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It pays to follow the moves of canny investors like Wee Cho Yaw. - The Straits Times
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>> INVESTMENTS AND SAVINGS
  On the trail of the smart money
It pays to follow the moves of canny investors like Wee Cho Yaw.
  How to pick a financial adviser
Here are some things to consider when looking for a professional financial adviser. -ST
  Putting a price on financial advice
Some institutions charge a fee while others earn commissions. -ST
  Is it too late now to pick up stocks?
No, but experts advise buying in stages instead of in one go.
  Core investment principles still hold
What investors should do in these uncertain times is to adopt a disciplined, consistent approach that is well-suited to their personal circumstances. -BT
  Different strategies, same goal
Couple did not rate saving for their kids' tertiary education as their most important financial goal.
  Time to redo your sums
Nest egg for children's university education could fall short due to economic crisis.
>> CREDIT AND LOANS
  Want to save some money?
In a case of buyer beware, ignorant borrowers may pay more than they should for their home loans. -TNP
  Don't spend your way into debt
His debts with seven banks had snowballed to $110,000 early this year. -ST
  Tips on keeping a good track record
Here is a simple how-to in keeping a clean bill of credit health. -ST
  You can run, but you can't hide
Bad credit history will catch up with you, making it difficult to get mortgages or loans. -ST
  Tips on refinancing your home loan
Your existing lender may give you a lower rate, but it may not be the best deal. -ST
  To refinance or not to refinance?
We look at the various criteria you should consider before taking the plunge. -BT
  Banking and the art of mortgage lending
Repossession usually final step after exhausting all other avenues.
>> INSURANCE
  Hidden insurance charges? I don't think so...
No additional charges levied, as far as can be seen from statements. -ST
  Investment-linked policies can benefit customers
Many policyholders benefit from a larger portion of investment premiums. -ST
  New insurance law addresses pitfalls of trusts
Holders of life policies can amend nominations at any time without nominees' consent. -ST
  S'poreans grossly under-insured: Study
Average person covered for only a third of $495k needed. -ST
  Insurance still important in recession
More S'poreans hold on to their policies during slump: survey. -BT
  In hard times, take cover
The time to take up medical insurance is when you're still in good health. -ST
  Girls just gotta have funds
Women can end up in dire straits if they are clueless about family finances. -ST
 
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