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Have you ever been in a car accident? Roadside collisions are a common occurrence in Malaysia, especially in the more crowded areas, such as Klang Valley. In 2016, Malaysia recorded a total of 521,466 car accidents, which was an increase from the year before when the total amount of car accidents stood at 489,606. The […]

It’s an Asian thing to do, giving parents money. For most of us, our parents worked hard to bring us up, and in those years, they would have spent a large chunk of their hard earned money on us. Therefore, the least a child can do upon entering the workforce is to provide their parents […]

LATEST UPDATE: Take note that the weekly announcement has been changed to Wednesday. The new cycle now runs from Thursday to Wednesday. Get the latest petrol price in Malaysia. We provide weekly updates every Wednesday at 5pm on fuel prices for RON95, RON97, and Diesel as the Malaysia government revises the pricing. Bookmark our page […]

When applying for a personal loan, be very clear of your goals and identify what you really want to achieve. Perhaps you want to renovate your home, or pay off your credit card bills? Always remember, a personal loan is a financial tool, not a cure-all to your financial problems. So check out the 5 […]

In March 2020, our country, along with many others, was forced into a lockdown to curb the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic. What followed was the unfortunate event of having many jobs lost because businesses simply couldn’t generate revenue to cover the cost of their employees for this period.  That’s also when platforms like Fiverr […]

If you take a closer look at the risk of health issues and the rising costs of hospitalisation and medical care, ensuring that you and your loved ones are covered by a comprehensive medical insurance plan is as important as ever.

The process of renting out your property can sometimes be an emotional and strenuous process. How can you make use of social media platforms to increase your property’s visibility, engage and attract your ideal tenant?

Just about every single day, you’re bound to hear some chatter around Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies. As of September 2021, there are more than just a handful of companies that accept cryptocurrencies as payment methods. And recently, even the country El Salvador has adopted this new form of currency. It cannot be denied that this […]

What is credit card identity theft and how does it happen? This type of fraud can happen if you don’t keep your credit card safe and secure. It is important for you to know the best ways to prevent thieves from stealing your credit card information. Here are some credit card safety tips that you […]

For the past few years, minimalism has become a popular practice because of the benefits it has.  A minimalist’s life means that you’ll strive to only have and use things that serve a purpose. Soon enough, you will realise how many things that are in your house don’t actually benefit you. Not only will this […]

Unless you haven’t turned on your phone for the past month, you must have seen or heard about the splash NFTs have been creating. From enthusiasts’ tweets to news headlines of yet another NFT being sold for millions of dollars, it has been taking over the Internet. While some are convinced they are the new […]

Be careful if you sing Despacito in public since it’s now considered an obscene song, you could be fined! Don’t believe us? Read on. We found some offences that most Malaysians (ourselves included) may not know are illegal. Some are quite funny, while some are disturbing.

 If you’re like the majority of young Malaysians who are living with high levels of debt, one of your financial resolutions is to settle your debt and make progress towards the overarching goal of financial freedom.

Maybank has formed a partnership with Shopee to introduce an e-commerce credit card called Maybank Shopee Visa Platinum Credit Card. Not only do you get to collect more Shopee coins, but you will also earn extra rewards and benefits for your online shopping experience. Read this article to find out everything you need to know […]

With the average starting salary for fresh graduates in Malaysia ranging between RM2,300 to RM2,500 combined with the rising cost of living, it comes as no surprise that there is a huge percentage of Gen Y who are now stuck in a rat race. Research studies by Malaysian Digest have shown that millennials are earning […]

What is the most annoying thing that can happen to you while streaming your favourite TV series? Exactly, slow broadband connection is the definite answer. Not only is it annoying, but it can be downright frustrating and you might just lose your initial good mood. When this happens, people usually play the blame game. The […]

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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 […]

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 […]

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 […]