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Educational articles on retirement planning, MPF, annuities, retirement healthcare and later-life legacy, written answer-first.

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A couple reviewing a long-term savings plan

Savings insurance

Savings insurance combines protection with saving and can provide retirement income. How it works, guaranteed vs non-guaranteed parts, pros and cautions.

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Filing taxes with health insurance paperwork at home

VHIS tax deduction

Premiums for certified VHIS plans are tax-deductible in Hong Kong. The annual deduction cap per insured person, who you can insure, and how to claim it.

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A retiree reviewing investment statements at home

US Treasuries

US Treasuries are US government bonds seen as relatively steady income tools. How they work, and the pros and risks of using them for retirement income.

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An elderly Hong Kong couple in a Greater Bay Area park

Retiring in the Greater Bay Area

More Hong Kong elders consider retiring in the Greater Bay Area. How the Guangdong/Fujian Schemes keep allowances paid, healthcare and planning points.

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A care worker with an elderly resident in a care home

Choosing a care home

Choosing a care home means weighing type, care level, cost and subsidies. Private vs subsidised homes in Hong Kong, monthly cost ranges and practical tips.

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An office worker reviewing MPF documents

MPF offsetting abolished

MPF offsetting was abolished on 1 May 2025. What it means for employees and employers, and how long service and severance payments are now calculated.

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An elderly couple reviewing important documents at home

The three planning documents

Hong Kong's 'three treasures' are a will, an enduring power of attorney and an advance medical directive. Their purpose, differences and requirements.

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An elderly person tapping Octopus on public transport

JoyYou Card $2 fare concession

The JoyYou Card gives Hong Kong residents aged 60+ the $2 fare concession. 2026 eligibility, how to apply, the '$2-or-20%' rule and Senior Citizen Card.

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A Hong Kong person at ease, feeling secure about retirement

Peace of mind in retirement

Saving harder can leave you more anxious. Real retirement security comes from sustainable cash flow and a complete plan, not a single lump-sum number.

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