Money Manager The Youth Edition: Recent Episodes

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Money Manager is jointly produced by Temasek Polytechnic and MONEY FM 89.3. Made for youths by youths, this financial literacy series covers a wide array of topics such as budgeting, inflation, insurance and investing for all stages of your life. 

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In this final episode of Money Manager - The Youth Edition, the students talk about the National Financial Literacy Programme and how it can help everyone kickstart their financial planning journey and plan ahead for one’s life goals.

They speak to Mr. Jeremy Huang, Director of Financial Planning Programme Department, Ministry of Manpower.

  • Introduction to the programme

  • How is the content determined

  • Resource recommendation for youths who seek information on financial literacy

Money Manager is jointly produced by Temasek Polytechnic and MONEY FM 89.3. Made for youths by youths, this financial literacy series covers a wide array of topics such as budgeting, inflation, insurance, and investing for all stages of your life. 

Credit:

Students from the Diploma in Accountancy & Finance and Diploma in Communications & Media Management of Temasek Polytechnic.  

Jaslyn Ong Ching Wen

Curine Chong Ker Xin

Zyrica Jasmin Carino Vallejo

Muhammad Danial bin Mohamed K

Jon Lee Xuan Yee

Cheryl Lourdes Natalie Keasberry

Tracy Kong Ying Xuan

Ang Wei Ly Krystal

Ho Ling Ying, Stacey

Mohamed Nabil Rasheed

Chua Kai En Elizabeth

Lim Jia Rong Glenn

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In this episode of Money Manager - The Youth Edition, the students touch on the next phase of one’s life - starting a family and the new expenses that come along with it. 

They speak to Ms. Lim Chien Wen, Financial Advisor, Great Eastern.

  • What to take note of (e.g. income situation of the household, staying with parents/in-laws, joint vs personal bank account etc)

  • What are the expenses involved (e.g. groceries, loan repayment, children’s insurance, etc)

  • Be aware of grants for parents

Money Manager is jointly produced by Temasek Polytechnic and MONEY FM 89.3. Made for youths by youths, this financial literacy series covers a wide array of topics such as budgeting, inflation, insurance, and investing for all stages of your life. 

Credit:

Students from the Diploma in Accountancy & Finance and Diploma in Communications & Media Management of Temasek Polytechnic.  

Jaslyn Ong Ching Wen

Curine Chong Ker Xin

Zyrica Jasmin Carino Vallejo

Muhammad Danial bin Mohamed K

Jon Lee Xuan Yee

Cheryl Lourdes Natalie Keasberry

Tracy Kong Ying Xuan

Ang Wei Ly Krystal

Ho Ling Ying, Stacey

Mohamed Nabil Rasheed

Chua Kai En Elizabeth

Lim Jia Rong Glenn

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You’re never too young to start planning for your retirement as the students find out in this episode of Money Manager - The Youth Edition.  

They speak to Ms. Lim Chien Wen, Financial Advisor, Great Eastern.

  • What is the official retirement age in Singapore

  • Singapore’s employment policy of post retirement workers

  • What are the priorities (e.g. medical, monthly allowance, etc)

  • When and how to save for retirement 

Money Manager is jointly produced by Temasek Polytechnic and MONEY FM 89.3. Made for youths by youths, this financial literacy series covers a wide array of topics such as budgeting, inflation, insurance, and investing for all stages of your life. 

Credit:

Students from the Diploma in Accountancy & Finance and Diploma in Communications & Media Management of Temasek Polytechnic.  

Jaslyn Ong Ching Wen

Curine Chong Ker Xin

Zyrica Jasmin Carino Vallejo

Muhammad Danial bin Mohamed K

Jon Lee Xuan Yee

Cheryl Lourdes Natalie Keasberry

Tracy Kong Ying Xuan

Ang Wei Ly Krystal

Ho Ling Ying, Stacey

Mohamed Nabil Rasheed

Chua Kai En Elizabeth

Lim Jia Rong Glenn

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In this episode of Money Manager - The Youth Edition, the students discuss what you need to know about buying your first car. 

They speak to Mr. Clifford, Managing Director, Accendore Autolution.

  • How much to budget to buy a car in Singapore? 

  • What is the process like e.g. downpayment, secure loan etc

  • What to take note of before buying a car (interest rate, accessibility of public transport, etc) 

Money Manager is jointly produced by Temasek Polytechnic and MONEY FM 89.3.
Made for youths by youths, this financial literacy series covers a wide array of topics such as budgeting, inflation, insurance, and investing for all stages of your life. 

Credit:

Students from the Diploma in Accountancy & Finance and Diploma in Communications & Media Management of Temasek Polytechnic.  

Jaslyn Ong Ching Wen

Curine Chong Ker Xin

Zyrica Jasmin Carino Vallejo

Muhammad Danial bin Mohamed K

Jon Lee Xuan Yee

Cheryl Lourdes Natalie Keasberry

Tracy Kong Ying Xuan

Ang Wei Ly Krystal

Ho Ling Ying, Stacey

Mohamed Nabil Rasheed

Chua Kai En Elizabeth

Lim Jia Rong Glenn

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Buying your first home is a significant financial milestone in one's life. The students discuss what to keep in mind as you purchase your first home. 

The students speak to Mr. Nicholas Mak, Head of Research and Consultancy, ERA Realty

  • How much to budget to buy a house in Singapore? 

  • What is the process like e.g. downpayment, secure loan, etc

  • What to take note of before buying a house (interest rate, grants, amenities, etc)

Money Manager is jointly produced by Temasek Polytechnic and MONEY FM 89.3. Made for youths by youths, this financial literacy series covers a wide array of topics such as budgeting, inflation, insurance, and investing for all stages of your life. 

Credit:

Students from the Diploma in Accountancy & Finance and Diploma in Communications & Media Management of Temasek Polytechnic.  

Jaslyn Ong Ching Wen

Curine Chong Ker Xin

Zyrica Jasmin Carino Vallejo

Muhammad Danial bin Mohamed K

Jon Lee Xuan Yee

Cheryl Lourdes Natalie Keasberry

Tracy Kong Ying Xuan

Ang Wei Ly Krystal

Ho Ling Ying, Stacey

Mohamed Nabil Rasheed

Chua Kai En Elizabeth

Lim Jia Rong Glenn

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In this episode of Money Manager - The Youth Edition, the students explore the world of entrepreneurship and what it takes to start and run a business. 

They speak to Mr. Dennis Toh, Founder, The Influencer Network Communications & Ms. Rachel Wong, Co-Founder, Groundworks

  • What are the expenses incurred to start a business (tax, rent, etc) 

  • How to be cost-efficient (know the regulations e.g. home business, SME grants, etc)

  • Set a reasonable break-even deadline 

Money Manager is jointly produced by Temasek Polytechnic and MONEY FM 89.3.
Made for youths by youths, this financial literacy series covers a wide array of topics such as budgeting, inflation, insurance, and investing for all stages of your life. 

Credit:

Students from the Diploma in Accountancy & Finance and Diploma in Communications & Media Management of Temasek Polytechnic.  

Jaslyn Ong Ching Wen

Curine Chong Ker Xin

Zyrica Jasmin Carino Vallejo

Muhammad Danial bin Mohamed K

Jon Lee Xuan Yee

Cheryl Lourdes Natalie Keasberry

Tracy Kong Ying Xuan

Ang Wei Ly Krystal

Ho Ling Ying, Stacey

Mohamed Nabil Rasheed

Chua Kai En Elizabeth

Lim Jia Rong Glenn

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In this episode of Money Manager - The Youth Edition, the students discuss money scams and what you could do to protect your investments. 

They speak to Mr. Christopher Tan, Founder & CEO, Providend Ltd.

  • What are the common scams relating to investment plans.

  • What are the tell-tale signs.

  • How to prevent from being scammed.

  • Case study and a reminder that some scams are beyond Singapore jurisdiction where one is unable to recover the “investment”.

Money Manager is jointly produced by Temasek Polytechnic and MONEY FM 89.3.
Made for youths by youths, this financial literacy series covers a wide array of topics such as budgeting, inflation, insurance, and investing for all stages of your life. 

Credit:

Students from the Diploma in Accountancy & Finance and Diploma in Communications & Media Management of Temasek Polytechnic.  

Jaslyn Ong Ching Wen

Curine Chong Ker Xin

Zyrica Jasmin Carino Vallejo

Muhammad Danial bin Mohamed K

Jon Lee Xuan Yee

Cheryl Lourdes Natalie Keasberry

Tracy Kong Ying Xuan

Ang Wei Ly Krystal

Ho Ling Ying, Stacey

Mohamed Nabil Rasheed

Chua Kai En Elizabeth

Lim Jia Rong Glenn

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In this episode of Money Manager - The Youth Edition, the students explore other insurance plans that youths should learn about to prepare for life’s uncertainties. 

They speak to Mr. Vince Koh, Relationship Manager at Phillip Capital.

  • What kind of insurance plans are there

  • What are the priorities for youths

  • What to take note of when buying insurance plans 

Money Manager is jointly produced by Temasek Polytechnic and MONEY FM 89.3.
Made for youths by youths, this financial literacy series covers a wide array of topics such as budgeting, inflation, insurance, and investing for all stages of your life. 

Credit:

Students from the Diploma in Accountancy & Finance and Diploma in Communications & Media Management of Temasek Polytechnic.  

Jaslyn Ong Ching Wen

Curine Chong Ker Xin

Zyrica Jasmin Carino Vallejo

Muhammad Danial bin Mohamed K

Jon Lee Xuan Yee

Cheryl Lourdes Natalie Keasberry

Tracy Kong Ying Xuan

Ang Wei Ly Krystal

Ho Ling Ying, Stacey

Mohamed Nabil Rasheed

Chua Kai En Elizabeth

Lim Jia Rong Glenn

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In this episode of Money Manager - The Youth Edition, the students explore various insurance plans in the Central Provident Fund (CPF). 

They speak to Mr. Vince Koh, Relationship Manager at Phillip Capital.

  • What is insurance

  • What are the insurance plans in CPF

  • Are they sufficient  

Money Manager is jointly produced by Temasek Polytechnic and MONEY FM 89.3.
Made for youths by youths, this financial literacy series covers a wide array of topics such as budgeting, inflation, insurance, and investing for all stages of your life. 

Credit:

Students from the Diploma in Accountancy & Finance and Diploma in Communications & Media Management of Temasek Polytechnic.  

Jaslyn Ong Ching Wen

Curine Chong Ker Xin

Zyrica Jasmin Carino Vallejo

Muhammad Danial bin Mohamed K

Jon Lee Xuan Yee

Cheryl Lourdes Natalie Keasberry

Tracy Kong Ying Xuan

Ang Wei Ly Krystal

Ho Ling Ying, Stacey

Mohamed Nabil Rasheed

Chua Kai En Elizabeth

Lim Jia Rong Glenn

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The students of Temasek Polytechnic tackle investment basics. 

They speak to Mr. Vince Koh, Relationship Manager at Phillip Capital.

  • What to take note of when investing e.g. diversify portfolio etc

  • Can I not invest and rely on savings for future needs  

Money Manager is jointly produced by Temasek Polytechnic and MONEY FM 89.3. Made for youths by youths, this financial literacy series covers a wide array of topics such as budgeting, inflation, insurance, and investing for all stages of your life. 

Credit:

Students from the Diploma in Accountancy & Finance and Diploma in Communications & Media Management of Temasek Polytechnic.  

Jaslyn Ong Ching Wen

Curine Chong Ker Xin

Zyrica Jasmin Carino Vallejo

Muhammad Danial bin Mohamed K

Jon Lee Xuan Yee

Cheryl Lourdes Natalie Keasberry

Tracy Kong Ying Xuan

Ang Wei Ly Krystal

Ho Ling Ying, Stacey

Mohamed Nabil Rasheed

Chua Kai En Elizabeth

Lim Jia Rong Glenn

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The students move into the dos and don’ts of investments in this two-part podcast.

They speak to Mr. Vince Koh, Relationship Manager at Phillip Capital.

  • Why invest

  • When to start investing

  • How to invest with a small budget e.g. SG bonds

Money Manager is jointly produced by Temasek Polytechnic and MONEY FM 89.3.
Made for youths by youths, this financial literacy series covers a wide array of topics such as budgeting, inflation, insurance, and investing for all stages of your life. 

Credit:

Students from the Diploma in Accountancy & Finance and Diploma in Communications & Media Management of Temasek Polytechnic.  

Jaslyn Ong Ching Wen

Curine Chong Ker Xin

Zyrica Jasmin Carino Vallejo

Muhammad Danial bin Mohamed K

Jon Lee Xuan Yee

Cheryl Lourdes Natalie Keasberry

Tracy Kong Ying Xuan

Ang Wei Ly Krystal

Ho Ling Ying, Stacey

Mohamed Nabil Rasheed

Chua Kai En Elizabeth

Lim Jia Rong Glenn

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The students tackle the purpose of having an emergency fund and why you should start now.

They speak to Ms. Joanna Tan, Tutor, Diploma in Accountancy & Finance @ Temasek Polytechnic.

  • What is an emergency fund.

  • Purpose of an emergency fund.

  • When to start planning for an emergency fund.

  • How to plan for an emergency fund.

Money Manager is jointly produced by Temasek Polytechnic and MONEY FM 89.3. Made for youths by youths, this financial literacy series covers a wide array of topics such as budgeting, inflation, insurance, and investing for all stages of your life. 

Credit:

Students from the Diploma in Accountancy & Finance and Diploma in Communications & Media Management of Temasek Polytechnic.  

Jaslyn Ong Ching Wen

Curine Chong Ker Xin

Zyrica Jasmin Carino Vallejo

Muhammad Danial bin Mohamed K

Jon Lee Xuan Yee

Cheryl Lourdes Natalie Keasberry

Tracy Kong Ying Xuan

Ang Wei Ly Krystal

Ho Ling Ying, Stacey

Mohamed Nabil Rasheed

Chua Kai En Elizabeth

Lim Jia Rong Glenn

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The students provide an overview of the benefits of Singapore’s Central Provident Fund (CPF).

They speak with Mr. Christopher Tan, Founder & CEO Providend Ltd.

  • Introduction to the different accounts.

  • How to benefit from CPF savings.

Money Manager is jointly produced by Temasek Polytechnic and MONEY FM 89.3. Made for youths by youths, this financial literacy series covers a wide array of topics such as budgeting, inflation, insurance, and investing for all stages of your life. 

Credit:

Students from the Diploma in Accountancy & Finance and Diploma in Communications & Media Management of Temasek Polytechnic.  

Jaslyn Ong Ching Wen

Curine Chong Ker Xin

Zyrica Jasmin Carino Vallejo

Muhammad Danial bin Mohamed K

Jon Lee Xuan Yee

Cheryl Lourdes Natalie Keasberry

Tracy Kong Ying Xuan

Ang Wei Ly Krystal

Ho Ling Ying, Stacey

Mohamed Nabil Rasheed

Chua Kai En Elizabeth

Lim Jia Rong Glenn

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The discussion continues on how we can manage our lifestyles. 

The students find out with Ms. Joanna Tan, Tutor, Diploma in Accountancy & Finance @ Temasek Polytechnic.

  • How to shop/spend wisely (2nd hand, item exchange, promotion deals, comparison, etc)

  • Is some indulgence possible?

  • Acknowledge different financial statuses among peers.

Money Manager is jointly produced by Temasek Polytechnic and MONEY FM 89.3.
Made for youths by youths, this financial literacy series covers a wide array of topics such as budgeting, inflation, insurance, and investing for all stages of your life. 

Credit:

Students from the Diploma in Accountancy & Finance and Diploma in Communications & Media Management of Temasek Polytechnic.  

Jaslyn Ong Ching Wen

Curine Chong Ker Xin

Zyrica Jasmin Carino Vallejo

Muhammad Danial bin Mohamed K

Jon Lee Xuan Yee

Cheryl Lourdes Natalie Keasberry

Tracy Kong Ying Xuan

Ang Wei Ly Krystal

Ho Ling Ying, Stacey

Mohamed Nabil Rasheed

Chua Kai En Elizabeth

Lim Jia Rong Glenn

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What you need to know about inflation and compound interest. 

The students find out with Ms. Joanna Tan, Tutor, Diploma in Accountancy & Finance @ Temasek Polytechnic.

  • What is inflation

  • How to cope with inflation

  • What is compound interest

  • How to start earning compound interest

Money Manager is jointly produced by Temasek Polytechnic and MONEY FM 89.3. Made for youths by youths, this financial literacy series covers a wide array of topics such as budgeting, inflation, insurance, and investing for all stages of your life. 

Credit:

Students from the Diploma in Accountancy & Finance and Diploma in Communications & Media Management of Temasek Polytechnic.  

Jaslyn Ong Ching Wen

Curine Chong Ker Xin

Zyrica Jasmin Carino Vallejo

Muhammad Danial bin Mohamed K

Jon Lee Xuan Yee

Cheryl Lourdes Natalie Keasberry

Tracy Kong Ying Xuan

Ang Wei Ly Krystal

Ho Ling Ying, Stacey

Mohamed Nabil Rasheed

Chua Kai En Elizabeth

Lim Jia Rong Glenn

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We all have that picture perfect lifestyle in our minds. But how do we manage our expectations as we set out in life? 

The students discuss this with Mr. Dennis Toh, Founder, The Influencer Network Communications Pte Ltd.

  • Needs vs wants

  • Set achievable goals  (e.g. clear study loans)

  • Proper recording, book-keeping to track savings/expenditure

Money Manager is jointly produced by Temasek Polytechnic and MONEY FM 89.3. Made for youths by youths, this financial literacy series covers a wide array of topics such as budgeting, inflation, insurance, and investing for all stages of your life.

Credit:
Students from the Diploma in Accountancy & Finance and Diploma in Communications & Media Management of Temasek Polytechnic.  

Jaslyn Ong Ching Wen
Curine Chong Ker Xin
Zyrica Jasmin Carino Vallejo
Muhammad Danial bin Mohamed K
Jon Lee Xuan Yee
Cheryl Lourdes Natalie Keasberry
Tracy Kong Ying Xuan
Ang Wei Ly Krystal
Ho Ling Ying, Stacey
Mohamed Nabil Rasheed
Chua Kai En Elizabeth
Lim Jia Rong Glenn

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In this episode of Money Manager, the students provide a quick overview of e-wallets. 

Featuring Mr Jackson Ng of Digital Business Transformation Centre @ Temasek Polytechnic

  • Features of e-wallet

  • What are the blind spots

  • What to take note of when using e-wallets

Money Manager is jointly produced by Temasek Polytechnic and MONEY FM 89.3. Made for youths by youths, this financial literacy series covers a wide array of topics such as budgeting, inflation, insurance, and investing for all stages of your life.

Credit:
Students from the Diploma in Accountancy & Finance and Diploma in Communications & Media Management of Temasek Polytechnic.  

Jaslyn Ong Ching Wen
Curine Chong Ker Xin
Zyrica Jasmin Carino Vallejo
Muhammad Danial bin Mohamed K
Jon Lee Xuan Yee
Cheryl Lourdes Natalie Keasberry
Tracy Kong Ying Xuan
Ang Wei Ly Krystal
Ho Ling Ying, Stacey
Mohamed Nabil Rasheed
Chua Kai En Elizabeth
Lim Jia Rong Glenn

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The students of Temasek Polytechnic tackle the use of credit versus debit cards.

Featuring Mr. Joseph Tan, Lecturer, Diploma in Accountancy and Finance @ Temasek Polytechnic

-Features of each type of card 

-How to manage them

-What to take note of when using cards 

Money Manager is jointly produced by Temasek Polytechnic and MONEY FM 89.3. Made for youths by youths, this financial literacy series covers a wide array of topics such as budgeting, inflation, insurance, and investing for all stages of your life.

Credit:
Students from the Diploma in Accountancy & Finance and Diploma in Communications & Media Management of Temasek Polytechnic.  

Jaslyn Ong Ching Wen
Curine Chong Ker Xin
Zyrica Jasmin Carino Vallejo
Muhammad Danial bin Mohamed K
Jon Lee Xuan Yee
Cheryl Lourdes Natalie Keasberry
Tracy Kong Ying Xuan
Ang Wei Ly Krystal
Ho Ling Ying, Stacey
Mohamed Nabil Rasheed
Chua Kai En Elizabeth
Lim Jia Rong Glenn

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In this inaugural episode of Money Manager, the students of Temasek Polytechnic discuss the dos and don'ts of budgeting.

Featuring Ms. Carmen Lee, Lecturer, Common Business Programme @  Temasek Polytechnic. 

  • Save before you spend

  • Don’t spend more than you earn

  • 20/30/50 budgeting method

Money Manager is jointly produced by Temasek Polytechnic and MONEY FM 89.3. Made for youths by youths, this financial literacy series covers a wide array of topics such as budgeting, inflation, insurance, and investing for all stages of your life.

Credit:
Students from the Diploma in Accountancy & Finance and Diploma in Communications & Media Management of Temasek Polytechnic.  

Jaslyn Ong Ching Wen
Curine Chong Ker Xin
Zyrica Jasmin Carino Vallejo
Muhammad Danial bin Mohamed K
Jon Lee Xuan Yee
Cheryl Lourdes Natalie Keasberry
Tracy Kong Ying Xuan
Ang Wei Ly Krystal
Ho Ling Ying, Stacey
Mohamed Nabil Rasheed
Chua Kai En Elizabeth
Lim Jia Rong Glenn

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.