As AI tools like ChatGPT are increasingly capable, many have asked: Could AI truly replace a human wealth adviser? Being trusted advisers to our affluent clients for over two decades, this Providend series began with an article by our Client Advisers on clients navigating major life transitions. The podcast goes further, exploring the thoughts behind these transitions.

In this podcast episode, Jia Ling, Client Adviser, and our host, Isaac, unpack a case of Elaine, 56, 56, a single mother of two adult children who was recently diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer, requiring intensive treatment. For Elaine, the decisions she faces are not only about navigating her own financial future, but also about protecting the future she wants for her children.

While AI can provide quick and sound recommendations, the prompts given may be incomplete, especially when clients are overwhelmed by a sudden health crisis, creating gaps in their overall wealth plan. They also explore the importance of having the accountability and guidance by human advisers to help clients put their plans into action as circumstances evolve.

To better understand the discussion, you may start by reading Jia Ling's article here: Can AI Replace a Human Adviser During a Health Crisis?

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The host of this episode, Isaac Ong, is a Client Adviser at Providend, the first fee-only wealth advisory firm in Southeast Asia and a leading wealth advisory firm in Asia.

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Having survived multiple market crises in our investment journey since 2001, we know what works and what won't work.

To share deeper insights into how we manage investments beyond the basics, we’re pleased to launch a “Investment 201” video series featuring Dr Peng Chen, Senior Advisor & Director at Providend. In this series, Isaac Ong, our Client Adviser, engages Dr Peng in conversations on more advanced investment topics, while still breaking them down into simple, practical insights for everyday investors.

In this episode, Dr Peng and Isaac unpack the evolving situation in China: what’s driving recent economic trends, how policy decisions are reshaping its markets, and what this means for you as an investor.

Watch all five "Investment 201" videos here.

At Providend, we believe it is more important to look at the reliability and sufficiency of your investment returns to meet your non-negotiable life goals and events, instead of wanting to maximise your returns and dealing with the uncertainties and risks that would entail. Find out why positive returns do not mean enough returns here.

Learn more by reading our investment eBook titled "A More Reliable Way to Get Enough Investment Returns: Even During Times of Market Uncertainty".

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The host of this episode, Isaac Ong, is a Client Adviser at Providend, the first fee-only wealth advisory firm in Southeast Asia and a leading wealth advisory firm in Asia.

Did you know that our Providend’s Money Wisdom podcast is now available in video format on YouTube? Follow us on our YouTube channel for new episode on Thursday at 8pm.

Market regimes can sound like a technical concept reserved for economists and investment professionals. But what do they actually mean for investors?

In this episode, Glenn, our Senior Portfolio Manager, joins Joyce, our Client Adviser, to unpack what market regimes are and looks at how different environments, from the COVID-19 pandemic and the inflation-driven rate hikes of 2022 to the AI-led rally, have shaped markets in recent years.

They also explore why changing your portfolio every time the market regime changes may sound logical but is difficult to execute successfully and what investors should keep in mind as conditions evolve.

To understand the conversation better, you can begin with reading the article that inspired this episode here: Market Regimes and What They Mean for Your Portfolio

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The host of this episode, Joyce Chng, is a Client Adviser at Providend, the first fee-only wealth advisory firm in Southeast Asia and a leading wealth advisory firm in Asia.

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Welcome to the sixth episode of our miniseries Ikigai Insider, where we invite our Client Advisers to share what it means to live a good life, combining Ikigai with Providend's Philosophy of Sufficiency.

In this podcast episode, Jit Hwee, our Client Adviser, reflects on the Ikigai petal of ‘Meaning & Value’ — what makes life worth living and how we can make the most of the journey. He shares how meaning comes from genuine human connections, shared experiences and the different roles he plays as a husband, son, son-in-law, father and Client Adviser.

Together with our host, Jit Hwee explores why a fulfilling life is not necessarily found in financial success, career milestones or material possessions. He shares how being present for his family, helping his children discover their passions, and providing clarity to clients all give him a deeper sense of purpose.

Through deep conversations with our advisers, you will gain clarity on what matters most in life and what needs to be done to live a good life, both financially and non-financially, with your Ikigai goals at the forefront of your wealth plan.

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The host of this episode, Aaron Loo, is an Associate Adviser at Providend, the first fee-only wealth advisory firm in Southeast Asia and a leading wealth advisory firm in Asia.

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Some long-time listeners might know that the inspiration behind this entire podcast was our CEO, Chris’s book. We're proud to announce that we have launched our second edition of the book titled Money Wisdom II: More Simple Truths for Financial Wellness.

In managing over S$1 billion worth of our clients’ assets, there is continuous monitoring in place to ensure that the funds in our portfolios are behaving as we would expect them to.

To share deeper insights into how we manage investments beyond the basics, we’re pleased to launch a “Investment 201” video series featuring Dr Peng Chen, Senior Advisor & Director at Providend. In this series, Isaac Ong, our Client Adviser, engages Dr Peng in conversations on more advanced investment topics, while still breaking them down into simple, practical insights for everyday investors.

In this episode, Dr Peng and Isaac discuss how tariffs and deglobalisation affect us as consumers, employees and investors. They also touch on national defence, the US dollar and market volatility, all with the aim of helping you understand how global developments may ripple through to your personal wealth goals, and what steps you can take next.

Watch all five "Investment 201" videos here.

At Providend, we believe it is more important to look at the reliability and sufficiency of your investment returns to meet your non-negotiable life goals and events, instead of wanting to maximise your returns and dealing with the uncertainties and risks that would entail. Find out why positive returns do not mean enough returns here.

Learn more by reading our investment eBook titled "A More Reliable Way to Get Enough Investment Returns: Even During Times of Market Uncertainty".

Music courtesy of ItsWatR.

The host of this episode, Isaac Ong, is a Client Adviser at Providend, the first fee-only wealth advisory firm in Southeast Asia and a leading wealth advisory firm in Asia.

Did you know that our Providend’s Money Wisdom podcast is now available in video format on YouTube? Follow us on our YouTube channel for new episode on Thursday at 8pm.

As trusted advisers to affluent clients for 25 years this year, our wealth management philosophy of making ikigai decisions before money decisions is grounded in real-world experience managing more than S$1.8 billion of our clients’ hard-earned assets.

In this week’s Money Wisdom episode, we continue our ‘The Brain Behind’ series, where our co-host and Associate Adviser, Sudhan, speaks with our CEO, Christopher, about his Business Times article, 'Are You Really Ready For Retirement? Three Questions That Will Tell You'

In this conversation, Christopher explores what it really means to be ready for retirement. Beyond having enough money, he shares why it is important to build a “life portfolio” alongside your financial portfolio, considering questions such as who you will spend time with, how you will maintain your independence, and who will support you when you need care.

To gain more perspective on today’s conversation, you may begin by reading Christopher’s Business Times article here.

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The host of this episode, Sudhan Purushothuman, is an Associate Adviser at Providend, the first fee-only wealth advisory firm in Southeast Asia and a leading wealth advisory firm in Asia.

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Property has long been regarded as one of Singapore's most popular ways to build wealth. But how should investors evaluate property alongside a diversified investment portfolio?

In this episode, Glenn, our Senior Portfolio Manager, joins Joyce, our Client Adviser, to unpack decades of Singapore property data and explore whether property should be part of your portfolio.

Glenn also shares why not every property delivers the same returns, whether leverage is really property's biggest advantage, and whether skilled property investors can consistently beat the market.

To better appreciate the discussion, you may wish to begin with Glenn's article, which provides the context behind this conversation: https://providend.com/property-investment-singapore-diversified-portfolio/

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The host of this episode, Joyce Chng, is a Client Adviser at Providend, the first fee-only wealth advisory firm in Southeast Asia and a leading wealth advisory firm in Asia.

The full list of Providend’s Money Wisdom podcast episodes from Season 4 can be found here.

Did you know that our Providend’s Money Wisdom podcast is now available in video format on YouTube? Follow us on our YouTube channel for new episode on Thursday at 8pm.

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Selling your business is often seen as the finish line. But in reality, the value of your business is shaped years before a buyer ever comes to the table.

Many business owners assume a profitable business will naturally command a high valuation. Yet buyers are looking beyond today's profits. They want to know whether the business can continue to thrive without its founder, whether its operations are resilient, and whether future growth is sustainable.

In this episode, Jerome, our Associate Director of Business Exit, and Ray, our Senior Client Adviser, explore what buyers are really looking for, the common mistakes business owners make, and how to prepare for an exit long before it's on the horizon.

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The host of this episode, Ray Zheng, is a Senior Client Adviser at Providend, the first fee-only wealth advisory firm in Southeast Asia and a leading wealth advisory firm in Asia.

Did you know that our Providend’s Money Wisdom podcast is now available in video format on YouTube? Follow us on our YouTube channel for new episode on Thursday at 8pm.

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Some long-time listeners might know that the inspiration behind this entire podcast was our CEO, Chris’s book. We're proud to announce that we have launched our second edition of the book titled Money Wisdom II: More Simple Truths for Financial Wellness.

Legacy Insights is a new podcast series by Providend that explores what it truly takes to plan a meaningful and lasting legacy, beyond just writing a will, or engaging with a corporate trustee.

In this episode, Vincent, our Executive Director & Team Lead of Advisory Team, joins Yong Cheng, our Deputy Head of Advisory Team, for a deeply personal conversation about his own legacy planning journey. He shares the difficult yet necessary conversations he has had with his children about caring for their elder brother with special needs, the hopes he has for his family, and the unspoken concerns every parent carries about the future where they are no longer around.

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The host of this episode, Loh Yong Cheng, is the Deputy Head of Advisory at Providend, the first fee-only wealth advisory firm in Southeast Asia and a leading wealth advisory firm in Asia.

Did you know that our Providend’s Money Wisdom podcast is now available in video format on YouTube? Follow us on our YouTube channel for new episode on Thursday at 8pm.

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Welcome to the fifth episode of our miniseries Ikigai Insider, where we invite our Client Advisers to share what it means to live a good life, combining Ikigai with Providend's Philosophy of Sufficiency.

In this podcast episode, Isaac, our Client Adviser, reflects on the Ikigai petal of 'Life Satisfaction' - the ability to find fulfilment in both the ordinary and the extraordinary moments of life. He shares how learning to appreciate life's small joys has changed his perspective, how he derives meaning from effortful experiences, and how creating mind space has helped him be more present at work and with his loved ones.

Together with our host Aaron, Isaac explores why a life worth living is not built on constant excitement or achievement, but on finding meaning in everyday experiences and making space for what truly matters.

Through deep conversations with our advisers, you will gain clarity on what matters most in life and what needs to be done to live a good life, both financially and non-financially, with your Ikigai goals at the forefront of your wealth plan.

Music courtesy of ItsWatR.

The host of this episode, Aaron Loo, is an Associate Adviser at Providend, the first fee-only wealth advisory firm in Southeast Asia and a leading wealth advisory firm in Asia.

The full list of Providend’s Money Wisdom podcast episodes from Season 4 can be found here.

Did you know that our Providend’s Money Wisdom podcast is now available in video format on YouTube? Follow us on our YouTube channel for new episode on Thursday at 8pm.

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