Investing Made Simple (Self-Paced Version)

An online course for beginner investors (or those disillusioned with the wealth advisory industry) in Singapore who want to build wealth with ETFs confidently, independently, and without the financial jargon.

What's included in the course:

  • Around 4-5 hours' worth of on-demand video lessons, in bite-sized modules
  • Beginner-friendly explanations of how markets and passive investing work
  • Clear investing framework applicable to Singaporeans and non-US expats
  • Lifetime access to all recordings, slides, and materials
  • Bonus materials, including Top ETFs by Asset Class, Investing Conflicts in Asia, and ETF Portfolio Planning Template
  • Learn at your own pace to suit your schedule

"This course is a GAME-CHANGER!"

"Thank you Tim for breaking it down so simply and effectively. I've been actively avoiding investing for many years and this year I turned 50 and am giving myself a big kick in the ass for waiting this long to do something about it. Thank you once again. Is it weird to say I'm actually excited to start investing??"

- Petrina, IMSĀ Course Participant, 2026

"Excellent course for investing basics"

"I would recommend this short course to anyone who doesn't how to start investing or has been doing it for many years but needs clarity on how to do it right (in a simple, sensible way).
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Definitely worth the money cause the content is laid out for easy understanding and Tim is a good teacher/lecturer/coach.
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I do know a fair bit about ETFs but Tim has packaged everything you need to know about investing (and ETFs) and I found the course overall useful."

- Mohan, IMSĀ Course Participant, 2026

Course Content

  1. Welcome!

    2 lessons
    1. About Me
    2. About This Course

  2. ETF Basics

    1 lesson
    1. What's an ETF?

  3. Session 1: ETF Investing 101

    12 lessons

    1. Session 1: Videos

      1. Session 1 Overview
      2. Why We Invest
      3. What's an Index?
      4. Why ETF Investing?
      5. Why ETF Investing? (Continued)
      6. The Psychology Behind Investing
      7. How to Know When You're Ready
      8. Session 1 - Recap

    2. Session 1: Resources

      1. Session 1 - Slides
      2. My Money Mindset (Quiz)
      3. Are You Ready to Invest? (Quiz)
      4. Investor Profile Questionnaire by Charles Schwab

  4. Session 2: How to Start Investing

    10 lessons

    1. Session 2: Videos

      1. Session 2 - Overview
      2. What to Look Out For When Investing
      3. Fees
      4. Roboadvisors
      5. ETF Principles
      6. How to Choose a Brokerage
      7. Automate Your Investing
      8. Investing Best Tips
      9. Session 2 - Recap

    2. Session 2: Resources

      1. Session 2 - Slides

  5. Session 3: Build Your Portfolio

    7 lessons

    1. Session 3: Videos

      1. Session 3: Overview
      2. Build Your Portfolio
      3. Time Horizon
      4. Rebalancing
      5. How to Think About CPF & SRS
      6. What to Avoid On Your Investing Journey

    2. Session 3: Resources

      1. Session 3: Slides

  6. Session 4: Your Money Mindset

    9 lessons

    1. Session 4: Videos

      1. Session 4 Overview
      2. Your Personal Money Story
      3. The Psychology Behind Money
      4. Money Habits That Build Wealth
      5. Money in Our Relationships
      6. Finding Your Inner Money Peace
      7. Money Mindset Action Plan
      8. Thank You

    2. Session 4: Resources

      1. Session 4: Slides

  7. Bonus: Deep Dives

    4 lessons
    1. Investing Conflicts in Asia
    2. Shariah-Compliant + Halal Investing
    3. How to Invest with FSMOne: Step-by-Step Guide
    4. How to Invest with Interactive Brokers: Step-by-Step Guide

  8. Bonus: Additional Materials

    6 lessons
    1. Useful Sites
    2. Top ETFs by Asset Class
    3. Investor's Toolkit
    4. 3 ETFs Every Singaporean Can Buy & Hold Forever
    5. How I Would Invest $1k, $10k, or $100k
    6. Frequently Asked Questions

  9. Leave Your Feedback!

    1 lesson
    1. Feedback Survey