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Pregnant and facing discrimination? Get help
News of a pregnancy is always cause for celebration. But it can cause mothers-to-be a lot of heartache when employers withhold support and empathy for employees who suffer from difficulties arising from their pregnancies.
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Spending within your budget
The Sunday Times commissions financial advisory firm New Independent to assess the financial well-being of three young working adults.
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How much to give mum and dad
Once the children start working, how much of a cash allowance they give their parents on a regular basis often becomes a touchy issue.
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The Middle Path: Joint and separate accounts
A husband and wife hold some joint accounts while also keeping their own separate savings accounts.
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One Extreme: Joint accounts
Both partners have only joint savings and spending accounts.
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The Other Extreme: Separate accounts
Two partners hold separate accounts and keep their salaries and expenditure a secret from each other.
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Two hearts, one bank account?
In the first of a four-part series on money matters in the family, The Sunday Times looks at three common approaches Singaporean couples take in handling finances in a marriage.
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In love? Great, but keep money matters separate
How to mesh love and money? Here are four things to think about.
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No flat = No wedding
Newly-weds who find it hard to get a flat amid buoyant property market are putting off their weddings.
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Planning for your nest egg
I am not financially savvy, but I would like to put my money into the stock market. How do I know what is a good investment? Finance experts from ipac answer any money-related questions you may have every fortnight.
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Maxed out!
Are banks open to negotiation, when credit card holders approach them for a more reasonable payment plan?
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Getting insured
Is there some kind of family policy I can consider getting, which can be tagged to my own life/critical illness insurance policies, that will also provide cover for my husband?
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Too little, or too much?
I'm not sure if I am over- or under-insured. How can I work that out?
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Riding on riders
I have been receiving calls and letters from insurance companies introducing new riders. How do I know whether I need these additional riders?
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Hey, big spender
Saving and investing for the long-term are the only ways to make the good times last.
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Take cover
What types of insurance does a woman need?
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How to curb too much credit card use
Don't be lulled by the convenience of these cards; they can rack up excessive interest charges.
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Investment lessons women need to know
Sound and successful investing to grow your wealth operates on the same principles as a successful diet - consistency, planning and discipline. Janet Lim gives a step-by-step guide to taking that first step to a sound investment plan.
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