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Singapore vs. Tokyo Cost of Living

Singapore and Tokyo are quite similar in many ways – both are large, vibrant Asian cities that are very orderly and clean. Besides language and other small, particular cultural difference, the two provide comparable quality of living standards. World-class business operations, ample access to public transportation, and a local focus on high-quality food characterise both Tokyo and Singapore. Both cities tend to be ranked in the top 10 most expensive cities in the world for expatriates, according to the Mercer Cost of Living rankings. Generally speaking, Tokyo is more expensive than Singapore with some occasional exceptions. Taxation also makes an impact. For foreigners, Japanese income tax is determined by status of residence. Foreigners who have lived in Japan for less then one year (non-residents) are required to pay income tax only on income generated in Japan. Foreigners who have lived in Japan for more than one year are separated into resident groups, based on how long...

Monthly Cost of Living in Singapore

Singapore is known internationally for its affluence and political stability, which has in turn attracted many foreigners, as both expatriates and tourists, to her shore. However, Singapore is also known to be an expensive city to reside in, which is why you will realise that many Singaporean families, especially within the middle and low income group, will have dual income sources, as both husband and wife will be working to contribute to the monthly expenses. The monthly cost of living in Singapore is relative to the type of income one earns and the spending habit of the individual. However, this article will serve as an approximate of the monthly cost of living that you can expect based on the three income groups. High-Income Group Someone who is earning in the mid to higher five-figure range monthly can be considered a high-income earner. This would usually be individuals who are in senior white-collar jobs in the banking or engineering industries, or business owners. As thi...

8 Morning Habits We Should Say Goodbye to Once and for All

Old habits die hard, that’s why we do some things without even thinking about how harmful they are — especially in the morning when we don’t have time to spare. Do you drink a cup of coffee every morning or have cereal with milk for breakfast? These may not be the best ways to start your morning. Bright Side wants to talk about eight things many of us do every morning that are actually harmful to us. After reading this article, you’ll learn how to make your morning and the day that follows better than they ever were before. 1. Not starting the day with a shower © depositphotos © depositphotos Every day we face a series of questions (both work-related and others) we’re forced to answer throughout the day. According to a doctor from Harvard, a morning shower makes it easier for us to look for solutions because it helps the brain become active and less likely to become distracted by outside factors. A shower allows the brain to generate new and unusual ideas...

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