How to Master Your Life Within Your Current Income

Hello Grasshoppa, One of the regular topics that is talked about by our current government is tackling high financial costs for Malaysians. Over my years of traveling & learning about other countries’ income vs cost of living, Malaysia is one of the countries where I find to be most affordable to live in with our […]

Financial Pitfalls: Key Decisions to Avoid for a Secure Future

Hello Grasshoppa, In the complex world of personal finance, making the right decisions is crucial for long-term financial security. Unfortunately, certain common pitfalls can undermine even the best-laid financial plans. In this article, we’ll explore some critical financial decisions to avoid, helping you navigate the path to a more secure financial future. 1. Neglecting Emergency […]

Navigating Malaysia’s Retirement Dilemma and Building a Secure Future

Hello Grasshoppa, Recently, the Malaysian government has stated that Malaysians need to have at least RM240,000 in savings when they reach 55 years old. This will allow them to have RM1,000 for the next 20 years until age 75 based on the average Malaysian lifespan. Based on that article, Finance Minister Anwar Ibrahim has also stated […]

Why I Prefer Online Shopping Over In-Store Purchases

Hello Grasshoppa, As I examine my recent shopping patterns, I’ve noticed a gradual shift from in-store shopping to online shopping over the years. I can’t recall my last local in-store purchase because, for local shopping, I have completely transitioned to online channels. I only resort to in-store purchases when I’m traveling. When I began to […]

Status & Wealth. Which Is More Important?

Hello Grasshoppa, I recently came across a social media post discussing the difference between Status Symbols and Wealth Symbols. This post prompted me to reflect on today’s society and the significance these symbols hold for many people. I also took the opportunity to introspect about my lifestyle. Below, I’ll explain what each set of symbols […]

8 Questions To Ask Yourself Before You Making A Purchase

Hello Grasshoppa, Many of us have a threshold for items we consider purchasing, whether they cost as little as RM100 or as much as RM100,000 for substantial investments like cars or houses. Typically, my minimum reconsideration threshold starts as low as RM100, and I grant myself up to 24 hours to contemplate the purchase. The […]

What I Think Of “I Will Teach You To Be Rich” Book by Ramit Sethi

Hello Grasshoppa, During my recent trip to Japan, I seized the opportunity to complete one of the books on my Kindle app list, titled “I Will Teach You To Be Rich” by Ramit Sethi. It was a 7-hour flight, providing me with some valuable “me time” for reading and watching Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) videos while […]

My Honest Review On Alliance Infinite Credit Card

Hello Grasshoppa, It has been 2 months since I started to change my credit card from my Hong Leong Bank AirAsia Credit Card to Alliance Infinite Credit Card. Overall, I would say that they have the best points reward system compared to other credit card companies but there are some major issues that make me dislike the credit […]

How To Live A Rich Life With Your Current Income

Hello Grasshoppa, There are many ways for us to define how rich we or other individuals are. The most significant way of defining rich people is by how they dress or what car they drive. Maybe some of them are truly rich, but some actually put themselves in debt just to impress others who don’t […]

Crazy Ways I Used To Survive With No Money

Hello Grasshoppa, Growing up, I may not have had the best childhood when it comes to finances. Back then, I had to constantly witness arguments between my parents over money issues & our whole family used to struggle a lot financially. While I am seeing other kids being able to own different toys or games, […]