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Money Talks
Hosted by CNA · EN
Your weekly dose of personal finance with Andrea Heng. Here’s everything you need to know on how you can manage your money better.
The views and opinions shared during this podcast series are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Mediacorp Pte. Ltd. or its group of companies.
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How a 30-year-old makes S$100,000 a month in passive income through property
1w ago00:27:02Tap to summarizeWhat does it take to build six figures in passive income from property at the age of 30? JNA Sales Force co-founder Christian Oh now earns about $100,000 in rental income from a total of nine properties, including a coffee shop. He joins Andrea Heng to share how one early setback shaped his approach to investing and the lessons he's learnt as a landlord.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →What the end of the HDB wait-out rule means for private homeowners
2w ago00:21:56Tap to summarizeThe government has removed the 15-month wait-out period for private homeowners buying non-subsidised HDB resale flats, marking the end of one of Singapore's property cooling measures. PropNex executive chairman Ismail Gafoor joins Andrea Heng to explain why the rule was lifted, what it could mean for HDB resale prices and how this affects anyone thinking about right-sizing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Is it time to buy Japanese yen or stocks?
3w ago00:23:27Tap to summarizeThe Japanese yen has fallen to levels not seen in decades, leading many to ask if this is the right time to exchange some money for the next holiday. Mercer's Cameron Systermans joins Andrea Heng to explain what's driving the currency's valuation, what could change in the months ahead and how holidaymakers and investors should think about currency risk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Electricity tariffs: Is it time to lock in a fixed rate?
4w ago00:23:26Tap to summarizeWith electricity tariffs hitting record highs, many households are weighing whether to lock in with a fixed-rate plan or wait for prices to ease. David Broadstock from The Lantau Group joins Andrea Heng to explain how the different pricing models work and what you need to consider before making the switch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Buy into the next big IPO or avoid the hype?
Jul 1300:23:08Tap to summarizeSpaceX's blockbuster initial public offering has put the spotlight back on companies going public, but recent listings on the Singapore Stock Exchange have told a very different story. What separates successful IPOs from costly disappointments? Brandon Ho from Arta Finance joins Andrea Heng to unpack why valuations fluctuate and how large-scale IPOs could affect your investments – even if you’re not directly holding their stock.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →How to build a greener portfolio without sacrificing returns
Jul 600:27:02Tap to summarizeMany investors assume that going green means settling for lower returns. But is sustainable investing really a trade-off between doing good and growing your wealth? Eugenia Koh from Standard Chartered Bank joins Andrea Heng to unpack some of the biggest misconceptions about building a green portfolio and whether sustainable investments can match traditional returns.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →How investors can ride on Singapore’s role in the AI boom
Jul 100:22:27Tap to summarizeThe AI boom is lifting Singapore's electronics exports, but does that mean there are good investment opportunities in local companies? Veteran markets and business journalist Ven Sreenivasan joins Andrea Heng to discuss which sectors could benefit from the global AI surge and whether you should add them into your long-term investment portfolio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Is buying an executive condo still worth it after the new rule changes?
Jun 2200:19:11Tap to summarizeRecent changes to executive condominium (EC) rules could affect how buyers plan their next property move. From a longer minimum occupation period to changes in financing, the new measures may reshape who finds ECs attractive and whether they still fit into an upgrading strategy. Andrea Heng sits down with Ryan Ong from Stacked Homes to discuss how to assess whether buying an EC still makes sense.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Should I sell my Singtel special discounted shares?
Jun 1500:16:01Tap to summarizeMore than 610,000 Singaporeans are still holding on to Singtel special discounted shares bought decades ago using their CPF savings. With a new law allowing these shares to be transferred into individuals’ Central Depository accounts, many people are weighing whether to sell, hold or diversify these shares. Chua Yi Wen from DBS Bank’s Consumer Banking Group shares with Andrea Heng how to approach the decision.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Do men and women really handle money differently?
Jun 800:13:34Tap to summarizeMen and women are often said to approach money differently, from the way they save to the risks they take when investing. But how much of this is also shaped by biology, upbringing and social expectations? Professor Carmen Shih from the Singapore University of Social Sciences shares with Andrea Heng how these factors influence financial behaviour and what they mean for everyday money decisions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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