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GEVI stocks are screened based on the essence of value investing - buying good companies at bargain prices. -BT - The Business Times

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>> INVESTMENTS AND SAVINGS

		Don't mess with cheap & good GEVI stocks are screened based on the essence of value investing - buying good companies at bargain prices. -BT

		Nearly 90 funds closed to new CPF savings Nearly 50 unit trusts and 40 investment-linked insurance funds are already closed to new CPF savings due to their inability to comply with total expense ratios levels. -BT

		On the trail of the smart money It pays to follow the moves of canny investors like Wee Cho Yaw.

		How to pick a financial adviser Here are some things to consider when looking for a professional financial adviser. -ST

		Putting a price on financial advice Some institutions charge a fee while others earn commissions. -ST

		Is it too late now to pick up stocks? No, but experts advise buying in stages instead of in one go.

		Core investment principles still hold What investors should do in these uncertain times is to adopt a disciplined, consistent approach that is well-suited to their personal circumstances. -BT


>> CREDIT AND LOANS

		Want to save some money? In a case of buyer beware, ignorant borrowers may pay more than they should for their home loans. -TNP

		Don't spend your way into debt His debts with seven banks had snowballed to $110,000 early this year. -ST

		Tips on keeping a good track record Here is a simple how-to in keeping a clean bill of credit health. -ST

		You can run, but you can't hide Bad credit history will catch up with you, making it difficult to get mortgages or loans. -ST

		Tips on refinancing your home loan Your existing lender may give you a lower rate, but it may not be the best deal. -ST

		To refinance or not to refinance? We look at the various criteria you should consider before taking the plunge. -BT

		Banking and the art of mortgage lending Repossession usually final step after exhausting all other avenues.


>> INSURANCE

		Crooked claims How far will some people go to make easy money out of insurers? -ST

		Insurance in a time of uncertainty Why extend my coverage to $1m at age 47? Because I travel a lot and I want my family provided for should anything happen to me. -ST

		Hidden insurance charges? I don't think so... No additional charges levied, as far as can be seen from statements. -ST

		Investment-linked policies can benefit customers Many policyholders benefit from a larger portion of investment premiums. -ST

		New insurance law addresses pitfalls of trusts Holders of life policies can amend nominations at any time without nominees' consent. -ST

		S'poreans grossly under-insured: Study Average person covered for only a third of $495k needed. -ST

		Insurance still important in recession More S'poreans hold on to their policies during slump: survey. -BT

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