Holiday Gastos, Sudden Home Repairs, and the Comfort of Having Maya When You Need It

The holiday season is supposed to feel warm, joyful, and full of celebrations, but let’s be honest, it also comes with a lot of surprise gastos. Between Christmas shopping, noche buena preparations, family reunions, and year-end celebrations, expenses can pile up fast. And sometimes, life throws in extra challenges when you least expect it.

This year, right in the middle of all the holiday rush, I was reminded how unpredictable things can be, especially at home. Had to buy, fix, and repair a lot of things, like a broken fan & air conditioner, wallpaper, pest control, leaks, and the list goes on. The kind you can’t really postpone because, well, it’s your house and your family’s comfort is at stake.

Moments like these make you realize how important it is to have financial options you can rely on. And honestly, I’m just glad there’s something like Maya Easy Credit and Maya Personal Loan that I can turn to without stress, long lines, or complicated paperwork. Read on to know more!

Adulting 101: To Rent or Buy a Property?

I've been living independently for 12 years, and I have now reached a point in my life where I'm thinking about whether renting a place is more feasible than owning one. I live in a small 2-bedroom in the heart of the city for 8 years now, paying $250 monthly rent (plus utilities), and while I love my humble abode, I keep thinking if I should just apply for a housing loan and pay a monthly mortgage instead. My Mom offered to finance a 2-story townhouse 3 years ago (when we still had money after my dad's retirement) but I declined because of the location. Now I'm regretting my decision. Haha! Read more...

OOTD before going out of my apartment!