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Credit Card: A Friend in Need or A Foe Indeed?
- 29th May 2013
We used to go everywhere together, my friend and I; movies, shopping, dining and even holidays. I loved being around her; she made me feel complete. When I was short on cash, she offered help. Then she betrayed me - who is she? My credit card
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May Day: Tax Filing Deadline Reminder!
- 28th May 2013
It’s that time of year once again! The 15th May extended deadline for filing your individual tax returns is fast approaching. Which begs the question: are you paying too much tax? Read our quick guide to your tax obligations and find out.
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My First Ringgit Puts Kids On The Right Track
- 27th May 2013
Education and Research Association for Consumers, Malaysia (ERA)'s My First Ringgit program, is part of their on-going Stretching Your Ringgit series, a financial education initiative aimed at kindergarten children between the ages of 4 and 6 years.
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Online Shopping: Are Women Still From Venus?
- 27th May 2013
Women are often stereotyped as impulsive buyers and they tend to shop for both essential and unnecessary products. Men on the other hand are seen as more disciplined shoppers, buying only what they need and in a short amount of time.
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Graduate With (Dis)Honours
- 27th May 2013
Students are graduating from university with huge levels of debt. While it’s disheartening to see young Malaysians carry financial burdens we can’t help but wonder what drove them to spend more than they could afford?
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Hong Leong Mach‘s ‘Third Way’ reviewed – a new way to shop?
- 15th May 2013
Hong Leong Mach has introduced the 'Third Way' of shopping: the Money Box and the Dream Jar. They promise these new savings accounts will help you reach your goals in double-quick time - is that really true? We put them to the test..
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New Citibank Rewards Platinum credit card – compared
- 1st May 2013
How does the Citibank Rewards Platinum card measure up against the competition? We put this new Reward Points credit card through its paces.
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What You Need to Know When Cancelling Your Credit Card
Diana Chai
- 20th September 2014
Have you thought about cancelling a credit card (or two)? Before you do - read this quick guide on what you need to know (and consider) before cutting your cards up!
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How to Increase Your Credit Card Limit
Desiree Nair
- 27th May 2019
Not sure how to gain access to more credit? We’ll show you how to increase your credit card limit and let you in on the pros and cons of doing so.
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5 Things to Know About Car Loans
Desiree Nair
- 23rd January 2019
If you're planning to buy a car; you're going to need a car loan (unless you've got a lot of money in the bank)! We give you a nutshell guide on the 5 things you need to know!
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What Are the Differences Between Cash Back and Cash Rebates?
Desiree Nair
- 4th January 2017
Being offered cash back and cash rebates are completely tempting when making a purchase – but did you know that these rewards are not always the same?