

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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Aug 6, 2023 • 16min
S1E148: Savings vs. investing and wealth building hacks: BT Money Hacks (Ep 148)
In the debate between savings and investing, which is a better choice to grow our wealth? What are some factors to consider? Karl Franks, the Chief Operating Officer of Hugosave and Christopher Tan, founder and CEO of Providend share their insights and tips with Howie Lim. Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights of the conversation: 01:02 Chris Tan and Karl Franks’ take on savings vs. investing 02:56 Investing IS simple, just not easy 05:52 Productive and unproductive debt 08:12 Investing helps you STAY rich 12:25 Not rocket science but many simple things working together Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) With Karl Franks, the Chief Operating Officer of Hugosave and Christopher Tan, founder and CEO of Providend. Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every first and third Monday of the month, and rate us on: Channel: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/oeXe Spotify: bt.sg/oeGN Google podcasts: bt.sg/oeGP Website: bt.sg/moneyhacks Feedback to: btpodcasts@sph.com.sg 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 16, 2023 • 15min
S1E147: Access to best performing asset class - privates: BT Money Hacks (Ep 147)
Private equities, real estate, digital assets, collectibles are some of the alternative assets that are missing in our investment portfolio. How can we achieve a balanced portfolio, including alternatives in the current environment? Howie Lim gets insights from Kelvin Lee, Co-founder and CEO of Alta. Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights of the conversation: 01:08 Alternative assets as hedge against inflation 05:44 Effect of current environment on alternatives 09:24 Portfolio diversification and allocation of alternatives 12:10 Potential opportunities in alternatives Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) With Kelvin Lee, Co-founder and CEO, Alta Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every first and third Monday of the month, and rate us on: Channel: https://bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Apple Podcasts: http://bt.sg/oeXe Spotify: http://bt.sg/oeGN Google podcasts: http://bt.sg/oeGP Website: https://bt.sg/moneyhacks Feedback to: btpodcasts@sph.com.sg 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: http://bt.sg/btmark2mkt WealthBT at: http://bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT at: https://bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Market Focus at: http://bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: https://bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts at: https://bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: http://bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 2, 2023 • 17min
S1E146: How to achieve salary independence: BT Money Hacks (Ep 146)
Winning the lottery may feel like a pipe dream. But the salary independence it gives is more attainable than you think. Imagine not requiring a paycheck from your boss. Howie Lim uncovers the possibilities with David Kuo, co-founder of The Smart Investor. Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights of the conversation: 00:42 What is salary independence? 02:38 Savings vs investing 06:15 Path to salary independence 11:22 Stock picking to achieve investment growth Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) With David Kuo, co-founder, The Smart Investor Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every first and third Monday of the month, and rate us on: Channel: https://bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Apple Podcasts: http://bt.sg/oeXe Spotify: http://bt.sg/oeGN Google podcasts: http://bt.sg/oeGP Website: https://bt.sg/moneyhacks Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg 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: http://bt.sg/btmark2mkt WealthBT at: http://bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT at: https://bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Market Focus at: http://bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: https://bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts at: https://bt.sg/brpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 18, 2023 • 18min
S1E145: China or India - which is a better bet? BT Money Hacks (Ep 145)
One has been an economic force for some time, and one is poised to be one of the fastest growing major economies over the next decade. But where should you put your money? Howie Lim finds out from Daryl Ho, senior investment strategist at DBS’ chief investment office. Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights of the conversation: 00:53 IMF GDP forecast for the two giants 03:03 Long term drivers of the two economies 08:44 Other factors to consider before investing 13:16 Timelines & expectations on investment return Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) With Daryl Ho, senior investment strategist, DBS chief investment office Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every first and third Monday of the month, and rate us on: Channel: https://bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Apple Podcasts: http://bt.sg/oeXe Spotify: http://bt.sg/oeGN Google podcasts: http://bt.sg/oeGP Website: https://bt.sg/moneyhacks Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg 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: http://bt.sg/btmark2mkt WealthBT at: http://bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT at: https://bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Market Focus at: http://bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: https://bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts at: https://bt.sg/brpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 4, 2023 • 17min
S1E144: Tackling your peskier inflation worries: BT Money Hacks (Ep 144)
Retirement inadequacies? Bonds not keeping pace with inflation? That yield curve staying below 5 percent? Howie Lim finds the answers to these questions with financial experts in this episode. Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights of the conversation: 01:04 Retirement inadequacy worry 04:27 Tighter rein on budgets 08:40 Can the yield curve come up to 5%? 12:07 Bonds outpaced by inflation worry 14:34 What experts worry about Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) With Mahin Gupta, co-founder of Liminal, Hugh Chung, chief investment advisory officer at Endowus and the regional head of digital sales at Saxo APAC, Chris Lum. Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every first and third Monday of the month, and rate us on: Channel: https://bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Apple Podcasts: http://bt.sg/oeXe Spotify: http://bt.sg/oeGN Google podcasts: http://bt.sg/oeGP Website: https://bt.sg/moneyhacks Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg 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: http://bt.sg/btmark2mkt WealthBT at: http://bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT at: https://bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Market Focus at: http://bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: https://bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts at : https://bt.sg/brpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 14, 2023 • 16min
S1E143: Get ready for digital assets' bull market: BT Money Hacks (Ep 143)
Is now the time to go back into digital asset investing? But is regulation going to ramp up so the space is less volatile? And just because the arguably most stable digital asset is regaining ground, does it mean the winter is over? Howie Lim speaks to Justin Lim, Director of Business Development, Liminal for more insights. Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: 01:36 What caused stable coins’ rally? 03:36 Singapore and Hong Kong driving interest in global digital assets 06:01 What kind of boom could be imminent? 10:10 Will regulation dampen sentiment? 12:19 How to poise for growth Written and hosted by: Howie Lim With Justin Lim, Director of Business Development, Liminal Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every first and third Monday of the month: Channel: https://bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Apple Podcasts: http://bt.sg/oeXe Spotify: http://bt.sg/oeGN Google podcasts: http://bt.sg/oeGP Website: https://bt.sg/moneyhacks Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg 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: http://bt.sg/btmark2mkt WealthBT at: http://bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT at: https://bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Market Focus at: http://bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: https://bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts at: https://bt.sg/brpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 30, 2023 • 17min
S1E142: Still prevalent money myths: BT Money Hacks (Ep 142)
Don’t be fooled by some of these money myths. And what can you do if you have been? Howie Lim, correspondent at the Business Times gets insights from David Kuo from The Smart Investor, Adam Reynolds, APAC CEO from Saxo, Christopher Tan from Providend and David Fergusson of Hugosave. Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: 00:52 Myth #1 - Timing the market 03:50 What you should be doing 06:56 Myth #2 - I have a budget, I know what I’m doing 09:12 Myth #3 - Property prices always go up 12:20 Myth #4 - The lousy investment will recover…eventually Written and hosted by: Howie Lim With David Kuo, co-founder, The Smart Investor, Adam Reynolds, APAC CEO, Saxo, Christopher Tan, CEO, Providend and David Fergusson, CEO and co-founder, Hugosave. Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh Produced by: BT Podcasts Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every first and third Monday of the month: Channel: https://bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Apple Podcasts: http://bt.sg/oeXe Spotify: http://bt.sg/oeGN Google podcasts: http://bt.sg/oeGP Website: https://bt.sg/moneyhacks Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg 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: http://bt.sg/btmark2mkt WealthBT at: http://bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT at: https://bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Market Focus at: http://bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: https://bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts at : https://bt.sg/brpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 16, 2023 • 13min
S1E141: 'Second-hand' policies could help your portfolio: BT Money Hacks (Ep 141)
Analysts feel 2022’s turmoil may lead to potential opportunities in alternatives over the coming 12 to 24 months and beyond. But which alternatives, exactly? Correspondent Howie Lim speaks to Trevor Xie, CEO of Conservation Capital for more insights. Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights of the conversation: 01:20 Rising demand for ‘2nd-hand’ policies 03:11 Not the same as ILPs 08:36 The pros and cons 10:50 Market trends and outlook for the sector Written and hosted by: Howie Lim With Trevor Xie, CEO, Conservation Capital Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every first and third Monday of the month: Channel: https://bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Apple Podcasts: http://bt.sg/oeXe Spotify: http://bt.sg/oeGN Google podcasts: http://bt.sg/oeGP Website: https://bt.sg/moneyhacks Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg 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: http://bt.sg/btmark2mkt WealthBT at: http://bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT at: https://bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Market Focus at: http://bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: https://bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts at : https://bt.sg/brpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 2, 2023 • 18min
S1E140: Don't let emotions hurt your investments: BT Money Hacks (Ep 140)
Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. How do we keep emotions out of investment decisions, especially during uncertain times? And is having emotions when investing really so bad? Correspondent Howie Lim speaks to Stephanie Leung, chief investment officer of StashAway for more insights. Highlights of the conversation: 00:55 How to keep emotions in check 02:52 Distinguishing between noise and information 05:29 Don’t look! 10:39 Beware biased information 13:35 High growth areas to consider Written and hosted by: Howie Lim With Stephanie Leung, chief investment officer of StashAway Produced by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Engineered by: Howie Lim & Joann Chai Peh Chieh Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every first and third Monday of the month: Channel: https://bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Apple Podcasts: http://bt.sg/oeXe Spotify: http://bt.sg/oeGN Google podcasts: http://bt.sg/oeGP Website: https://bt.sg/moneyhacks Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg 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: http://bt.sg/btmark2mkt WealthBT at: http://bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT at: https://bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Market Focus at: http://bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: https://bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts at : https://bt.sg/brpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 19, 2023 • 17min
S1E139: Building a solid financial plan: BT Money Hacks (Ep 139)
Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. What’s good debt? And could what happened to Silicon Valley Bank happen to you? And building a solid financial plan isn’t so daunting these days. Howie Lim speaks to Laurent Bertrand, CEO and co-founder of BetterTradeOff for his insights. Highlights of the conversation: 01:19 Misconceptions about financial freedom 04:10 How to factor in volatile times 06:14 Why people still don’t invest 09:10 How to avoid what happened to SVB 13:21 Good debt Written and hosted by: Howie Lim With Laurent Bertrand, CEO and co-founder, BetterTradeOff Produced by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Engineered by: Howie Lim Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every first and third Monday of the month: Channel: https://bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Apple Podcasts: http://bt.sg/oeXe Spotify: http://bt.sg/oeGN Google podcasts: http://bt.sg/oeGP Website: https://bt.sg/moneyhacks Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg 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: http://bt.sg/btmark2mkt WealthBT at: http://bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT at: https://bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Market Focus at: http://bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: https://bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts at : https://bt.sg/brpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.