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Commonly known as “ah longs” in Singapore or unlicensed moneylenders, a loan shark is a person or entity that lends fast and easy money at sky-high interest rates. These interest rates are typically far above any established legal rates.  They are infamous for their harassment tactics and threats of violence as a means of forcing […]

Not many Singaporeans know about credit counselling. Mention “credit counselling” to people, and you’re more likely to be met with blank stares. Explain that it’s about discussing debt management with a financial counsellor, and they might reel away in shock. The topic on debts is often so private that most people shy away from the […]

With the reputation that loan sharks in Singapore have, most of us wouldn’t want to deal with them in the first place.   But perhaps desperate times have called for desperate measures. You needed money during a time when no bank or financial institution was willing to offer you a loan. With limited options to finance […]

Loan scams are on the rise now. Please stay vigilant and beware of scammers who may approach you with attractive loan offers through calls, SMSes or any other media forms. Don’t be impulsive and fall into their traps. Learn to differentiate between a licensed and unlicensed money lender in Singapore. Crawfort Finance will only advertise […]

From January 2020 to May 2020, there have been 1,481 applications for bankruptcy in Singapore and 404 orders made — a significant number considering the short 5 months span.  Bankruptcy, in short, is when you owe more than you can afford to pay. There are also a number of technicalities involved. Filing for bankruptcy in […]

A few things that can help you reach your goals include having sufficient money and knowing how to budget wisely. And taking a personal loan in Singapore might just be something worth considering. Before diving into applying for a personal loan, let’s explore more about it, and whether or not it can cater to your […]