the Klang Valley with only this much money?

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4 Money Reasons to Celebrate January 2015

Diana Chai

- 29th January 2015

With the fall of the Ringgit and the global oil crisis; you might wonder how one could possibly celebrate January 2015. But we like to search for silver linings - we found four which might give you just a little reason to smile.

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Should You Invest in Property?

Diana Chai

- 27th January 2015

Many people view property purchases as an investment. If you're thinking of getting your hands on a piece of the real estate pie as a long term investment then here are some basic pros and cons to remember.

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Top 5 Malaysian Money Myths to Discard

Diana Chai

- 15th January 2015

Money myths abound everywhere and you may have read generic myths online. But we're honing in on the misleading money myths Malaysians are exposed to that you can safely 'delete' from your brain (or take with a pinch of salt)!

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10 Realistic Financial Goals to Hit by 30

Diana Chai

- 9th January 2015

Personal finance sites can be filled with unrealistic advice for the average wage-earning Malaysian youth. You don't have to feel like you failed if your finances aren't perfect. We give you some realistic goals to aim for.