With the changing dynamics of dating and marriage, more Singaporeans are opting to remain single. Whether by choice or need, being a single retiree comes with its own set of advantages and disadvantages, not the least of which is the need for cautiou ...
Many people's ultimate goal in life is to retire early. It means having the option of continuing to work past the age of mandatory retirement. In Singapore, if you want to retire legally, you need to be at least 63 years old. Planning ahead and bein ...
Dementia does not occur naturally with aging. It's a condition wherein the brain's functionality gradually deteriorates due to illness. Dementia has an impact on memory, judgment, language, planning, and behavior.Dementia is more frequent in people o ...
The comfort that comes from knowing you have enough money to get by when life throws you a curveball is immeasurable.That's why it's crucial to have some money set aside in case of an unexpected expense. In the event of an unexpected financial setbac ...
Inflation has been in the spotlight for weeks, and more rate hikes are expected in the coming months. If you've been thinking about buying a second home, it might be a good time to start planning for it now, since a rise in interest rates could lead ...
You may have noticed prices rising in Singapore unless you've been living in a hut in the Mandai forests and growing your own food. The Consumer Price Index (CPI), which measures overall inflation in Singapore, increased to 7.5% year over year (y-o-y ...
What are the potential causes of falling? Where do most elderly falls happen? Does aging make people more at risk? The physical and mental after-effects of a fall can extend far beyond the obvious physical harm. If you or an elderly loved one are con ...
Most Asian families are extended, where people live together with their parents and grandparents. However, as we live with our parents, we may notice that they also age alongside us.So, eventually, we may have to shoulder the expense of caring for bo ...
When things become tough, the tough get moving! Being mentally fit enables us to maintain our composure and not falter when the going gets difficult. Living well and coping well despite the difficulties we may encounter is what it means to have a goo ...
Obtaining a critical illness insurance policy in Singapore is a significant step in filling in any gaps in your current insurance coverage.The Life Insurance Association of Singapore (LIA) reports an 80% critical illness protection gap and a 23% mort ...
