How to switch from one MDW to another smoothly
Changing domestic workers is more common than you think. Here's how to do it without loose ends.
5 July 2026
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Guides and tips for employers and domestic workers in Singapore.
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Sending money home: what every MDW in Singapore should know about remittances
Fees, exchange rates, and transfer speeds vary widely. Here is how to make your money go further.
1 July 2026
First-aid essentials every migrant domestic worker should know
Knowing what to do in the first few minutes of a medical emergency can make a real difference at home.
24 June 2026
Work permit cancellation: what employers must do and what workers need to know
When a work permit is cancelled, both sides have rights and responsibilities. Here is what the process actually looks like.
17 June 2026
Where MDWs find community in Singapore on a Sunday
Sunday is the one day that belongs to you. Here is where workers actually go to connect.
14 June 2026
Hiring for elderly care vs childcare: why the criteria are not the same
The skills that make a great caregiver for a toddler are not the same ones that matter most for an elderly parent.
7 June 2026
The skills that quietly move a domestic worker up the pay band
Experience matters, but specific skills are what actually shift your salary in Singapore's MDW market.
5 June 2026
Can you take your MDW on holiday with you
Yes — but there are rules, costs, and conversations you need to get right first.
1 June 2026
How MOM's dispute resolution process actually works for MDWs and employers
A dispute doesn't have to mean the end of a working relationship — but knowing the process helps.
28 May 2026
What to say when an employer asks 'why are you on transfer'
It's one of the most loaded interview questions. Here's how to answer it honestly and confidently.
22 May 2026
What to say when an employer asks 'why are you on transfer'
This question trips up many experienced workers. Here's how to answer it honestly and confidently.
14 May 2026
Why transfer MDWs deserve a fair shot — and how employers can give them one
Transfer workers bring real experience. Here is what employers should know before ruling them out.
10 May 2026
What to say when an employer asks 'why are you on transfer'
It's one of the most common interview questions — and one of the most mishandled. Here's how to answer it well.
6 May 2026
What to say when an employer asks 'why are you on transfer'
It's one of the most common interview questions — and one of the hardest to answer well. Here's how to handle it.
30 April 2026
Why the transfer market is becoming the smarter way to hire in Singapore
More employers and workers are choosing direct transfers. Here is what is driving that shift.
28 April 2026
Why the transfer market is where most MDWs find their next employer — and what that means for everyone
Most MDWs in Singapore are now hired through transfers. Here is what that shift means for workers and employers.
28 April 2026
What to say when an employer asks 'why are you on transfer'
This question can feel loaded. Here is how to answer it honestly — and confidently.
24 April 2026
Why the real cost of a domestic worker transfer is higher than you think
Transfers are common. But the hidden costs — for workers and employers — rarely get talked about honestly.
19 April 2026
Why the transfer market tells us more about the industry than hiring from overseas does
Transfer workers are often overlooked. Understanding why they're available reveals a lot about how the industry works.
19 April 2026
Why the two-week job placement window is harder than it looks
When a work permit is cancelled, the clock starts immediately. Here is what that means in practice.
13 April 2026
Why the two-week job search window after a transfer is too short for most workers
When an MDW's employment ends, she has 14 days to find a new employer. That window shapes everything.
13 April 2026
Rest days are not a bonus — they are the law, and the gap in practice is still too wide
One rest day a week is a legal right. Many MDWs in Singapore still do not get one. That has to change.
13 April 2026
Why the transfer market is growing — and what it means for workers and employers
More MDWs are changing employers than ever. Here is what is driving that shift and why it matters.
13 April 2026
Anisya is coming back — and we are bringing something new
After pausing operations in August 2024, Anisya is relaunching with a fresh approach to connecting domestic workers and employers in Singapore.
7 April 2026