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>>> Check Out Qotion Newsletter 6th August 2009

Online privacy and security is a top concern in Singapore. From Facebook to Twitter, people are beginning to understand and guard against the dangers of unprotected personal information and cyber attacks. This week, Qotion gives readers a couple of handy tips on how to avoid becoming another statistic in the war on online privacy.

>>> Check out Qotion Newsletter 13th August 2009

This week, Qotion.com introduces our new financial news section, gives some tips on preventing identity theft and tells our readers about the media launch of a new consumer rights group - The Financial Services Consumer Association of Singapore. Interested to find out more? Check out our newsletter below.

>>> Check out Qotion Newsletter 20th August 2009

Are local fixed deposit rates too low? Qotion.com opened up a new question of the week feature for this week. Each week, we'll pick one topic of interest in consumer finance to talk about. Interested? Head over to the Question of the week section in the forums and check it out!

>>> Check out Qotion Newsletter 28th August 2009

What do you think about walking around with tens of thousands of dollars in cash in your wallet? Most people don't try to do that, but then again, most people have credit cards. Do you know how much fraudulent liability you stand to incur in the event of losing your credit card? This issue of Qotion newletter talks about this and more.

>>> Check out Qotion Newsletter 4th September 2009

Ever heard from your bank that your investment capital is guaranteed or protected? What does it mean? Why is there so much controversy over it? This week, we discuss about the MAS ban of the terms surrounding "investment protection".

>>> Check out Qotion Newsletter 11th September 2009

In an effort to cool down the recent hype in the property market, the government has decided to abolish the interest absorption scheme and the interest deferment scheme offered by property developers for cash-poor home buyers. Will this be enough to eliminate speculators in the market?

>>> Check out Qotion Newsletter 17th September 2009

Financial planning is integral to a healthy debt-free lifestyle for most consumers who aren't hugging pots of gold to bed. Talking with a financial advisor knowledgeable about market products in some cases can save you large amounts of time and money, yet those who do work with financial planners seldom proactively look for them and instead choose to passively work with whoever approaches them. This issue talks about why we should always proactively work with financial planners.

>>> Check out Qotion Newsletter 25th September 2009

The new insurance nomination law, effected from 1st Sep 09, allows policy holders to change their nominated beneficiaries anytime. Prior to this, policy holders who nominate their spouses and children as beneficiaries in life policies cannot change it without the consent of all parties. What is the impact of such a law and how does it benefit us? Read about it in this issue.

>>> Check out Qotion Newsletter 1st October 2009

If you are in the market for a mortgage loan, how will you want to pay it off? Do you opt for fixed interest rates that stay the same every year so you can plan your finances? Do you opt for variable rates that allow you more flexible repayment terms? This issue tells you all about the pros and cons of both approaches.

>>> Check out Qotion Newsletter 9th October 2009

So you are wondering how you should start planning your own finances. A professional financial planner can help you form a sound financial plan to follow in the years to come. The problem most people have with financial planners is that they are viewed as pushy and too biased for sound advice. In reality, wise financial planners know better than to cheat their customer over short-term gains as they stand to earn more in the long run. In this issue, Qotion shows you 3 tips to look out for when searching for a financial planner

>>> Check out Qotion Newsletter 15th October 2009

The practice of providing incentives and freebies with a product is a common marketing practice.Some financial advisers, however, have made a practice of emphasizing freebies rather than the product to buyers. Is this type of marketing detrimental to competition?

>>> Check out Qotion Newsletter 22nd October 2009

Many of us know the importance of starting our investments early in life. However, along the way many things happen to us, such as our working life, family, relationships etc. Given that our free time is limited and we cannot become experts in all things financial, what should we do to ensure reasonable returns for our investments through our ups and downs?

>>> Check out Qotion Newsletter 29th October 2009

The property market in Singapore has not really cooled down even during the recession. Now we are beginning to hear predictions of a bubble forming in the market. Are these predictions off the mark? Is this the beginning of a boom or a bust waiting to happen?

>>> Check out Qotion Newsletter 5th November 2009

According to latest statistics, an average Singaporean owns close to 8 credit cards. Why do most people get this many cards? How can you take charge of your credit and harness it to more productive purposes other than entertainment? In this issue, Qotion shares with you 3 tips on better managing your credit.

>>> Check out Qotion Newsletter 5th November 2009