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.

How to Fix Your Ballooning Credit Card Debt - MoneySmart Guide 2022
Credit Card
How to Fix Your Ballooning Credit Card Debt - MoneySmart Guide 2022
Are you struggling to keep up with your monthly credit card payments? Do you find yourself constantly running out of money at the end of the month? If...
24 January 2022
Mercury Drug Citi Rewards Card Review 2022
Credit Card
Mercury Drug Citi Rewards Card Review 2022
Purchasing medications regularly? It can be overwhelming to buy on-site these days as COVID-19 cases are increasing in the metro and nearby provinces....
24 January 2022
Debunking Some of the Common Myths of Life Insurance: Why Do Filipinos Avoid It?
Insurance
Debunking Some of the Common Myths of Life Insurance: Why Do Filipinos Avoid It?
Are you one of those people who avoid life insurance agents because you're assuming they will offer you a product? Do you think paying for insurance p...
18 January 2022
5 Financial New Year's Resolutions Filipinos Should Make for 2022
Saving
5 Financial New Year's Resolutions Filipinos Should Make for 2022
There's no better time to start making resolutions than at the beginning of a new year. While getting in shape and spending more time with loved ones...
7 January 2022
Globe, Smart, PLDT, and SunCellular — The Most Affordable Sim Only Plans in the Philippines (2022)
Lifestyle
Globe, Smart, PLDT, and SunCellular — The Most Affordable Sim Only Plans in the Philippines (2022)
The Mobile Number Portability Act allows subscribers to retain their mobile number even if they switch to another network. It won't be a hassle for yo...
6 January 2022
What You Need to Know About Credit Card Installment Plans in the Philippines - Is It For You?
Borrow Money
What You Need to Know About Credit Card Installment Plans in the Philippines - Is It For You?
Credit card installment plans allow you to break up your total balance or a one-time straight payment into smaller monthly payments, making it more ma...
27 December 2021
The Best 0% Interest Installment Plans in the Philippines (2022)
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The Best 0% Interest Installment Plans in the Philippines (2022)
Planning to buy a big-ticket item? Well, if you're like most people, you're always looking for ways to save money. One of the most important is ensuri...
23 December 2021
How to Spot a Phishing Email in the Philippines
Lifestyle
How to Spot a Phishing Email in the Philippines
Phishing emails are all over the internet, and they can be challenging to spot. They often look like legitimate emails from banks, retailers, or other...
18 December 2021
Best Credit Card Promos for Year-End Online Shopping (2021)
Shopping
Best Credit Card Promos for Year-End Online Shopping (2021)
The holidays are fast approaching, and it means the start of online shopping for many budget-savvy people. The shipping cost can take a toll on your w...
13 December 2021
Smishing: Scam Alerts You Should Know and How to Avoid Them
Lifestyle
Smishing: Scam Alerts You Should Know and How to Avoid Them
You have probably received a text message that says you won millions of pesos from a raffle draw. Another text message could have been a gift from a c...
6 December 2021