Managing finances as a young adult
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Do you know how much you spend each month? My colleagues Sue-Ann Tan and Timothy Goh uncover the average expenditure among young adults in Singapore, as well as what they spend on, based on a recent survey commissioned by ST. Check out the report and get tips on how to better manage your finances, including how much to save and allocate for insurance.
Losing your job is tough, and talking about it can be even harder. My colleague, Annabelle Liang, faced this challenge firsthand. She shares her experience in how she navigated job loss and found the importance of talking about her struggles.
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