Month: March 2021

Ep 82: 3 Potential Pitfalls When Using Robo-Advisors

In episode #82, we share with you 3 potential pitfalls when using Robo-Advisors. Robo-advisors are on the rise and many of you may have some cash in them. Truth is, we’re actually pretty supportive about using them from a broad perspective. However, there are some real challenges that may cause retail investors some problems, especially when you are not attuned to investments. Tune in as we share with you some potential pitfalls and problems you may face when interacting with Robo-advisors to manage your finances and investments. What are some things you have to take note of when using Robo-Advisors? What strategies are most of these Robo-Advisors using and how can you leverage on it? What should you understand about a Robo-Advisor before you invest in them?

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Ep 7: How to Protect Yourself Against the Unexpected as a Property Investor? – James the Property Investor

In episode #7 of Coconut Avenue, we bring on a property investor, James(pseudo name). He’s a normal Singaporean like you and I, but his story became interesting after he bought his first property at 28. Tune in as we discuss with James about his property journey. What are some of the ups and downs he faced being a property investor? What are some things to look out for when choosing a property to buy? What should you be aware of when renting out? What is his mindset when it comes to property investing?

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Ep 81: Why Your Interest Rate on Cash Will Stay Low & What You Can Do about it?

In episode #81, we share with you 3 reasons why your interest on cash will stay low and where you can possibly put your money. Recently, there has been a lot of discussion going on online. Many are asking if there’s safe place to put their money as the interest rates with the banks and cash management platforms are so low these days. Tune in as we set the reality on cash interest rate and discuss how you can move forward from here. How these cash management platforms work? What’s going to happen with cash interest rates going forward? Why interest rates will stay very low in the next 3-5 years?

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Ep 10: Are Stable Coins the Future of Cryptocurrencies? – Victor Liew from Xfers

In episode #10 of Chills w TFC, we bring on the co-founder behind Xfers, Singapore’s first and only stable coin backed by MAS. In the fast-growing world of cryptocurrency, there’re all sorts of coins and functions. A stable coin is a new class of cryptocurrencies that don’t really fluctuate and is often used as a medium of transaction. Join me as I chill with Victor Liew from Xfers to discuss about stable coins and the future of cryptocurrency. What value can Bitcoin and stable coins have for you? Will they replace traditional financial system? What keeps stable coin works and who governs it? What are some financial possibilities and applications that can arise from stable coins in the future?

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Ep 6: What should LGBTQ community know when buying a home? – William Tan from Prident

In episode #6 of Coconut Avenue, we bring on the co-founder of Prident, William Tan. Prident is a professional LGBTQ+ collective aiming to serve the community by offering more personalised advice on wider financial matters such as financial planning, insurance, real estate and investments. William is also a realtor from Singapore Realtors Inc. Tune in as we discuss with William about what are some things the LGBT community should know before buying properties. What are some challenges LGBT member faces in Singapore real estate market? How do they best prepare for their property purchase?

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