Chills with TFC21 Mai 2025

Should I still get Integrated Shield Plans today? Many are dropping. [Chills 217 ft Singapore Actuarial Society, Havend]

Did you know your lifetime healthcare insurance could cost nearly a million dollars?

Join special guests as they pull back the curtain on the jaw-dropping mechanics of Integrated Shield Plans:

Alex Lee, Chief Actuary
David Wu, Minimalist in the City & Financial Coach
Eddy Cheong, CEO of Havend

In this episode, uncover:

Why premiums keep skyrocketing — and the hidden "buffet syndrome" driving your costs up.
The real impact of medical inflation and how it’s quietly draining your savings.
Expert strategies to decide: Do you REALLY need that premium plan?
A candid debate on public vs. private healthcare — is faster treatment worth the price tag?

Eddie brings insider insights on conflict-free insurance advice, while Alex breaks down the actuarial secrets behind pricing and reserves.

"It’s not just insurance — it’s a climate change-level problem we’re creating for each other."

Don’t miss this eye-opening deep dive into one of Singapore’s most pressing financial dilemmas. Whether you’re 25 or 65, this episode could save you hundreds of thousands in the long run.

Tune in now — before your next premium renewal hits!

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