Retirement

freedom through financial independence — Whenever I talk about retiring, I always envisioned it hand-in-hand with financial independence. Surely the thought of not having any more income when you stop working would be cause for worry, right? That is why I don’t see myself retiring until this very important criterion of self-sustenance is satisfied. While […]

Financial Independence – Building and Living a Dream

26 Jan, 2018 in Income / Retirement by Fox

retirement on the beach — Lately I’ve been thinking about life. Particularly now; it’s all about going to work and becoming financially secure but is that all there is? Sure, I have my hobbies, this blog and social life. But how sustainable is this lifestyle? As you’ve guessed from the post title, I’m talking about […]

Retirement: Are you ready for it?

18 Jan, 2018 in Retirement by Fox

tap and scp image of a jar with money inside — In my post last week about investing, I covered briefly about two programs in Brunei called TAP and SCP. TAP and SCP came into being as an alternative to state-funded pension schemes for public servants. They have since developed into a plan for all citizens and permanent residents. Currently, only uniformed […]

TAP, SCP and Me – Things you may not know ...

26 Apr, 2017 in Retirement tagged pension / SCP / TAP by Fox