Bowling has long been a popular sport in Singapore, with people of all ages competing to get the perfect strike. Hence, it comes as no surprise that there are plenty of bowling alleys scattered throughout Singapore. They range from casual, themed alleys to industry-standard ones, catered towards every age and skill level. Here is a cost breakdown of bowling alleys in Singapore and how much they will cost you. Costs Of Bowling Before one can roll a ball down the lane, there are a few things that will be needed. Firstly, you will need socks to wear the rental shoes. Bowling alleys do sell them ..read more

This article was written in collaboration with SGX. All views expressed in this article are the independent opinion of DollarsAndSense.sg based on our research. DollarsAndSense.sg is not liable for any financial losses that may arise from any transactions and readers are encouraged to do their own due diligence. You can view our full editorial policy here. Often, as investors, we are inclined to stick to stocks in our home country for their familiarity and ease of trading. In a more interconnected global landscape, diversifying into different geographical markets may not only be more convenie ..read more

2024 is poised to be a monumental election year, with major elections scheduled not only in the United States and the United Kingdom but also in India, among other nations globally. Elections often herald a period of change and uncertainty. They can inspire renewed optimism as people anticipate potential improvements; however, they also raise doubts and fears about the future, especially regarding whether these changes will yield positive outcomes. Investors, in particular, face a period of heightened anxiety as they consider the potential impacts of these political shifts on their portfolios ..read more

This article was written in collaboration with OCBC Business Banking. All views expressed in this article are the independent opinion of DollarsAndSense.sg based on our research. DollarsAndSense.sg is not liable for any financial losses that may arise from any transactions and readers are encouraged to do their own due diligence. You can view our full editorial policy here. Uniseal stands out as a trailblazer for environmental sustainability in Singapore’s construction sector. Starting as a waterproofing specialist in 1998, the company has pivoted towards green construction solutions that not ..read more

Picture a classroom with studious students at the front, average ones in the middle, and troublemakers at the back. Among them, there would be one or two students sitting in a blind spot, going unnoticed and attracting little attention. That would be how Yew Tee Town could be described. Located in the northwestern of Singapore, between Choa Chu Kang and Kranji MRT stations, the small estate, comprising a mix of both industrial and residential estates, often goes under the radar among homebuyers. However, this unassuming town is helmed by a political heavyweight, Finance Minister Lawrence Wong ..read more

E-commerce scams doubled to 9,783 reported cases in 2023, and more than 70% of e-commerce scams were perpetrated on Facebook as well as Carousell, according to a Ministry Of Home Affairs Press Release. While it might be tempting to simply advise loved ones not to deal on Facebook Marketplace and Carousell, these two platforms remain popular because users can easily upload their pre-loved items for sale. The more secure platforms, Shopee, Lazada, Amazon and Qoo10, only allows registered sellers to list brand new items for sale. Unfortunately, what Facebook and Carousell lack in security measur ..read more

Whether it’s for a mass market or boutique condominium, chances are you will likely walk into an impressive-looking showflat with clever use of furniture and fittings. These makeshift buildings serve as not only physical brochures for new developments, but they also strive to transcend prospective buyers to an ideal state of living in order to invoke a sale. Playing an important role in this transformation journey are interior fitting-out services companies like Lincotrade & Associates (Lincotrade). Established in 1991 and subsequently listed on the SGX in August 2022, Lincotrade (SGX Cod ..read more

In Singapore, almost every district has a public swimming complex with 24 scattered throughout the island. Each complex has a wading pool, a teaching pool and a 50m competitive lap pool to accommodate people of different age groups. Aside from public swimming pools, private condominiums and country clubs typically have a pool as well. The easy access to pools makes it easy for anyone to pick up swimming, and there are many types of swimming lessons available, ranging from group lessons in public swimming pools to one-on-one lessons in private pools catered to people of different ages. With th ..read more

This article was written in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance (MOF). All views expressed in this article are the independent opinion of DollarsAndSense.sg based on our research. DollarsAndSense.sg is not liable for any financial losses that may arise from any transactions and readers are encouraged to do their own due diligence. You can view our full editorial policy here. Against rising cost of living pressures and geopolitical uncertainty, the Government unveiled support measures amounting to $131.4 billion in Budget 2024. These include new measures and enhancements to existing sch ..read more

As announced in Budget 2024, all HDB households will receive $300 worth of Climate Vouchers that can be used to purchase energy and water-efficient home appliances. Source: PUB These vouchers are surely useful for those who have just gotten their keys to a new house or are planning to move to a new place and may need to purchase expensive appliances such as refrigerators, air-conditioners, washing machines, sinks and water closets. These vouchers are meant to incentivise the purchase of an energy or water-efficient device certified with the relevant tick ratings. Most households wi ..read more