SORA has dropped from 2% to 1%. Here’s how falling interest rates affect S-REIT borrowing costs, why not all REITs benefit equally, and what to watch for in DPU improvements for 2026 and 2027. The post How SORA Affects Singapore REITs: Borrowing Costs, DPU & What to Watch (2026) appeared first on Turtle Investor.

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We would all like to be happy, right? And there is no shortage of advice on the internet about how to get there, often by buying someone’s book or online course. The trouble is, does any of that advice actually work? Is there anything behind the claims? After selling our business last year, I had a “void” that I imagine many experience in their early phase of retirement. I was keen to work again, and […]

It is not pleasant but it has to be said. To get rich, we must stop behaving like the typical retail investor. We must stop calling ourselves the Aam Aadmi or the middle class. Btw no one reading this belongs to the Indian middle class. They may have a middle-class mindset, but that does not… The post Shift from tax-saving to wealth-creation mode to become rich! appeared first on freefincal.

Image Source: Shutterstock Maine has enacted strong new protections against hidden gym membership fees this year. A statewide consumer‑protection law now requires gyms and fitness centers to clearly disclose pricing, stop sneaking in extra charges, and make cancellations far easier. For years, Maine consumers complained about confusing contracts, surprise annual fees, and auto‑renewals that were nearly impossible to escape. The new rules directly target those problems, and many residents are only now realizing how much […]

A relative couple of mine is living close to the bone. I’m not sure exactly why as they have two pensions (one military with COLA) plus Social Security and no mortgage. Even their property taxes are cut in half with subsidies. He had a good paying union job with good benefits his entire working life. Nevertheless, they seem to be scraping by. Both are in their 70s. I recently learned they don’t have any income […]

An honest Thrifty Traveler review. Learn why we’ve been loyal subscribers since 2018. Plus, an insightful interview with founder and cheap flight expert Jared Kamrowski. Struggling to find cheap flights? As a loyal Thrifty Traveler subscriber since 2018, I’ve saved hundreds – sometimes thousands – on airfare. In this Thrifty Traveler Premium review, I’ll share […] The post Thrifty Traveler Premium Review (2026): Get Flight Deals Sent To Your Inbox With Jared Kamrowski – Episode […]

Get paid to open a bank account, avoid pitfalls, and maximize bank sign-up bonuses. Imagine getting paid for simply opening a bank account? Banks are competing to attract new customers, and many incentivize us by offering cash bonuses and referral rewards. I’ve personally taken advantage of a handful of these offers over the last few […] The post The Secret Way Banks Are Paying You in 2026: Best Bank Sign-Up Bonuses You Can Claim Today – […]

Save, invest, prosper with My Own Advisor. Weekend Reading – The RRSP is not a tax trap Welcome to a new Weekend Reading folks, suggesting the RRSP is hardly a tax trap! Before that take, some recent posts from my site: Do you still participate in RRSP season? Do you still participate in RRSP season? And….last weekend, whether you contribute to your… Join the million dollar portfolio journey. The article Weekend Reading – The RRSP […]

In a 6-3 ruling on Friday, the Supreme Court of the United States found that Donald Trump exceeded his authority by using emergency powers to impose sweeping “reciprocal” tariffs without congressional approval. The ruling said federal law does not grant the president unilateral authority to enact such broad trade measures, marking a significant check on executive power over tariffs. Read the rest

Lots of people think that saving money is boring and not fun. I hope you’re not one of them, but if you are then, that’s okay. I’m here to show you how to make saving money FUN and EXCITING. Many people go through the process of paying off debt and saving for some kind of financial goal, and they’re simply getting tired of it. It’s the same thing month after month. It has become monotonous […]

What caught my eye this week. Robinhood is planning to launch a publicly traded fund to enable US investors to gain exposure to unlisted companies like SpaceX and Stripe. It reminded me that this is one area where we UK investors actually have it better. Similarly, the news of another soon-to-be listed venture fund in the US from an outfit called Powerlaw. It’s an investor in the likes of OpenAI and bleeding-edge weapons maker Anduril. […]