Singapore Budget 2025 touched on a topic that's top of mind for many Singaporeans - retirement planning and what it really means to retire well in Singapore today. Our panel of experts:
- Daphne Lye, Financial Planning Solutions Lead at MoneyOwl
- Dr Chong Poh Heng MD, HCA Hospice, who brings over 35 years of experience in end-of-life care
- Ashok Samuel, Ex GIC Head of Private Equity Risk with 30 years in private equity experience, now retiree in his late 50s, offers a personal perspective on the realities of retiring in Singapore and the wisdom he’s gained along the way
Episode highlights:
- Why traditional notions of retirement feel uninspiring to many millennials
- The evolving landscape of retirement planning beyond just CPF Life and insurance schemes
- How to balance living well now while preparing for future healthcare needs
- And some candid conversations about end-of-life planning that you won't hear anywhere else
What We Discuss:
- 03:59 What does hospice care actually involve?
- 05:56 What advice comes from those near the end of life?
- 09:51 How well do current retirement schemes support Singaporeans?
- 12:17 How can retirees manage rising healthcare costs?
- 18:29 How does Singapore compare to other retirement destinations?
- 21:03 How much should Singaporeans save for retirement?
- 29:28 What factors make retirees relocate from Singapore?
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