Let's Talk CPF

Curious about how to safeguard your CPF savings against scams?

Join us in this episode as Tay Li Lin, Senior Manager at CPF’s Retirement Withdrawals Department, provides insights into CPF Board’s anti-scam measures and the recently lowered Daily Withdrawal Limit for online CPF withdrawals.

What is CPF LIFE? What is an annuity? Do I lose out because my CPF LIFE interest goes into the common pool? How does it work?

These are common questions in members’ minds when CPF LIFE is mentioned.

Tune in to this episode where we uncover the basics of CPF LIFE, debunk common misconceptions and share tools to help you plan your retirement with Serene Ng, who is part of the team administering the CPF LIFE scheme in CPF Board.

Kickstart your retirement planning at cpf.gov.sg/CPFplanner

What happens to your CPF savings when you pass away without a nomination? Why can't you just rely on a Will to distribute your CPF savings? And how do you even make a CPF nomination?

In this episode, we delve into the significance of CPF nominations in legacy planning with Nuraininadiah from CPF Board. Join us as we discuss the limitations of Wills in covering CPF savings, the implications of not having a CPF nomination, and the importance of regularly reviewing your nomination.

Visit cpf.gov.sg/CPFNom to make your nomination today!

Are internships important? How should students determine which internships are the right fit, and how do you even go about securing one? Fret not.

Tune in to this episode of Let's Talk CPF as Catherine Neo, who leads the internship team at Singapore Polytechnic, shares useful tips on finding the ideal internship for your professional growth and debunks common internship myths.

How much does it cost to own a pet? Is pet insurance necessary for our furkids?

Financial planning is a crucial part of being a responsible pet owner. In this episode, hear from Dr Teo Boon Han, President of the Singapore Veterinary Association and Managing Partner at VetTrust Singapore, as he shares expert advice and tips on managing the costs of pet ownership in Singapore. 

Does your salary increase with every job switch? Do employers see short stints as a red flag? In this episode, we explore the complex landscape of job-hopping and its impact on one’s career and skill development. 

NTUC’s e2i career coach, Eric Donny De Silva, and job-hopper Seline, offer insights into this trend, discussing its motivations and challenges. Tune in to gain valuable advice on navigating career transitions, which can help you make informed decisions in this dynamic job market.

NFS, D-NOA, AIS, FEDR - What are these terms and what do they mean? Tax season is upon us, with filing commencing on 1 March.

Tune in for a crash course on filing your personal taxes and reducing your tax bill with Yi Jing, Manager (Individual Income Tax Division) at the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS). She will also share expert tips for both employed and self-employed taxpayers

With car ownership costs remaining high, you may have wondered whether car-sharing is a viable transport alternative. But how does it work and how exactly does it differ from car rental? 

If you have asked these questions before, then this episode is for you. Hear from Joel Koh, Content Manager at Seedly, as he shares his expertise and advice on how to make best use of car-sharing as one of your transport options.

With any big decision in life, it is always helpful to dedicate some time to research and consider options – and pre-planning for the unexpected is no exception. Rather than viewing pre-planning as a taboo subject, consider how doing this can benefit yourself and your loved ones in the future.

Join Xiao Yan and Cynthia as they share why pre-planning is one of the most valuable gifts to our loved ones and how we can make a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA), Advance Care Plan (ACP) and Advance Medical Directive (AMD).

We have spent most of our lives saving for retirement. But when retirement draws near, many of us do not know where and how to start enjoying the fruits of our labour. At what age should we start spending our retirement funds? Should we draw down from our CPF account first? How can our retirement nest egg last a lifetime?

In this episode, Lorna Tan, Head of Financial Literacy Training, DBS Bank, answers all our questions on spending our retirement funds wisely, also known as decumulation.