KEY HIGHLIGHTS Singaporeans may receive up to S$850 under the GST Voucher 2026, depending on income and property. Payouts include cash, MediSave, U-Save utilities rebates, and S&CC support — not just cash. Main cash payments are expected around August 2026, with utilities rebates spread across the year. Cost of living still feels tight for many … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS PPHS Voucher Batch 2 gives eligible couples S$300 per month to offset private rental costs This is non-repayable government support while waiting for BTO or SBF flats Total support can reach S$1,800, with claims extending into 2026 Rent still feels painfully high in Singapore, especially if you’re a young couple stuck in the … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Singapore CHAS 2026 continues to subsidise GP and dental care amid rising healthcare costs Lower- and middle-income households can save hundreds to thousands yearly on outpatient bills One of the highest-value government healthcare subsidies in Singapore — no premiums needed Medical bills in Singapore are quietly going up. GP visits, chronic condition follow-ups, … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS New 2026 Senior Bonus Singapore explained: eligibility rules, payouts, and CPF impact Seniors may receive S$300 to S$1,000+ in cash plus CPF top-ups, depending on income and property status Targeted cost-of-living support for lower- and middle-income Singaporean seniors in 2026 New 2026 Senior Bonus Singapore explained: eligibility criteria, payout amounts, CPF impact, income … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS SG60 Vouchers are expected to roll out in 2026 to mark Singapore’s 60th birthday. Most adult Singaporeans could receive S$300–S$600, with higher support for seniors and lower-income households. Vouchers are cash-equivalent, non-taxable, and designed to ease daily living costs. With Singapore turning 60 in 2026, the SG60 Vouchers are shaping up to be … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Silver Support Scheme payouts for 2026 follow a fixed quarterly schedule for eligible seniors in Singapore. Quarterly payouts can go up to S$900, depending on HDB flat type and lifetime CPF contributions. Payouts are automatic — no application needed — and paid via bank credit or GovCash. Many lower-income seniors in Singapore rely … Read more
Most Singaporeans get stuck on this question: should you top up CPF or put more money into stocks? Honestly speaking, the “secret formula” isn’t some fancy trick. It’s about using CPF for what it does best — and letting stocks do the heavy lifting where CPF cannot. Why CPF Is Still a Solid Foundation CPF … Read more
As we step into 2026, investors in Singapore are reflecting on the turbulent yet enlightening year of 2025. Global markets were shaped by sticky inflation, fluctuating interest rates, geopolitical tensions, and rapid advancements in AI and green technology. Amid all this noise, one clear lesson emerged for both retail and institutional investors: For Singapore, a … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Buying a home in Singapore in 2026 costs far more than the listed price. Stamp duties, CPF interest, loans, and renovation can add 20%–35% extra. Realistic first-year home costs range from S$500,000 to over S$3 million. Here’s the honest truth most buyers only realise too late: the property price you see on listings … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Singapore seniors may receive both Assurance Package and Cost-of-Living payouts in 2026, depending on eligibility. Assurance Package offsets GST at 9% long-term, while Cost-of-Living Payments provide short-term inflation relief. Eligible seniors can receive up to S$2,250 under the Assurance Package, plus additional COL cash payouts. That’s why the Assurance Package and Cost-of-Living (COL) … Read more