Money Dismorphia The Star Paper talked about Money dysmorphia today – a non-clinical term describing a distorted perception of one’s financial situation. It can manifest as feeling financially insecure despite having substantial savings, or conversely, believing one has more money than one actually does. A survey published in the United States by financial company Credit Karma last year revealed that …
Control Your Spending, Control Your Future It doesn’t matter how much you earn — if you spend it all, you’ll never achieve financial freedom. Many Malaysians fall into the “earn more, spend more” trap and also You Only Live Once “YOLO” trap. Bigger income leads to bigger cars, fancier phones, and more debt. But real wealth isn’t built by what …
Are You in Control of Your Finances or Are They Controlling You? According to information released by MOF Malaysia, the Credit Counselling and Debt Management Agency (AKPK) reports that 53,000 individuals under 30 are burdened by nearly RM1.9 billion in cumulative debt, primarily due to credit cards and personal loans. Alarmingly, Malay Mail also reported that 38% of these individuals …
Income — One of the foundation of financial freedom If you want financial freedom, income is one of your starting point. Without income, you can’t save, invest, or build wealth. But having only one income stream — especially when it is fixed or capped like your monthly salary — is limiting. In Malaysia, income can be divided into two types: …
Why Most Malaysians Struggle with Financial Freedom Many Malaysians dream of financial freedom, but few achieve it. Why? Because the journey to financial freedom requires the right mindset, habits, and planning—not just high income. Here are common challenges faced: Lifestyle inflationAs income increases, spending increases too. Instead of saving or investing more, people upgrade cars, homes, gadgets, or go on …
SST Update: New 5%–10% Sales Tax Starts 1 July 2025 – What SMEs Need to Know Update – 27 Jun 2025 𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐀 𝐑𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐄𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐘 𝐎𝐅 𝐅𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐓𝐎 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐄𝐗𝐏𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐃 𝐒𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐒 𝐓𝐀𝐗 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐕𝐈𝐂𝐄 𝐓𝐀𝐗 𝐓𝐀𝐊𝐄 𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐎 𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐓 𝐏𝐔𝐁𝐋𝐈𝐂 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐔𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐘 𝐅𝐄𝐄𝐃𝐁𝐀𝐂𝐊 Three key amendments to the SST that will take effect on 1 July 2025 Imported apples, oranges, mandarin oranges and …
What is Financial Freedom? Financial freedom simply means having enough money and passive income to cover your lifestyle without being stressed about bills or needing to rely on a full-time job. It’s not about being rich — it’s about having choices. For example, imagine waking up on a weekday and deciding how to spend your time — not because your …
Mandatory EPF Contributions for Foreign Workers (Effective Oct 2025)Simplified for SMEs – What You Need to Know Why the Change? Action Steps for Employers: Need Help? As your HR & Payroll Outsourcing Partner, we can assist with:✔ EPF registration & compliance✔ Payroll adjustments for foreign workers✔ Avoiding penalties from missed deadlines Don’t wait—prepare early! Contact us for a smooth transition. …
Breaking News: LHDN Malaysia announced that the implementation phase for e-invoices for taxpayers with annual income or sales exceeding RM1mil but not exceeding RM5mil has been deferred to Jan 1, 2026. The good news is businesses with an annual income or sales below RM500,000 are now exempted from the implementation of the e-Invoice system. Businesses with annual income or sales …
Cash Flow Struggles? Here’s How SMEs in Malaysia Can Manage Money Better Cash flow is the lifeline of any business. If money isn’t coming in on time, even a profitable SME can run into trouble. Many small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Malaysia struggle with delayed payments, rising costs, and limited financing options. From 2025 to 2030, SMEs will face …