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Bank

Product Name

Min. Income

Little Bean- Infant Carrier Gr.0+

Car safety seat and carrier able

RM211.90

Halford- Babio Baby Carrier

Car safety seat, carrier and rocker able

RM321.40

Halford- Cosmo DX Stroller Travel System

Car safety seat, carrier and stroller able

RM838.70


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Product Name

Min. Income

Little Bean- Infant Carrier Gr.0+

Car safety seat and carrier able

RM211.90

Halford- Babio Baby Carrier

Car safety seat, carrier and rocker able

RM321.40

Halford- Cosmo DX Stroller Travel System

Car safety seat, carrier and stroller able

RM838.70

Product Name

Min. Income

Halford- Booster Car Seat

Wide padded seats

RM134.84

Ferrari- Furia Dream Backless Booster

Extra wide padded seats and European ECE R44/04 standards compliant

RM167.92


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HOW TO TAKE THE BEST

CARE OF YOUR PET For many Malaysians, their pets are no doubt part of the family. This means taking good care of all the little critter’s needs. But with so many things to think about – just how is a pet owner to remember it all? We made a quick and easy graphic to detail some of the most important things you will face in your journey as a pet owner!

A Healthy Pet is a Happy Pet! Keeping your pet healthy is paramount. Vet visits and vaccinations once a year, vitamins and good food will go a long way in keeping your little guy fighting fit.

Keeping it Clean! Pets being pets; all kinds of hijinks may be ongoing and getting dirty is an almost way of life. Regular baths and grooming is super important but be sure not to overdo it. Pets don’t need daily baths!

A Place to Call Home. Although, bringing a pet home to your home is a huge gift to the critter; some pets need habitats and little homes of their own. Fishes need aquariums; hamsters and guinea pigs need cages and even cats need litter boxes.

Saying Goodbye Although, it may seem morbid and too soon to think about the day your pet passes on; many pet owners find themselves in a bind when their pet has passed away and they have no clue what to do! Familiarise yourself with the pet services in the area – including funeral and bereavement service providers for pets.

Be a Part of Pet World 2015! If you truly want the best for your furry friend – the best thing you can do is attend Pet World 2015 and get to know a host of like-minded pet lovers who can clue you in on what is what in pet care. Check out new brands, pet innovations, products and even get inspired to train your pet for shows. It’s the event for pet lovers – you never know just what you’ll discover.


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Nifty Tricks to Avoid Overspending Every month, you diligently draw up a budget to keep track of your spending. You may be aware of what goes in and what goes out but that doesn't stop you from finding yourself emptying your bank account before your next pay. Maybe your budget isn't the best or maybe, you're simply overspending. Hotel Booking Sites Sort by

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It's convenient to have an ATM card to easily make cash withdrawals especially at places where they only take cash payment. If you have a few bank cards available, try bringing the one from the bank with the fewest ATMs in town and keep the rest at home. The purpose of doing this is to stop you from spending. Combined with tip no 1; it will be seriously difficult for you to overspend during shopping trips if you practice this. Having to launch an ATM 'treasure Hotel Booking Sites AsiaRooms price perwant night hunt' will give you more time to consider and when you really an item, you will come back for it the next time you have enough cash. Grand Continental Hotel, Langkawi RM215

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Has hanging out at the mall become your favorite pastime? If it is, Le Meridien, Kota Kinabalu RM603.20 perhaps it's time to find a new one. There is no harm going to the mall; to enjoy free air-conditioning and get a bite to eat with your mates. The problem is when you can't keep your wallet shut. If resistance is futile, try avoiding the shops altogether. An alcoholic giving up drink will not be sitting at a bar and looking at others chug away so don't torture yourself that way either. There are plenty of fun things you can do with your free time. Why not adopt a healthier past time such as reading a book, jogging at the park or cooking? There are plenty of things you can do; just as long as you are not shopping.

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Beware of Sale Fever

We all can relate to the excitement of seeing the promotion signage on the window display of our favourite stores. Spending during promotional periods is the best time to buy more at lower prices. However, paying a cheap price for an item you didn't need in the first place is not saving money. The sale fever can get to you. What's worse is when all your friends and relatives have succumbed to it too. Break the cycle by opting out. Avoid Expedia price per night per night Hotel own site following them to the mallAgoda and try price your hand at other pastimes. You'll never know what you might find enjoyable that costs a lot less money.

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Credit Cards + Personal Loans + Home Loans + Car Loans + Insurance + Internet. This was brought to you by Denise Chan from RinggitPlus.com. RinggitPlus compares credit cards, personal loans and home loans to help Malaysians get more for their money. Disclaimer: This article is for information only. Nothing in this article is an endorsement, recommendation or suggestion of any banking, monetary or financial institution, product, service or security, in any form whatsoever. It is not, and shall not be construed as, an offer (that is capable of being accepted) of any credit card, or a solicitation or invitation to purchase or otherwise deal with any credit card issuer. The reader must obtain independent and appropriate financial, legal and other advice before dealing with any credit card issuer. This article does not constitute financial, legal or other advice. The views expressed are the writer's own, and do not reflect or incorporate the views of any entity within the Saving Plus Sdn Bhd entities. Nothing in this article binds or incorporates the views of any Entity, or creates legal relationships between the reader and any Entity.


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Top Product Tables

Bank

Product Name

Min. Income

Interest Rate

Effective Rate

Monthly Repayment

Interest Paid Over 1 year

Type

Bank Rakyat

Bank Rakyat Pembiayaan Peribadi-i Rakan Pintar

RM1,000

3.27% p.a.

5.98% p.a.

RM861

RM332

Unsecured Islamic Loan

Bank Islam

Bank Islam Flat Rate Personal Financing-i Package

RM2,000

4.99% p.a.

9.09% p.a.

RM875

RM500

Unsecured Islamic Loan

Public Islamic Bank

Public Bank BAE Personal Financing-i

RM2,000

4.99% p.a.

9.09% p.a.

RM875

RM500

Unsecured Islamic Loan

Agrobank

Agrobank Hartani-i

RM1,500

6.10% p.a.

11.08% p.a.

RM884

RM608

Secured Islamic Loan

Alliance Bank

Alliance Bank CashFirst Personal Loan

RM3,000

6.88%p.a.

12.47%p.a.

RM891

RM692

Unsecured Loan

Bank

Product Name

Min. Income

Interest Rate

Effective Rate

Monthly Repayment

Interest Paid Over 3 years

Type

Bank Rakyat

Bank Rakyat Pembiayaan Peribadi-i Rakan Pintar

RM1,000

3.27% p.a.

6.18% p.a.

RM305

RM980

Unsecured Islamic Loan

Ambank Islamic

AmBank Personal Financing-i

RM1,500

4.30% p.a.

8.05%p.a.

RM314

RM1,304

Unsecured Islamic Loan

Public Islamic Bank

Public Bank BAE Personal Financing-i

RM2,000

4.99% p.a.

9.29% p.a.

RM319

RM1,484

Unsecured Islamic Loan

Bank Islam

Bank Islam Flat Rate Personal Financing-i Package

RM2,000

4.99% p.a.

9.29% p.a.

RM319

RM1,484

Unsecured Islamic Loan

Agrobank

Agrobank Hartani-i

RM1,500

6.10% p.a.

11.26% p.a.

RM329

RM1,844

Secured Islamic Loan

Min. Income

Interest Rate

Effective Rate

Monthly Repayment

Interest Paid Over 5 years

Bank

Product Name

Type

Bank Rakyat

Bank Rakyat Pembiayaan Peribadi-i Rakan Pintar

RM1,000

3.70% p.a.

6.89%p.a.

RM198

RM1,860

Unsecured Islamic Loan

MBSB

MBSB Pembiayaan Peribadi-i Ekspres

RM1,500

3.99% p.a.

7.40%p.a.

RM200

RM1,995

Unsecured Islamic Loan

Ambank Islamic

AmBank Personal Financing-i

RM1,500

4.30% p.a.

7.94%p.a.

RM203

RM2,150

Unsecured Islamic Loan

Public Islamic Bank

Public Bank BAE Personal Financing-i

RM2,000

4.99% p.a.

9.14%p.a.

RM208

RM2,460

Unsecured Islamic Loan

Bank Islam

Bank Islam Flat Rate Personal Financing-i Package

RM2,000

4.99% p.a.

9.14%p.a.

RM208

RM2,460

Unsecured Islamic Loan

Bank

Product Name

Min. Income

Interest Rate

Effective Rate

Monthly Repayment

Interest Paid Over 1 year

Type

Agrobank

Agrobank Hartani-i

RM2,000

6.10%p.a.

11.08%p.a.

RM884

RM608

Secured Islamic Loan

Bank Rakyat

Bank Rakyat Personal Financing-i Private

RM2,000

6.16%p.a.

11.18%p.a.

RM885

RM620

Unsecured Islamic Loan

Alliance Islamic Bank

Alliance Bank CashVantage Personal Financing-i

RM3,000

6.88%p.a.

12.47%p.a.

RM891

RM692

Unsecured Islamic Loan

Mach by Hong Leong Bank

Hong Leong Mach IOU Personal Loan

RM2,000

7.00%p.a.

12.68%p.a.

RM892

RM704

Unsecured Loan

Bank Islam

Bank Islam Personal Cash Line-i

RM1,500

7.85%p.a.

14.19%p.a.

RM899

RM785

Secured Islamic Loan

Min. Income

Interest Rate

Effective Rate

Monthly Repayment

Interest Paid Over 3 years

Bank

Product Name

Type

Agrobank

Agrobank Hartani-i

RM2,000

6.10%p.a.

11.26%p.a.

RM329

RM1,844

Secured Islamic Loan

Bank Rakyat

Bank Rakyat Personal Financing-i Private

RM2,000

6.16%p.a.

11.36%p.a.

RM329

RM1,844

Unsecured Islamic Loan

BSN

BSN Sandaran Sijil Simpanan Tetap

RM1,000

6.45%p.a.

11.70%p.a.

RM332

RM1,952

Secured Islamic Loan

Alliance Bank

Alliance Bank CashFirst Personal Loan

RM3,000

6.88%p.a.

12.62%p.a.

RM335

RM2,060

Unsecured Loan

Hong Leong Bank

Hong Leong Personal Loan

RM2,000

7.10%p.a.

13.00%p.a.

RM337

RM2,130

Unsecured Loan

Min. Income

Interest Rate

Effective Rate

Monthly Repayment

Interest Paid Over 5 years

Bank

Product Name

Type

Agrobank

Agrobank Hartani-i

RM2,000

6.10%p.a.

11.02%p.a.

RM217

RM3,020

Secured Islamic Loan

BSN

BSN Sandaran Sijil Simpanan Tetap

RM1,000

6.45%p.a.

11.60%p.a.

RM220

RM3,225

Secured Islamic Loan

Alliance Bank

Alliance Bank CashFirst Personal Loan

RM3,000

6.88%p.a.

12.31%p.a.

RM224

RM3,440

Unsecured Loan

Bank Rakyat

Bank Rakyat Personal Financing-i Private

RM2,000

6.89%p.a.

12.32%p.a.

RM224

RM3,440

Unsecured Islamic Loan

Hong Leong Bank

Hong Leong Personal Loan

RM2,000

7.10%p.a.

12.67%p.a.

RM226

RM3,550

Unsecured Loan


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Bank Name

Product Name

FD Type

Minimum Deposit

Advertised Interest Rates

Effective Interest Rates

Interest on RM50,000

Depositor’s Insurance?

Maybank

Maybank Fixed Deposit

Standard

RM25,000

3.50%

3.50%

RM146

PIDM

Affin Islamic Bank

Affin Islamic Term Deposit Plus-i

Standard

RM10,000

3.49%

3.49%

RM145

PIDM

MBSB

MBSB Fixed Deposit for 49'ners Club

Standard

RM1,000

3.40%

3.40%

RM142

MBSB

Bank Rakyat

Bank Rakyat Term Deposit Account-i

Standard

RM5,000

3.40%

3.40%

RM142

DFIA

Bank Islam

Bank Islam Term Deposit-i

Standard

RM1,000

3.30%

3.30%

RM138

PIDM

Bank Name

Product Name

FD Type

Minimum Deposit

Advertised Interest Rates

Effective Interest Rates

Interest on RM50,000

Depositor’s Insurance?

OCBC

OCBC Start Saving Deal

CASA

RM40,000

4.80%

3.92%

RM483

PIDM

CIMB

CIMB Unfixed Deposit

Standard

RM50,000

3.90%

3.90%

RM481

PIDM

Hong Leong Bank

Hong Leong Fixed Deposit

Standard

RM10,000

3.80%

3.80%

RM475

PIDM

Affin Bank

Affin FD Plus

Standard

RM5,000

3.80%

3.80%

RM475

PIDM

Bank Rakyat

Bank Rakyat Term Deposit Account-i

Standard

RM500

3.70%

3.70%

RM463

DFIA

Bank Name

Product Name

FD Type

Minimum Deposit

Advertised Interest Rates

Effective Interest Rates

Interest on RM50,000

Depositor’s Insurance?

Public Bank

Public Bank Plus Fixed Deposit Account

Standard

RM20,000

4.08%

4.08%

RM1,020

PIDM

OCBC Bank

OCBC MYR Fixed Deposit

Standard

RM5,000

4.00%

4.00%

RM1,000

PIDM

Kuwait Finance House

KFH International Commodity Murabahah Deposit-i

Standard

RM10,000

4.00%

4.00%

RM1,000

PIDM

Bank Rakyat

Bank Rakyat Term Deposit Account-i

Standard

RM500

3.90%

3.90%

RM975

DFIA

Mach by Hong Leong Bank

Mach Fixed Deposit

Standard

RM1,000

3.85%

3.85%

RM963

PIDM

Bank Name

Product Name

FD Type

Minimum Deposit

Advertised Interest Rates

Effective Interest Rates

Interest on RM50,000

Depositor’s Insurance?

Mach by Hong Leong Bank

Mach Fixed Deposit

Standard

RM1,000

4.00%

4.00%

RM1,500

PIDM

Bank Rakyat

Bank Rakyat Term Deposit Account-i

Standard

RM500

3.95%

3.95%

RM1,481

DFIA

Affin Bank

Affin Bank FD Plus

Standard

RM10,000

3.84%

3.84%

RM1,440

PIDM

MBSB

MBSB Fixed Deposit for 49'ners Club

Standard

RM1,000

3.65%

3.65%

RM1,369

MBSB

Bank Islam

Bank Islam Term Deposit-i

Standard

RM500

3.50%

3.50%

RM1,313

PIDM

Bank Name

Product Name

FD Type

Minimum Deposit

Advertised Interest Rates

Effective Interest Rates

Interest on RM50,000

Depositor’s Insurance?

Public Islamic Bank

Public Bank Islamic Term Deposit-i

Step Up

RM10,000

4.38%

4.21%

RM2,105

PIDM

OCBC Bank

OCBC MYR Fixed Deposit

Standard

RM1,000

4.20%

4.20%

RM2,100

PIDM

Bank Rakyat

Bank Rakyat Term Deposit Account-i

Standard

RM500

4.10%

4.10%

RM2,050

DFIA

Kuwait Finance House

KFH International Commodity Murabahah Deposit-i

Standard

RM10,000

4.10%

4.10%

RM2,050

PIDM

Hong Leong Bank

Hong Leong Fixed Deposit

Standard

RM10,000

4.10%

4.10%

RM2,050

PIDM


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