Merdeka literally means freedom and independence, but it can also symbolize much more. It goes without saying that Hari Merdeka can invoke national pride even in those who don’t consider themselves very patriotic. So, to find out what Merdeka means to the average Malaysian, we asked 5 of our own CompareHero.my staff what Merdeka means […]

Malaysia banknotes have gone through several changes over the past decades. Ringgit was only introduced as Malaysia’s official currency 18 years after independence. We discovered 4 interesting facts that you probably never knew about our Ringgit, read this article to find out. With Merdeka just round the corner, we decided to take a closer look […]

Merdeka is just a few days away and in the spirit of appreciating all things Malaysian, let’s take a look at some of our favourite Malaysian food. But today, we’re going to be looking at their prices, specifically. It goes without saying that things were WAY cheaper 64 years ago. Also, up until 1975, Malaysia’s […]

Financial management was different before Malaysia gained independence in 1957. How did the financial landscape transform and affect us today in 2020? We look at 8 ways of how Malaysians managed their money during pre-Merdeka days and now. Rewind to more than six decades ago, pre-Merdeka times, and money management and personal finance were starkly […]

Merdeka is just around the corner, and even though this will be our second one indoors, the spirit of Merdeka should still be celebrated! To make it more fun, several businesses in Malaysia have decided to offer Merdeka promos that you can claim for the next few weeks. So, give these a go and enjoy […]

Most Malaysians are foodies, and living in a melting pot like Malaysia means there’s always a new dish to try. You might have already tried most of the local cuisines, but did you know that each Malaysian state actually has their own signature food dishes? Every state has more than one popular dish, of course, […]

One way to give back to society during this time is to support small businesses around you to stay afloat. In this article, we’ll be covering not just small businesses, but small businesses that support a social cause.  In simple terms, when you support these businesses, you’ll also be contributing to a particular group in […]

Want to stay entertained and gain valuable advice about your finances at the same time? Here are the best movies and TV shows that have provided us with life-changing money lessons.  When you were a kid, did your parents used to say that watching too much TV is bad for you? Well, as your mind […]

This article was first published in June 2017 and has been edited and updated for accuracy and clarity. Don’t limit your future by ignoring your credit score, here are tips you should follow to help you improve your credit score. ContentsWhat is a credit score?Does it matter if I have a bad credit score?What should […]

Having your groceries delivered to your home is so convenient. You can avoid the crowds and queues at hypermarkets and supermarkets, as well as save on petrol and parking tickets. However, you’ll have to spend some money on delivery charges when you order your groceries online via delivery apps such as GrabMart, pandamart, HappyFresh, and […]

Financial literacy is important, but oftentimes we might not know where to gain financial knowledge from. Fortunately, with social media platforms such as YouTube, you can find many financial gurus and experts who are willing to teach you a thing or two on finance. You might have heard of experts from all around the world, […]

Pulse oximeters have now become essential in many homes, especially during this time. They’re used to check your oxygen saturation levels from time to time so that you can ensure your lungs are getting enough oxygen. Just a few days ago, it was reported that there’s been an increase in people selling counterfeit oximeters. But…why’s this […]

It goes without saying that many businesses have been severely impacted by the ongoing pandemic. There have been some initiatives that are aimed at reducing this impact, such as the wage subsidy programme, hiring incentives, and so on.  Two programmes for micro-businesses were also introduced last year: The Informal Financing Scheme (SPIN) and the Covid […]

With Malaysia reporting close to 20k cases a day for a while now, we can say that the virus is getting closer and closer to us. At this point, you might want to get tested if you feel you might have come into contact with someone else who tested positive.  But getting tested in a […]

If you’ve ever set a budget but lost track of it along the way and ended up just spending money without any idea of how much you have taken out from your wallet, then you might need some help on managing your finances in a smarter and more practical way.  Getting your cash flow on […]

It goes without saying that for many of us, our mental health might not be in the best state right now. Statistics show that there has been an increase in calls for help with regard to mental health issues since last year. It’s a trying period at the moment, and the stress can leave a […]

The Olympics this year may be different from the previous ones due to Covid-19 travel restrictions. However, the spirit of wanting to win hasn’t faded, and we all felt that when Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik won a bronze medal for badminton last week. Bagging medals aside, you might also be wondering how much […]

With vaccinations in Malaysia being ramped up in the last few weeks, you might be seeing more and more of your family friends posting pictures of their newly injected selves. And if you’ve also already gotten your jab, you know that finally getting your shot can be a big deal! To celebrate those who’ve gotten […]

Investments like purchasing a property are great! But what’s not so great is the process and the time it takes to make that investment yours. Fortunately, liquid investing can help counter this issue. It presents the opportunity to build your wealth while keeping your funds easily accessible.  ContentsWhat are liquid investments? 6 types of liquid investments1. […]

It’s that time of the year again—durian season. MCO or not, Malaysians have still gone looking for the king of fruits. It’s also been said that there’s an increase in harvest this year, which is why you still might see a lot of durians even though the season began weeks ago. While many Malaysians love […]