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About DinarWise

Making Islamic Personal Finance clear, credible and actionable for everyday Singaporeans.

Our Mission

DinarWise was born out of a simple frustration: there was no trustworthy, localized resource for Muslims who wanted to manage their money according to Islamic principles.

We cover Islamic Banking products, Shariah-Compliant investments, halal spending habits and broader personal finance - all through the lens of the life in Singapore, with CPF, HDB and our unique regulatory environment in mind.

Meet the Author

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Amira Hakim
Student, Investor, Foodie

Amira holds a Bachelor's in Finance from NUS and a Diploma in Islamic Studies from Cordova, Singapore. He has years of (internship) experience in Singapore's financial sector and has been featured in Berita Harian. He writes to demystify Islamic finance - no watered-down opinions, just honest, research-backed guidance.

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Our Principles

No paid rankings. We never accept money to rank or recommend products. All reviews are independent.

Shariah-first lens. Every product we cover is assessed against core Islamic finance principles. We're not scholars, but we reference authoritative Shariah advisory opinions.

Singapore-specific. We write for Singapore's regulatory, tax and CPF environment - not generic Islamic finance content from elsewhere.

Disclaimer

DinarWise is a personal finance blog for informational purposes only. Nothing on this site constitutes financial, legal or religious (fatwa) advice. Always consult a licensed financial adviser and a qualified Shariah scholar before making financial decisions.

Privacy Policy

Your privacy matters to us. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and how we protect it.

Last updated: 1 March 2026

1. Who We Are

DinarWise ("we", "us", "our") is a personal finance blog operated by Amira Hakim, based in Singapore. You can contact us at amira@dinarwise.sg.

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We collect information you provide directly, such as:

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Please read this disclaimer carefully before relying on any content published on DinarWise.

Last updated: 1 March 2026

1. General Information Only

All content on DinarWise - including articles, guides, comparisons, tables and opinion pieces - is provided for general informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute financial advice, investment advice, legal advice, or a religious ruling (fatwa).

2. Not a Financial Adviser

Amira Hakim and DinarWise are not licensed financial advisers under the Financial Advisers Act (Singapore). Content on this blog does not constitute regulated financial advice as defined by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). Please consult a licensed financial adviser before making any financial decision.

3. Not a Shariah Authority

DinarWise is not a Shariah advisory body and Amira Hakim is not a qualified Islamic scholar or mufti. References to Shariah compliance are made in good faith based on publicly available SSB opinions and MUIS guidelines. For definitive rulings, consult a qualified Islamic scholar or MUIS.

4. Accuracy of Information

We make reasonable efforts to ensure information is accurate and up to date. However, financial products, profit rates and regulatory rules change frequently. Always verify details directly with the relevant financial institution before making a decision.

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We link to third-party websites for reference. We do not endorse or accept responsibility for the content of those sites. Visiting external links is at your own risk.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by Singapore law, DinarWise and its author shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental or consequential loss arising from reliance on content published on this website, including financial loss resulting from investment decisions.

8. Changes

This disclaimer may be updated periodically. Continued use of DinarWise constitutes acceptance of the current version.

9. Contact

Questions about this disclaimer? Email us at amira@dinarwise.sg.