Malaysian Personal Finance Articles, News & Money Tips

Latest Petrol Price for RON95, RON97 & Diesel in Malaysia

By CompareHero.my
January 10, 2020

Get the latest Malaysia petrol price. Fuel prices are announced every Friday evening for the following week. The rate for RON95, RON97, and Diesel will be updated here weekly. Bookmark our article and stay informed!

Personal Financing: Good or Bad?

By CompareHero.my
November 15, 2019

Personal loans tend to get a bad reputation. For most people, borrowing money (for any reason) is never a good thing. From social stigmas to cultural issues and hearsay, there are plenty of factors that can hold back a person from seeking financial assistance whenever he/she needs to. But it can be a viable option […]

50 Low Cost Franchises In Malaysia You Can Join Right Now

By CompareHero.my
November 7, 2019

The ultimate roundup of low cost franchise opportunities including Tealive and more. As of 7 November 2019, we have refreshed this list with new franchises that recently entered the market, some of which are highly coveted Taiwanese bubble tea brands that you may already have tried! Franchising can be a great way to get into […]

Where To Shop For CNY Goodies On A Budget

By CompareHero.my
January 17, 2020

Written be Diana Lee. As much as we love celebrating Chinese New Year, there’s bound to be a hole in your pocket after spending on preparations such as home decor, snacks, fashion, and red packets! To make CNY this year easier on your pocket, here’s a guide to shop for CNY goodies on a budget. […]

We’ve Compared Top 4 Pocket WiFis And Found The Best Deal!

By CompareHero.my
January 15, 2020

Written by Diana Lee. Having Internet access is crucial regardless of travelling for work or for leisure. From communicating with business counterparts to updating your ‘gram, having access to the Internet contributes to a great travel experience. It’s also crucial to have a good connection. Without high speed Internet , you won’t be able to […]

#CHeats: Top 8 Chinese Restaurants For CNY Reunion Dinner With Discounts

By CompareHero.my
January 10, 2020

Written by Diana Lee. How time flies, Chinese New Year is just 2 weeks away! Unsure where to have reunion dinner this year? Fret not – we’re here to help! We’ve shortlisted the top 8 best restaurants within Klang Valley for your reunion dinner this year: complete with price comparisons, menu details, and special offers […]

Your Guide To IG-Worthy Christmas Trees In Malls Across Klang Valley [2019]

By CompareHero.my
December 19, 2019

It’s that time of the year again where the familiar sights and sounds tell us Christmas is just around the corner. The jingling of bells, faint Christmas music, shimmering lights and towering Christmas trees all decked in a myriad of shinies. But what’s a celebration if there are no photos to commemorate the joyous occasion? […]

Top 10 Christmas Buffet Deals in Klang Valley 2019

By Vino Kurukullam
December 16, 2019

Christmas is here and many of us are already prepping for the celebration including gifts and parties. Here’s a list of the top 10 places to celebrate Christmas with your loved ones this year.

Best 12.12 Credit Card Discounts For Shopee

By CompareHero.my
December 11, 2019

The long-awaited annual year-end-sale is back. There’s only one reason why everyone’s looking forward to the 12.12 yearly sales tradition, and it’s because of the massive markdowns. With savings of up to 70% off, there’s plenty for everyone across all categories. And what’s even better than massive markdowns? Credit card discounts on top of those […]

Last Chance To Get Up To RM2,500 Income Tax Relief 2019

By CompareHero.my
December 11, 2019

Do you know what is income tax relief? Tax reliefs are set by Lembaga Hasil Dalam Negeri (LHDN), where a taxpayer is able to deduct a certain amount for cash expended in that assessment year, from the total annual income. These are for certain activities that the government encourages to lighten our financial loads. For […]

Best 12.12 Deals On Lazada For Secret Santa

By CompareHero.my
December 10, 2019

Are you assigned as someone’s Secret Santa this year? Thinking about a gift can be a nerve-racking process that would leave you pulling your hair out. In most cases, we leave the shopping until the very last minute, and that often leads us to making bad gifting decisions: buying gifts that are either too expensive, […]

How To Save Cost On Travel Insurance

By Vino Kurukullam
December 10, 2019

Most of us already know the importance of having life insurance. But what about travel insurance? Some may question: “Is travel insurance still important if I already have life insurance coverage?” The answer is yes, simply because it includes very specific travel-related protection that your generic life insurance may not have covered. But just like […]

#CHeats: Dining with Discounts (December 2019)

By CompareHero.my
December 5, 2019

The holiday season is here and it’s also the time where people gather with their families over one common thing that unites us all together — food. While the feasting and fellowship is one to look forward to, the decision-making on where to dine at is known to be a daunting task for many. Although […]

Last Minute Christmas Gift Ideas Under RM50

By CompareHero.my
November 26, 2019

Ever felt like the holiday season is still weeks away, but then reality suddenly comes crashing down and Christmas is actually in just a few days? What if you don’t have enough savings to get expensive and nice gifts for everyone?

How Do You Make A Travel Insurance Claim?

By Vino Kurukullam
November 22, 2019

Do you purchase travel insurance when you travel? Did you know that only 8 out of 10 Malaysians know the significance of travel insurance, but only 34.8% would purchase it? In my opinion, that’s an alarming low figure. Travel insurance is vital to have when you travel because who knows what could happen? See also: […]

Quiz: What’s Your Credit Card Type?

By CompareHero.my
November 21, 2019

Picking a credit card can be tricky. With the amount of options in the market, the filtering process tends to be a long and tiresome one. You have to think about which credit card provider to choose, what type of credit card suits your lifestyle needs, and then go through the product details. And then […]

Is RM500 Enough To Encourage Women To Start Working Again?

By CompareHero.my
November 19, 2019

How do you feel when you have to leave your children to go to work? For stay-at-home moms, getting back to work is tough. As a working mother, they are afraid that bosses expect them to work like they do not have children! For the Belanjawan 2020, the government introduced the Women@Work initiative in an […]

Travel Insurance: What Happens When Natural Disaster Strikes?

By CompareHero.my
November 18, 2019

Hazardous earthquake and deadly monsoon flood: those are scenarios that every traveler dreads. We know that natural disasters are the last thing you want to think about when you are travelling. With never-ending climate change issues, we may encounter more natural disasters these days and in time to come. But what do natural disasters mean […]

5 Travel Must-Haves You Tend To Always Leave Behind

By Denissa Goh
November 15, 2019

More often than not, we get so excited about something that we tend to forget the most important bits — and that happens with traveling a lot. I’m not talking about your phone charger or toothbrush but items that could turn your trip into a disaster if neglected. Suddenly a holiday isn’t so relaxing when […]

eSports: A Career That Makes Millions

By Vino Kurukullam
November 14, 2019

How many of you know what a Micro Genius is? If you do, you had an awesome childhood! Remember games like Super Mario, Donkey Kong, and (my absolute favorite) Contra? And if you were the younger sibling, chances are you were either Luigi in Super Mario or the dude with the blonde flat top hair […]

7 Reasons To Use The Enhanced CIMB Platinum BusinessCard

By CompareHero.my
November 7, 2019

You don’t need a large business to get one. Many Malaysian entrepreneurs, when first starting a business, begin using a personal credit card for certain business expenses. However, once the business starts to grow, one should start to garner tangible benefits from using a good business credit card — i.e, a credit card in your […]