In this article, I am going to share my plan to achieve financial freedom. The FF in the title stands for financial freedom. This can also be considered as my retirement plan as my purpose is to stop working once the target is achieved. How Much? The first question that I had to answer is …
In today’s fast-paced world, achieving financial freedom is a goal many aspire to but few achieve. One of the most effective ways to attain this freedom is through passive income. Understanding Passive Income Passive income refers to earnings derived from activities in which the earner is not actively involved. Unlike traditional employment, where income is …
Budgeting is the cornerstone of personal finance, serving as a roadmap to financial stability and independence. Whether you are just starting out or looking to refine your financial strategies, understanding the principles and practices of budgeting can transform your financial life. We will explore the essential elements of budgeting and share some practical tips to …
Recently, I tried to withdraw from Simpan SSPN Prime for my house renovation. However, I have encountered a problem which I am sharing here. Previous Experience I have made a few withdrawals in 2024 to try out the process. You may click here to read it. In short, it takes around three to four working …
In this 2024 asset allocation article, I will share my year-end allocation in both Malaysia and foreign markets. Target asset allocation Malaysia My target allocation is 10% P2P lending and 90% stock. I am only considering equities, mutual funds and peer-to-peer (P2P) lending. Foreign My current target allocation is 20% in bonds, 74% in equity …
This article is the final part of my 2024 investment review. For my Malaysia investment review, you may refer to this article. For my foreign investment review, you may refer to this article. This review covers all my stocks, mutual funds, exchange traded funds (ETFs), and trust in Malaysia and US. As I am based …
This article is the continuation of my 2024 investment review. For my Malaysia investment review, you may refer to this article. This 2024 foreign investment review covers my exchange traded funds (ETFs), a stock, and a trust in the US market. I will show the gain or loss for each ETF. In the end, I …
It is 2025 now. So, I am doing my annual investment review, starting with this 2024 Malaysia investment review. My 2024 investment holdings review covers both stock market and mutual funds. I will show the gain or loss (including dividends) for each stock and fund. In the end, I will show the total return of …
Are you looking to increase the yield of your savings in this new year? Digital banks could be your option. In Malaysia, there are three digital banks currently. These banks are GXBank, AEON Bank, and Boost Bank. Rize is not a true digital bank but I am going to include it in this comparison. Digital …
Market Condition KLCI increased by 3.01% to 1,642.33. Its annual return is +12.90%. S&P500 decreased by 2.50% to 5881.63. Its annual return is +24.01%. Transactions done 1. SGOV: BOUGHT at $100.33 & SOLD some at $100.41. 2. JPIB: BOUGHT some at $47.77. 3. MCHI: BOUGHT some at $46.75. 4. VTI: SOLD all at $288.70 and …