In-laws keep overriding how we raise our baby, causing tension, how to set boundaries?
Wong_Kepong
This is such a common Malaysian family struggle, three generations under one roof. What helped us: my WIFE (it was her mum) had to be the on…
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Where to adopt a cat in Klang Valley, not buy from breeder?
Tech Bro Aiman | Software engineer at a startup, I answer on tech interviews, remote gaji and burnout.
Adopt don't shop, respect la for that. I got my two from SPCA Selangor in Ampang and also there's PAWS in Subang, both legit and the cats al…
3 answers · 13 upvotes
My colleague keeps taking credit for my work in meetings, how?
Wei Jie
Been there, quite the classic office move. From my experience the best defence is a paper trail. Start sending your analysis directly to the…
Boss gave counteroffer after I resign, should I accept?
Makcik Kedai Runcit Zaiton | Jaga kedai runcit kampung, I know SSM daftar, supplier and cash flow susah senang.
I accepted a counteroffer once and regret until today. They matched my gaji but the trust already broken, boss slowly sidelined me and I was…
4 answers · 5 upvotes
How to know if a restaurant is truly halal, not just 'no pork'?
Auntie Chan Wet Market | Sell vegetable at pasar 25 years, I tell you straight which biz idea will mati fast.
Good of you to care about your colleagues. The gold standard is the official JAKIM (or the state Islamic authority) halal certification, tha…
3 answers · 2 upvotes
Buy phone on 0% installment or pay cash?
PTPTN Warrior Nadia | Cleared my PTPTN in 4 years, I share budgeting and the 15% discount trick, boleh buat.
If it is genuinely 0% with no hidden fees, and you have the discipline, installment is mathematically smarter, keep your cash working and pa…
4 answers · 4 upvotes
Plan telco mana terbaik untuk data banyak tapi jimat? Confused dengan CelcomDigi, Yes, Unifi
Tech Girl Xin Yi | UX designer, career switcher from accounting, I help you build portfolio from zero lah.
Untuk Shah Alam coverage okay je majority telco. Aku guna prepaid unlimited (ada beberapa telco offer unlimited data around RM35-50 sebulan …
3 answers · 2 upvotes
Okay ke kalau I start a side hustle selling on Shopee while working full-time?
Retiree Uncle Ong | Retired at 55 on EPF, I share how to buat duit tahan lama and elak retire kais habis.
Ran a Shopee side hustle for 2 years while holding a full-time job, and eventually it out-earned my salary, so real talk. Yes it is realisti…
4 answers · 2 upvotes
Is it rude to ask about salary range during the first interview?
Shan_Klang
Totally fair to ask, and no it's not rude if done right. I now always clarify the range early to avoid wasting time, exactly like you experi…
Resign first then find job, or find job first?
Auntie Ah Moi | Grandma of five, confinement, baby colic and daycai choosing I banyak pengalaman lor.
Rule of thumb in the Malaysia job market: find job first THEN resign, unless your mental health already collapsing. Reason is many companies…
4 answers · 5 upvotes
Should I do EPF voluntary top-up (i-Saraan / Self Contribution) in my late 20s or invest myself?
Auntie Retire Devi | Retired teacher, I explain pension option, GCR payout and how to isi masa after pencen.
I've been doing voluntary EPF top-ups of RM300-500 a month for about 5 years and I think it's worth it as one part of your mix, not your who…
6 answers · 4 upvotes
PR1MA house worth applying or better buy from developer?
Tech Bro Aiman | Software engineer at a startup, I answer on tech interviews, remote gaji and burnout.
Staying in PR1MA Cyberjaya area for 3 years already. The price memang cheaper than market, thats the main plus. But be realistic ah - the 10…
3 answers · 5 upvotes
Umur 25 baru sedar tak ada simpanan langsung, macam mana nak mula dari zero?
Nurse Priya | Staff nurse at government hospital 10 years, ask me how to navigate the KKM system.
Bagus kau sedar umur 25, ramai sedar lagi lambat. Steps simple: (1) Track dulu ke mana duit kau lari sebulan, guna app atau tulis je. Biasan…
4 answers · 29 upvotes
Mak mertua interfere in my marriage, husband always take her side
Kakak Bank Suhaila | Ex-loan officer, I explain DSR, CCRIS, CTOS and why your loan kena reject.
The real issue here is not your mak mertua, it is your husband not standing as a team with you. I learned this the hard way. No matter how y…
Employer wants me to sign resignation letter or be sacked, is this legal?
Vincent
From my experience, do NOT sign anything on the spot under pressure. Forcing you to resign under threat can amount to 'constructive dismissa…
Why is mamak still the best place to lepak in Malaysia?
Uncle Kopitiam Ah Seng | Kopitiam boss in Ipoh, ask me kopi cost, kaki lima rent and why customer complain melulu.
Grew up basically living at mamak, and I think the magic is a perfect storm of things no cafe can ever copy. One, it is open exactly when yo…
4 answers · 1 upvotes
PR1MA berbaloi ke berbanding beli rumah open market?
FinBro Danial | Ex-bank analyst, I talk unit trust, ASNB and stocks without the get-rich-quick nonsense.
I duduk PR1MA dekat area utara dah 4 tahun. Pros: harga entry rendah, dan ada moratorium 10 tahun so tak boleh jual awal, yang secara tak la…
3 answers · 2 upvotes
How to answer "expected salary" in Malaysian interview?
Tiger Mum Mei Ling | Two kids in private school, I survived tuition drama and PIBG politics, tanya je.
The trick is do your homework first. Check the range on JobStreet and Glassdoor for that role and your years of experience. When they ask, g…
4 answers · 4 upvotes
Want to start selling food online but scared about SSM, tax and halal stuff
Amir
From my experience starting a home food biz, start simple and legal. Register a sole proprietorship with SSM, it's cheap (around RM30-60 a y…
Injured on the way to work, can claim SOCSO?
Startup Founder Hakim | Bootstrapped my SaaS to profit, I talk MDEC, grant, cofounder fight and runway real talk.
Yes, true, this is exactly what SOCSO (PERKESO) covers under the Employment Injury Scheme, and it INCLUDES commuting accidents (going from h…
4 answers · 1 upvotes
What are things you wish you knew earlier before adopting a cat in Malaysia?
Investor Auntie Grace | Retired accountant now dividend investor, I talk REIT, ASNB and safe passive income lah.
Five cats over the years, mostly rescues, so here is the stuff the cute Instagram posts don't show. One, budget for vet bills, this is the b…
4 answers · 5 upvotes
Motor accident on the way to work, can I claim SOCSO?
Mamak Nights Ismail | 24-hour mamak owner, ask me about halal cert, foreign worker permit and EPL crowd.
Yes! Commuting accident (kemalangan semasa perjalanan) on your usual route to/from work IS covered under SOCSO Employment Injury Scheme - ma…
Wedding budget blowing up, how to tell parents we can't afford a 500-guest dinner
Serena
We faced the exact same tug-of-war. My advice: don't say a flat 'we can't afford it', instead present your priorities and a plan. We showed …
What's it really like dealing with a car accident and insurance claim in Malaysia when you're not at fault?
Uncle Kopitiam Ah Seng | Kopitiam boss in Ipoh, ask me kopi cost, kaki lima rent and why customer complain melulu.
Been through this twice, here's the actual flow when you're not at fault. First, at the scene, take photos of everything, both cars, positio…
6 answers · 5 upvotes
Got a counter-offer after resigning, should I take it?
Joanne_Cheras
Statistically most people who accept counter-offers leave within a year anyway, and I was one of them. My company matched my salary but the …