KEY HIGHLIGHTS All Singapore households receive S$150 supermarket vouchers in 2026 to offset grocery costs. Vouchers can be used at major supermarkets and stacked with promotions for bigger savings. For most families, this cuts essential grocery spending by hundreds of dollars a year. Grocery bills in Singapore haven’t been getting any cheaper. Eggs, rice, cooking … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Every Singaporean household can now claim S$300 in CDC vouchers from 2 January 2026. Vouchers help offset daily expenses and support hawkers, heartland shops, and supermarkets. Valid till 31 December 2026, split evenly between heartland merchants and supermarkets. Missed the announcement? Here’s the simple version. From 2 January 2026, every Singaporean household can … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Singapore CHAS 2026 continues to subsidise GP and dental care amid rising healthcare costs Lower- and middle-income households can save hundreds to thousands yearly on outpatient bills One of the highest-value government healthcare subsidies in Singapore — no premiums needed Medical bills in Singapore are quietly going up. GP visits, chronic condition follow-ups, … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Silver Support Scheme payouts for 2026 follow a fixed quarterly schedule for eligible seniors in Singapore. Quarterly payouts can go up to S$900, depending on HDB flat type and lifetime CPF contributions. Payouts are automatic — no application needed — and paid via bank credit or GovCash. Many lower-income seniors in Singapore rely … Read more
Most Singaporeans get stuck on this question: should you top up CPF or put more money into stocks? Honestly speaking, the “secret formula” isn’t some fancy trick. It’s about using CPF for what it does best — and letting stocks do the heavy lifting where CPF cannot. Why CPF Is Still a Solid Foundation CPF … Read more
As we step into 2026, investors in Singapore are reflecting on the turbulent yet enlightening year of 2025. Global markets were shaped by sticky inflation, fluctuating interest rates, geopolitical tensions, and rapid advancements in AI and green technology. Amid all this noise, one clear lesson emerged for both retail and institutional investors: For Singapore, a … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Buying a home in Singapore in 2026 costs far more than the listed price. Stamp duties, CPF interest, loans, and renovation can add 20%–35% extra. Realistic first-year home costs range from S$500,000 to over S$3 million. Here’s the honest truth most buyers only realise too late: the property price you see on listings … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Singapore seniors may receive both Assurance Package and Cost-of-Living payouts in 2026, depending on eligibility. Assurance Package offsets GST at 9% long-term, while Cost-of-Living Payments provide short-term inflation relief. Eligible seniors can receive up to S$2,250 under the Assurance Package, plus additional COL cash payouts. That’s why the Assurance Package and Cost-of-Living (COL) … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS CPF LIFE payouts in 2026 will be a major income pillar for retirees in Singapore. Monthly payouts can range from S$800 to S$2,500+, depending on your Retirement Account savings. Smart planning before age 55 and 65 can permanently boost your lifelong income. Retirement in Singapore is getting more expensive, no sugar-coating it. From … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS CPF Retirement Sums in 2026 will determine how much you can withdraw and your monthly CPF LIFE payouts. Choosing between BRS, FRS or ERS can change your lifelong income by hundreds of dollars a month. For most Singaporeans, hitting at least FRS in 2026 is the safe baseline for retirement stability. Turning 55 … Read more