Medical Insurance

There are pros and cons when it comes to both indoor and outdoor exercises. With pandemic concerns generally having subsided, it’s a good time to go out and exercise outdoors. Malaysian weather is generally suitable for outdoor exercise with only hot temperatures at certain hours and rain to contend with. Studies have shown outdoor exercises show greater improvement in mental wellbeing compared to indoor exercises. The sunshine also helps where not only does it have a positive effect on mood, but you can also get the benefits of vitamin D! Looking for outdoor exercises that focus on burning

Happy Chinese New Year! The time for family reunions, great food, and of course…getting that sweet angpow! It’s a tradition where married adults give red packets containing $$$ to children, teenagers, and unmarried adults. You can actually get a sizeable amount over CNY. How to spend it is a question we ask ourselves every year. As most parents would advise when it comes to angpows, “Spend it wisely!” We’d recommend that as well! However, you don’t necessarily need to let go of treating yourself. Although there is no standard guideline, we recommend spending 80% of your angpow responsibly

Many Malaysians are worried about how high inflation might affect their lives and wellbeing. Little do they know another form of inflation has been affecting their financial lives behind the scenes for years on end. In general, medical inflation has stayed at 4-5x above the average inflation in Malaysia. Malaysia’s medical inflation was projected at 12% in 2022.  Even as our savings earn interest and our wages grow over time, high medical inflation may leave us unequipped to deal with medical bills. Having medical insurance can help cover your medical bills, but could be inadequate

It’s easy to mix up life insurance and medical insurance as they are sometimes bundled under one policy. Knowing the difference between life insurance vs medical insurance can help you make educated decisions about your insurance coverage or determine if you are appropriately insured. In this article, we will delve deeper into the main differences between life and medical insurance. ​ Source: The Simpsons What is Life Insurance? Life insurance is a contract that pays your beneficiaries a death benefit if you die. It can also cover long-term care costs for total & permanent disability

Almost all of us have taken on debt. Taking debt can help build wealth or increase income over time. Examples of good debt include mortgages, student loans, and small business loans. But debt that becomes challenging to pay off poses a long-term challenge to your finances. According to economists, as of the first half of 2021, Malaysia’s household debts are still at a worrying trend. Here are ways to pay off debt fast without forfeiting your other important financial benchmarks such as a healthy emergency fund or retirement savings.  ​ Source: Tenor Pay off the smallest debts first