Not sure if you should refinance your mortgage? Can’t tell the difference between SIBOR and SORA? Floating vs fixed rate - what are the pros & cons? If you are looking for advice on mortgages in Singapore, you’ve come to the right place. Get your mortgage questions answered in Chills 60 as we discuss everything you need to know about mortgages in Singapore with The Mortgage Master ( https://thefinancialcoconut.com/mortgage-masters ) himself, David Baey! PS. Check out Coconut Avenue, one of t...
Mar 09, 2022•41 min
As the Russia-Ukraine crisis rages on, the global financial system is also experiencing some stress. With the world order being put to the test, one can’t help but wonder: what if the US dollar collapses and is no longer the dominant currency in the world? While fear mongering is not our goal in TFC 133, we encourage you to keep an open mind and think about how you can protect your money should the global market move away from being US dollar-dominated. Get our show notes at https://thefinancial...
Mar 07, 2022•31 min
Fancy having a stable source of passive income coupled with capital appreciation in your portfolio? You can achieve that with dividend stocks. While growth stocks have become increasingly popular in the past few years, dividend stocks can act as an anchor in your portfolio amidst an inflationary environment. Join us on the global dividend hunt with Timothy Phillips, the head of content and investment lead at ProsperUs by CGS-CIMB Securities in this week’s Chills with TFC. Learn how to screen for...
Mar 02, 2022•49 min
When we talk about growth stocks, we are not just talking about growing stocks. We are looking for those that will dominate the market so that they can extend their growth phase for as long as possible. Do you know how to look for them? TFC 132 will provide you with some core ideas you should bear in mind when looking for the next growth stock with potential market dominance. Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc132 Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely f...
Feb 28, 2022•29 min
How old were you when you had your first conversation about money? Society has always emphasized on the importance of education among children. How about financial education for the little ones too? In this episode, we discuss why, when and how we can encourage children to develop positive and healthy money habits with Will Rainey, founder of Blue Tree Savings ( https://bit.ly/3se5HyT ) which provides useful resources to teach children about money. You’ll be surprised to hear that some of these ...
Feb 23, 2022•37 min
It’s Budget season as Singapore’s FY2022 Budget Statement was delivered by the Minister for Finance, Mr Lawrence Wong on 18 February 2022. What does the government hope to achieve by taxing the top earners? Will the idea of property as an investment tool become a thing of the past as property tax increases? With the upcoming GST hike in 2023, who will be impacted the most? All these questions and more on the Budget will be discussed in the special 2-part TFC episode by Chief Financial Coconut Re...
Feb 21, 2022•1 hr 8 min
Heard of stories where investors actually managed to 5x, 10x or even 100x their portfolios? You don’t have to be envious of them anymore. Any investor can beat the market if one is willing to learn and put in some work in their portfolios. Before you start your multibagger hunt, listen to Chills 57 as our guest Eugene Ng ( https://bit.ly/3LHYKhg ), founder & chief investment officer of Vision Capital ( https://visioncapital.group/ ) reveals the key indicators to look out for, how to allocate...
Feb 16, 2022•51 min
It’s stock picking time! Even though the market is currently experiencing a crazy drop, we believe there are still good opportunities if you know where to look. In this episode, we suss out 3 companies that we think could become the next 5x-10x multibagger complete with our analysis on them based on the numbers and not hearsay. A gentle reminder: we are not looking at this through a crystal ball (we don’t have one) so please remember to do your due diligence before making any investing decisions...
Feb 14, 2022•31 min
“No matter how, we will definitely - I say, definitely - make mistakes in the stock market, in the investing world.” This is what our guest Kenny asserts in this week’s Chills with TFC. Do you agree with him? As an independent financial advisor and REITs specialist, Kenny ( https://engage.fa.com.sg/kennyloh/ ) has many great investing insights to share with us. Retail investors are in for a treat as Chills 56 covers a wide range of investing-related topics, from the 3 stages of losing money in t...
Feb 09, 2022•43 min
Are you feeling nervous about the sea of red you see in the market recently? Perhaps you are doubting your investing decisions after watching the news that was so critical of a particular company. Does a sell-off really mean the company you invested in is no longer a good buy or is there more to it? In TFC 129, we break down the possible causes of these sell-offs in an objective manner for you before you make your next move (if any). Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc129 F...
Feb 07, 2022•23 min
Investing is becoming more and more personal as investors are starting to pick companies that represent their beliefs in life. Whether you are an advocate for ESG (Environment, Social, Governance) or strongly believe in disruptive tech, thematic investing has something for everyone. What are some factors to consider before investing in a certain theme? Can themes outperform the market? Join us in this episode as our guest Samantha Horton, the vice-president & head of business development at ...
Feb 02, 2022•26 min
TFC is excited to introducing our new podcast show: 理财哦椰! This is our very first Mandarin financial literacy podcast show that caters to our Chinese-speaking family & friends who also want to learn how to create a life we love while managing our finances well. Check out the first episode here and head over to 理财哦椰! for more Chinese content: https://spoti.fi/3obh73Z 你好，勇者。欢迎来到就业新手村！初入职场的你是否觉得前路茫茫，赚取的第一份薪水不知如何管理？记账时该记得多详细？薪水到底该先存还是先投资？ 理财哦椰! 第一集邀请了新加坡首个 “个人理财 podcast 节目” The Financial Coconut ...
Feb 01, 2022•1 hr 9 min
Happy Lunar New Year to all our listeners! In this special episode from the TFC catalogue, we explore 3 very interesting ways to invest your angbao money like buying 100 cups of coffee, even if you are not really a coffee lover. Intrigued? Listen to this episode and find out what we mean! For all other links mentioned or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut --- The Financial Coconut started out as a r...
Jan 31, 2022•18 min
Happy Lunar New Year to all our listeners! In this special episode from the TFC catalogue, we share different ways to make your CNY more interesting this year, from asking better questions when visiting your relatives to learning the art of gifting (not just angbao). Why not try out some of these tips and make your CNY a more meaningful one? For all other links mentioned or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinanci...
Jan 31, 2022•14 min
Happy Lunar New Year to all our listeners! In this special episode from the TFC catalogue, we discuss some really weird Chinese financial practices. Contributing money to the family the moment you get a job? Buying a property & being a landlord? Why are they problematic and how else should we manage our finances? For all other links mentioned or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut --- The Financi...
Jan 31, 2022•15 min•Ep. 75
“Just let your investments compound over time, you’ll definitely make money!” Sounds familiar? The idea of compounding has become so popular in the personal finance space that some are even seeing it as a sure-win method. Is that accurate? In this episode, we reveal the most powerful factors in the compounding effect that can determine the future value of your investments and how compounding can also be applied in your daily life. Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc128 For ...
Jan 31, 2022•23 min
Yes, you read that right. With software engineers in great demand (the world needs 40 million of them right now), learning how to code can be a game changer in your career and the wide array of resources available out there means you can learn coding at your own pace at any time. We explore the exciting world of software engineering with our guest Kai, CEO of Rocket Academy (https://rocketacademy.co/) which offers online coding courses for adults (the basic course is free!) Find out what it take...
Jan 26, 2022•30 min
Do you know that inflation reduces your ability to buy stuff? The same amount of money buys you less and less. Instead of repeating what most experts are saying about inflation, we decided to go into a comprehensive discussion on how inflation can affect the prices of our daily essentials: goods, services & assets and more importantly, what you can do to mitigate any inflation risk you may face. Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc127 For all other links mentioned, or to...
Jan 24, 2022•24 min
Did you know that women-led startups receive only 2.5% of VC (venture capital) funding worldwide? Why is there such a disparity? Having been on both sides of the table as a past venture capitalist funding various startups and a fundraiser for her VC fund, our guest Tanya Rolfe (co-founder of sophiawomen.com) shares her thoughts and insights on the challenges female entrepreneurs face, practical advice for female founders and why she thinks that women can be a great asset in the male-dominated fi...
Jan 19, 2022•52 min
As we chug along in our investing journey, it is inevitable that we encounter obstacles that would challenge our investing thesis & mindset. The market is ever-changing so what are some basic investors’ mindsets to internalise and bear in mind so that we can remain steady even if it seems like a rocky road ahead? This episode serves as a reminder for fellow retail investors who may feel overwhelmed with the current market climate. Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc126 ...
Jan 17, 2022•23 min
Singapore has always been a pragmatic society where the goal for most of us is to work hard and earn a decent living for our families. Pursuing our interests and embarking on unconventional career paths like urban farming doesn’t seem to be the priority but this was what our guest Christopher did even though he has a degree in aerospace engineering. Listen to today’s Chills episode and get inspired by Christopher’s journey as an urban farmer in Singapore and how he manages his personal finance a...
Jan 12, 2022•33 min
Imagine a world where China takes over the role of the main global superpower. What will it be like? While none of us can predict the future accurately, this scenario is entirely possible given China’s astronomical growth over the years. As global citizens and investors, what can we do to thrive in such a world? Join us as we explore some ways to prepare ourselves should China become the leader of the world. Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc125 For all other links mention...
Jan 10, 2022•32 min
This week’s Chills with TFC is a special one as Reggie (Chief Financial Coconut) and Rakaesh (host of TFC Market Updates in Stock Geekout) come together for the first time to do a review of 2021. Find out how last year has been for them, their honest thoughts & perspectives on major themes like mental health and the phenomenon of the Great Resignation, and how they plan to navigate the new year ahead! Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills51 For all other links mentione...
Jan 05, 2022•1 hr 11 min
Happy 2022, Coconuts! As we set our new year resolutions and make plans towards achieving them, have you ever wondered what is the real purpose behind our goals? In the very first TFC episode of the year, we go deeper into our thought processes and find our why behind the new year goals that we set for ourselves so that we have a clearer idea of not just what you want, but why you want it. Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc124 For all other links mentioned, or to discover ...
Jan 03, 2022•31 min
Are you thinking of shifting into the gig economy? The traditional concept of work where one holds the same job until you retire is no longer the norm. The pandemic has accelerated the growth of the gig economy - freelancers, self-employed people, entrepreneurs and other independent doers. Without the support & resources from companies, how do independent doers in the gig economy find work and structure their time? Chills 50 provides everything you need to know about how to adapt & thriv...
Dec 29, 2021•46 min
Once again, we have come to the last week of the year and as we say goodbye to 2021, it is also a good time for us to recap what we have learnt about personal finance through the pandemic. Is it always about needs vs wants? How will inflation actually affect Singaporeans? Is it time to diversify not just our investment portfolio, but our personal portfolios in life? Join us as we review and reflect on our financial learnings for 2021! Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc123 ...
Dec 27, 2021•29 min
“Heads or tails, you still win”. This is the position that our guest Tee Leng aims for in his investing journey: he will always benefit from the market no matter what happens to it. How does he find that investment sweet spot? With more than 10 years of experience as a portfolio manager at Heritage Capital Global Fund, Tee Leng shares his thoughts on how the pandemic contributed to his shift from value investing to growth investing and the current market trends to look out for. Get our show note...
Dec 27, 2021•42 min
If you are lucky enough to have a job that allows you to work from anywhere, you may want to consider these 3 locations that our Chief Financial Coconut has personally spent some time at. For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut --- The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast t...
Dec 20, 2021•30 min•Ep. 66
Did you know you can actually become a millionaire if you only invest $7 a day? In this week's episode, we talk hedge fund manager, Michael Gilmore who has stumbled upon an amazing discovery on how everyone can become a millionaire. Listen in to not only better understand how you can be a millionaire yourself, but how you can also help your loved ones achieve this amazing feat! For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other show...
Dec 16, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 64
The conventional idea of the rat race is where we study hard and get a job to accumulate wealth so that we can settle down, start a family and eventually retire. TFC 121 will blow your mind as we challenge this notion: quitting your job does not necessarily mean you are out of the rat race. This episode will expand on the true meaning of the rat race and the 3 phases to go through for anyone who is trying to get out of it. Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc121 For all othe...
Dec 13, 2021•33 min
