

BT Money Hacks
The Business Times
Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful personal financial tips with expert guests. Hosted by Howie Lim.
Produced by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media.
Produced by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media.
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Sep 28, 2025 • 21min
S1E238: Can dividend investing be your ticket out of a 9-5?
If you’re ready to ditch the 9-to-5, David Kuo, co-founder of The Smart Investor, reveals if dividend investing is your golden ticket to financial freedom. Discover how he transformed his wealth, navigated market volatility, and even found peace through income generation. Howie Lim has a candid chat with David about how to live life on your own terms – no Scrooge McDuck vault required. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: 02:13 Building portfolios is like cooking 04:39 Don’t make these mistakes 11:12 Ingredients for a successful portfolio 14:18 Embracing volatility as opportunity --- Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg. --- Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) With David Kuo, co-founder of The Smart Investor Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Howie Lim & Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media --- Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every Monday: Channel: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Amazon: bt.sg/mham Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/oeXe Spotify: bt.sg/oeGN YouTube Music: bt.sg/mhyt Website: bt.sg/moneyhacks Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice. --- Discover more BT podcast series: BT Correspondents: bt.sg/btcobt BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/pcOM BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 21, 2025 • 14min
S1E237: Turning market volatility into reliable income
Unlock reliable income amidst market madness. Singapore's dividend stocks shine but don’t be chasing flashy returns. Howie Lim speaks to the experts to find out how quality, consistency, and clever diversification can turn economic uncertainty into dividend gold. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: 01:09 Factors contributing to Singapore’s safe haven status 03:58 Sustainable dividend-paying companies beyond headline yield 07:29 Dividend sectors contribute to a wholesome portfolio 10:33 Look beyond local markets for better regional diversification 11:23 Strategies for navigating monetary policy shifts --- Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg. --- Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) With Charu Chanana, chief investment strategist, Saxo Bank and Andrew Goh, portfolio manager, Phillip Securities Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Howie Lim & Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media --- Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every Monday: Channel: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Amazon: bt.sg/mham Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/oeXe Spotify: bt.sg/oeGN YouTube Music: bt.sg/mhyt Website: bt.sg/moneyhacks Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice. --- Discover more BT podcast series: BT Correspondents: bt.sg/btcobt BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/pcOM BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 14, 2025 • 15min
S1E236: From busy to rich: Your guide to effortless investing
Investing can feel like a second job, but what if your money could work harder than you do? Find out how clarity, sound strategy, and a long-term view transform market noise into financial freedom. Simplify your wealth journey with systematic reviews, automation, and expert guidance. Howie Lim gets the skinny from Grace Tay from finexis advisory. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: 01:00 The 3 ingredients of successful investing 04:34 The danger of playing someone else’s game 07:29 Simplified strategies for busy professionals 12:32 Alternatives worth looking into --- Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg. --- Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) With Grace Tay, associate director, finexis advisory Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Howie Lim & Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media --- Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every Monday: Channel: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Amazon: bt.sg/mham Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/oeXe Spotify: bt.sg/oeGN YouTube Music: bt.sg/mhyt Website: bt.sg/moneyhacks Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice. --- Discover more BT podcast series: BT Correspondents: bt.sg/btcobt BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/pcOM BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 7, 2025 • 14min
S1E235: Are employee benefits the new pay rise?
If you’re sick of your salary shrinking faster than your social life, discover if employee benefits are the secret handshake to a richer life. How can you go about trading pay for perks? And how can you negotiate your way to a benefits package that's anything but basic? Howie Lim speaks to the experts to find out. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: 00:53 The hidden value of non-monetary benefits 03:25 When and how to discuss benefits 08:13 Monetising benefits 10:27 Flexibility as a dealbreaker --- Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg. --- Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) With Marina Sukhikh, industry practice leader, Aon Global Benefits (Asia Pacific) and Lim Chai Leng, general manager, Randstad Singapore Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Howie Lim & Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media --- Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every Monday: Channel: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Amazon: bt.sg/mham Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/oeXe Spotify: bt.sg/oeGN YouTube Music: bt.sg/mhyt Website: bt.sg/moneyhacks Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice. --- Discover more BT podcast series: BT Correspondents: bt.sg/btcobt BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/pcOM BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 31, 2025 • 16min
S2E234: Volatility-proof your portfolio
If your stomach has been in freefall, don't panic! Let’s cut through market madness with the experts to uncover Asia's resilient sectors, navigate geopolitical shifts, and explore alternative investments. Gold may be pricey, but smart moves in tech, infrastructure, and private markets await. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: 00:52 Global trends feeding into Asia 03:49 Resilient and growth sectors in Asia 11:25 US dollar's status and impact on investment 12:38 Alternative investment avenues: private markets? --- Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg. --- Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) With Laura Cooper, head of macro credit and global investment strategist, Nuveen; and Cheng Chye Hsern, head of investment, Providend Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Howie Lim & Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media --- Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every Monday: Channel: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Amazon: bt.sg/mham Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/oeXe Spotify: bt.sg/oeGN YouTube Music: bt.sg/mhyt Website: bt.sg/moneyhacks Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice. --- Discover more BT podcast series: BT Mark To Market Podcast at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt WealthBT at: bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts at : bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 24, 2025 • 12min
S1E233: Investing with soul - where profits meet purpose
While it might seem altruistic to engage in values-driven investing, let’s face it: we still want to profit from sinking in hard-earned money into something. Does values-investing really come at the expense of performance? Is there a way to incorporate our values into our wealth growing journey? Howie Lim speaks to Patrick Hong from Bill Morrisons Capital and Steward Thum from Phillip Securities for insights. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: 00:56 Does values-investing make sense? 03:03 How to navigate the hype 06:29 Be wary of FOMO and greed 08:09 Overcoming behavioural biases --- Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg. --- Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) With Patrick Hong, managing partner, Bill Morrisons Capital; and Steward Thum, financial services associate director, Phillip Securities Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Howie Lim & Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media --- Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every Monday: Channel: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Amazon: bt.sg/mham Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/oeXe Spotify: bt.sg/oeGN YouTube Music: bt.sg/mhyt Website: bt.sg/moneyhacks Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice. --- Discover more BT podcast series: BT Mark To Market Podcast at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt WealthBT at: bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts at : bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 17, 2025 • 16min
S1E232: Smart property moves: Time in, not timing
Buying property is a bit like dating: timing the market is hard, but "time in" it, understanding its "master plan," and ditching the HDB for an EC, can lead to a long-term, profitable relationship. Howie Lim gets insights from Eugene Lim, key executive officer of ERA. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: 02:06 Timing vs time in 04:34 Understanding the master plan 07:11 Up and coming locations to consider 11:38 Tips of HDB upgraders --- Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg. --- Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) With Eugene Lim, key executive officer, ERA Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Howie Lim & Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media --- Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every Monday: Channel: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Amazon: bt.sg/mham Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/oeXe Spotify: bt.sg/oeGN YouTube Music: bt.sg/mhyt Website: bt.sg/moneyhacks Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice. --- Discover more BT podcast series: BT Mark To Market Podcast at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt WealthBT at: bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts at : bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 10, 2025 • 13min
S1E231: Is US’ reign overpriced or overhyped?
Is US exceptionalism a myth, or simply a premium price for unparalleled performance? Is it time to diversify your portfolio beyond Uncle Sam's shadow? Howie Lim finds out from experts if the future of investing lies elsewhere. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: 02:20 Why US exceptionalism is being questioned 03:51 US tech dominance 06:57 Why diversification now 10:06 Alternatives to US assets --- Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg. --- Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) With Mahesh Sethuraman, CEO, Saxo Singapore and Rahul Ghosh, portfolio specialist for global equity, T. Rowe Price Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Howie Lim & Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media --- Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every Monday: Channel: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Amazon: bt.sg/mham Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/oeXe Spotify: bt.sg/oeGN YouTube Music: bt.sg/mhyt Website: bt.sg/moneyhacks Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice. --- Discover more BT podcast series: BT Mark To Market Podcast at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt WealthBT at: bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts at : bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 3, 2025 • 13min
S1E230: Invest smarter - core, satellites, and not your friend's cafe
Unlock smarter investing with core-satellite strategies! Learn how to build a stable foundation and seize opportunities with tactical bets. Howie Lim speaks to Amanda Ong from Arta Finance and Samuel Rhee from Endowus for all the tricks. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: 00:47 Only for institutional investors? 03:01 Understanding core and satellite strategies 06:10 Practical tips for retail investors 09:24 Balancing and rebalancing --- Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg. --- Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) With Amanda Ong, CEO, Arta Finance Singapore and Samuel Rhee, co-founder, chairman and chief investment officer of Endowus Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Howie Lim & Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media --- Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every Monday: Channel: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Amazon: bt.sg/mham Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/oeXe Spotify: bt.sg/oeGN YouTube Music: bt.sg/mhyt Website: bt.sg/moneyhacks Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice. --- Discover more BT podcast series: BT Mark To Market Podcast at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt WealthBT at: bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts at : bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 27, 2025 • 13min
S1E229: Data centres aren’t sexy but essential and increasingly lucrative
Are data centres worth investing in? They seem such a large concept but are, apparently, quite a steady return on investment! And the APAC market is blowing up. Howie Lim finds out from the experts where the opportunities are. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: 01:01 How retail investors can participate 04:59 The risks and rewards 08:36 The hidden risks and rewards 09:54 Criteria for successful operators --- Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg. --- Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) With Daphne Tan, head of business development, CMC Markets and Shun Endo, head of data centre, capital markets, Asia Pacific, CBRE Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Howie Lim & Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media --- Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every Monday: Channel: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Amazon: bt.sg/mham Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/oeXe Spotify: bt.sg/oeGN YouTube Music: bt.sg/mhyt Website: bt.sg/moneyhacks Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice. --- Discover more BT podcast series: BT Mark To Market Podcast at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt WealthBT at: bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts at : bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.