If you are a BPI user, you probably noticed that cashing in to GCash is no longer as straightforward (or as free) as it used to be. Between Instapay fees and GCash cash-in charges, maliit man per transaction, they add … Continue reading
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SCHD Is Being Left Behind — And Dividend Investors Are Paying the Price
SCHD (Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF) used to be untouchable in dividend circles. Low expense ratio.Quarterly income.“Sleep well at night” investing. But let’s stop pretending nothing has changed. SCHD is no longer just underperforming. It’s falling behind — badly.And the … Continue reading
Dividend Stocks vs MP2 vs Digital Savings: Comparing Real Returns
Trying to figure out the best way to grow your money safely—or at least smarter than just leaving it in your wallet? If you’ve been considering dividend stocks, Pag-IBIG MP2, or digital savings accounts, you might be wondering which gives … Continue reading
How “Buy Now, Pay Later” Apps Are Changing Filipino Spending Habits
Buy Now, Pay Later apps, like LazadaPay Installments, Atome, and others, are changing the way Filipinos shop. They make it easy to buy things without paying the full amount upfront. But there is a growing concern. Are these apps encouraging … Continue reading
Maya Savings vs MP2: Which Is Better for Filipinos?
When choosing where to place excess cash, many Filipinos end up deciding between Maya Savings and Pag-IBIG MP2. At first glance, Maya looks more attractive because of its high advertised interest rate. MP2, on the other hand, does not promise … Continue reading
How to Open a GCash International Wallet (Without a Philippine SIM)
Many Filipinos abroad want to use GCash for remittances, bills payment, or sending money back home—but the biggest roadblock has always been the same: you need a Philippine SIM to register. Good news: GCash has now rolled out the GCash … Continue reading
How to Build Wealth Slowly Even If You’re Starting Late
Thinking about wealth might feel overwhelming if you’re starting late. Maybe you didn’t save much in your 20s or 30s, or you’re just realizing it’s time to get serious about money. The good news? You can build wealth even if … Continue reading
High-Risk vs Low-Risk Investments: What Should You Choose?
If you’ve been researching ways to grow your money, you’ve probably come across the terms high-risk investments and low-risk investments. They sound simple, but many people still get confused about which one they should actually choose. The truth is, there … Continue reading
Signs You’re Falling Into a Debt Trap (And How to Stop It)
Debt isn’t always a bad thing. Used correctly, it can help you build credit, start a business, or handle emergencies.But when debt becomes uncontrollable, it slowly traps you until you feel like you’re working just to pay bills. If you’ve … Continue reading
How to Update Beneficiaries in Pag-IBIG
If you’re a Pag‑IBIG member, it’s important to know who gets your savings and benefits in case something happens to you. Updating your beneficiaries ensures that your loved ones can claim your Pag‑IBIG savings, MP2 funds, or death benefits without … Continue reading