Typhoons, floods, earthquakes—kahit gaano tayo kaingat, may mga bagay talagang hindi natin kontrolado. Good thing, Pag‑IBIG Fund offers a Calamity Loan to help members recover financially after a disaster. In this post, I’ll show you how to file a Pag‑IBIG … Continue reading
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eToro closes Philippine accounts
Update (October 12, 2024): eToro has officially announced that they’re closing their doors on Philippine residents. Find out more in this article. Last week, my sister messaged me saying she received an email stating that her eToro account had been … Continue reading
Philippine SEC to ban eToro?
The Securities and Exchange Commission has issued an advisory against the use of eToro to anyone living in the Philippines. What is the advisory about? Basically, the Philippine SEC is saying that eToro doesn’t have the license to offer securities … Continue reading
How to pay SSS WISP Plus contribution using a credit card
I’ve found (so far), two ways how to pay SSS WISP Plus contribution using a credit card. Two methods to pay SSS WISP Plus via credit card 1. Through the SSS Portal This is the easiest way to do it … Continue reading
How to Pay SSS WISP Plus contribution via GrabPay
In addition to Maya and GCash which I’ve discussed in previous posts, you can also pay your SSS WISP Plus contribution using GrabPay. Steps on how to pay SSS WISP Plus contribution via the GrabPay Step 1: Generate your PRN … Continue reading
VUL Insurance is a Scam
I’ve recently participated in discussions where people regard VUL insurance as a scam and I can understand their sentiment. To be fair though, VUL insurance is a legitimate product that is allowed by the Insurance Commission. So why are people … Continue reading
How to Invest in ALFM Global Multi-Asset Income Fund via GCash
In a previous blog, I gave an introductory post regarding the ALFM Global Multi-Asset Income Fund. This time around, I’ll show you how you can invest in the said fund through the GCash app. If you haven’t done it already, … Continue reading
Life hack: How to pay MP2 contribution using a credit card with just a 5-peso convenience fee
Note: this lifehack no longer works for a Mastercard. I’m sure you’ve thought of using your credit card to pay for your MP2 contribution but have considered not doing it because of the hefty 1.75% convenience fee. Before I share … Continue reading
Portfolio Discussion: VOO (Vanguard S&P 500 ETF)
I’ve talked about investing in the US stock market a lot. And in my previous posts, I’ve mentioned how the US stock market has an average annual return of 10%. The question is how should you invest to be able … Continue reading
BTID strategy: a Better Investment and Insurance Approach
In a previous post, I mentioned that I’m not a proponent of Variable Life Insurance (VUL). I am pro-insurance though for those who actually need it. You might ask: “If you don’t recommend VUL but advise breadwinners to invest and … Continue reading