Tan Kin Lian's Blog

I visited the old city of Brugge in Belgium. It has been described as "picturesque". It has many buildings built in the olden styl...

If you wish to have some ideas about what to buy for your baby, you can visit this blog . My daughter Su Ling shares her experience about ra...

Dear Mr Tan, I am insured under a Shield plan. But my agent said that the coverage is not sufficient. Should I buy another medical insurance...

Many people think that Medisave is somebody's else money. They are delighted when they have the chance to take out from Medisave. Actual...

I visited Antwerp in Belgium. The roads in the old city were not suitable for motor traffic. Most people walked, take the subway or the city...

I use an agent (i.e. a stockbroker or relationship manager) actively on my personal investments. Here are some tips on how to use them: 1. A...

One commentor in my blog frequently recommended to see a financial adviser who can give a financial health assessment. He is strongly agains...

Hi Mr Tan, I'm really glad that I happen to read your blog! I have been searching online and looking for the right saving plan for myse...

Broadband connection is expensive in Brussels. My hotel charges Euro 15 for 1 hour and Euro 25 for 1 day. Wow!

Mr Tan! Recently, I've been reading your blogs. It has really helped me alot in understanding the wise and prudent way to manage my fina...

Dear Mr Tan Your blogspot is really helpful to the public. I have also been reading your recent articles on annuities in the Straits Times...

A few people told me that they liked the article published in the Straits Times about the rewards of investing in a life annuity. The origin...

I am now in Brussels, Belgium to attend an international insurance conference. The weather is wonderful. It is Autumn and very pleasant. The...

Question: I bought a 20-year Endowment Policy which just matured. The maturity value is much lower than what was projected when the agent pi...

Dear Mr Tan, Your article on Reward of Buying a Life Annuity at 65 published in the Straits Times on 24 September was very well and clearly...

Dear Mr Tan I will be retiring soon. My insurance policies will mature in Sep 2008. It's about $300,000. Where do I put my money so th...

I give talks on financial matters. I always advice my attendees on the following approach towards financial products: 1. Ask a few simple qu...

Dear Mr Tan, Recently I bought a insurance plan called Life Manager Plus. It is my first time to buy the insurance. I need to pay S$300 a mo...

Dear Mr Tan Where do I buy the annuity@65 mentioned on 23/9/07? MY REPLY: The life annuity is presented for educational purpose, to compare ...

Question: If I buy an annuity that pays out a fixed monthly sum over a lifetime (say 30 years or longer), will I lose out if interest rate a...