Articles by Krisette Lim

Maria Krisette Capati-Lim is a contributing writer at MoneySmart since 2019. With an extensive background in the intersections of SEO, digital marketing, technology, lifestyle and personal finance, she believes that learning is a lifetime pursuit to become better ever day. When she's not writing, she's either checking her income and expenses on a spreadsheet or tinkering with her personal websites.

10 Signs You Should Get a Yaya or Kasambahay
Lifestyle
10 Signs You Should Get a Yaya or Kasambahay
Moms are known for multitasking. But it can be too much to juggle caring for a baby and managing your household. Having a yaya and a helper or kasamba...
28 November 2022
Komo Peso Savings Account - MoneySmart Review 2022
Smart Money
Komo Peso Savings Account - MoneySmart Review 2022
Digital banks are redefining banking. You can open an account without visiting a branch. You also don’t need to wait in line to pay your bills because...
21 November 2022
The Top 8 Common Mistakes People Make in Personal Finance
Borrow Money
The Top 8 Common Mistakes People Make in Personal Finance
There's always some new financial advice out there to follow — save more, spend less, invest here, don't invest there. It can be challenging to keep u...
26 October 2022
SeaBank Philippines Peso Savings Account - MoneySmart Review 2022
Saving
SeaBank Philippines Peso Savings Account - MoneySmart Review 2022
Looking for ways to grow your hard-earned money? What if we told you there's a local bank that offers 5.00% per annum interest? Say hello to the SeaBa...
14 October 2022
Top 10 Best Websites for Free Online Courses in the Philippines
Business
Top 10 Best Websites for Free Online Courses in the Philippines
The internet has made information more accessible than ever. This is especially true for those looking to learn new skills and gain knowledge. Countle...
6 October 2022
UnionBank Cashback Gold Mastercard - MoneySmart Review 2022
Credit Card
UnionBank Cashback Gold Mastercard - MoneySmart Review 2022
Do you frequently shop online? Are you looking for ways to get cashback from your purchases? Worry no more. You might want to check UnionBank Cashback...
19 September 2022
Can Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) Help You Build a Good Credit Score?
Borrow Money
Can Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) Help You Build a Good Credit Score?
Ever heard of BNPL? If you ever shop online, you must have encountered it. It's an acronym for Buy Now, Pay Later, an agreement where a store lets you...
15 September 2022
10 Incredibly Useful Tips for First-Time Credit Cardholders (2022)
Credit Card
10 Incredibly Useful Tips for First-Time Credit Cardholders (2022)
If you're new to using credit cards, you're in for a pleasant surprise. That mostly coveted plastic card provides plenty of opportunities to rack up r...
13 September 2022
HSBC Red Mastercard Review 2022 - Lifestyle Rewards Card With 4X Earning Points
Credit Card
HSBC Red Mastercard Review 2022 - Lifestyle Rewards Card With 4X Earning Points
Does the possibility of earning rewards get your heart racing? Let’s take a look at the HSBC Red Mastercard. This rewards card offers up to 4x bonus p...
7 September 2022
Know Your SSS Benefits - MoneySmart Philippines Guide 2022
Lifestyle
Know Your SSS Benefits - MoneySmart Philippines Guide 2022
Did you know that the Social Security System (SSS) in the Philippines offers a handful of benefits to its members? It's not just the pension you get o...
6 September 2022