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Open conversations and questions where Peak Lanka members can share perspectives, exchange ideas, offer practical experience, and respond thoughtfully to issues that matter.
You have Rs. 1 million that you probably won't need immediately. Where should you keep it? A fixed deposit? A bank money market account? Treasury Bills? Or a unit trust?…
How much money do you actually need for a wedding in Sri Lanka in 2026? Rs. 1 million? Rs. 3 million? Or closer to Rs. 5 million? The answer changes…
You already own the land and have Rs. 10 million saved. Can you build a proper family house in Sri Lanka in 2026? What if you have Rs. 15 million?…
If you earn USD from Upwork, Fiverr, PayPal, Payoneer or overseas clients, is that income tax-free in Sri Lanka? Not anymore. This is one of the most important tax changes…
Sri Lanka's Metro Bus service is now operating across several major routes in Colombo and the Western Province — but how exactly do you use it? Where does the Metro…
Is Rs. 200,000 a good salary in Sri Lanka? What about Rs. 300,000? Does a family need Rs. 500,000—or closer to Rs. 1 million—to actually live comfortably? Ask ten Sri…
Imagine you're earning Rs. 300,000 per month, you have a housing loan, and you're planning to have your first child. How much additional money will you need every month? Rs.…
Ask this question in a Sri Lankan Facebook group, and you'll probably start a smartphone war. Some people insist that iPhones are worth their premium prices. Others believe Samsung offers…
Imagine you're earning Rs. 250,000 per month and supporting a family of four. You visit the supermarket once a week, buy vegetables from your local market and occasionally order something…
Planning to visit the Colombo International Book Fair 2026 before it ends? The fair is already underway at the BMICH in Colombo and continues until Sunday, 4 October 2026. Whether…
Imagine you have Rs. 1 million sitting in a regular savings account earning 2.5% annual interest. That's approximately Rs. 25,000 in gross interest per year. But what if you could…
Imagine you're currently earning Rs. 300,000 per month at a company in Colombo. Your job requires you to visit the office five days a week, and you spend almost two…
Imagine you've completed three interviews and finally received a job offer from a company you're genuinely interested in joining. The company offers you Rs. 250,000 per month. However, you were…
Imagine you've saved Rs. 6 million and are considering buying a house worth Rs. 20 million. You could take a housing loan and finally own a place for your family.…
Imagine losing your job tomorrow. You still have to pay your housing loan, buy groceries, settle electricity bills and cover your children's school expenses. How long could you manage without…
Buying a car in Sri Lanka is a major financial decision. With many popular new and nearly new small cars advertised around Rs. 8–10 million, even someone earning Rs. 300,000–400,000…
A job offer of Rs. 200,000 per month does not necessarily mean Rs. 200,000 will reach your bank account. After EPF and income tax, your actual take-home salary could be…
Is Rs. 30 million enough to retire in Sri Lanka? What about Rs. 50 million or Rs. 100 million? There is no single answer. The amount you need mainly depends…
Spending Rs. 50,000, Rs. 80,000 or even Rs. 100,000 on a watch might sound unnecessary when your phone already tells the time. And financially, that is true. A watch at…
If you earn money from Upwork, Fiverr, YouTube, overseas clients or another international platform, choosing a bank in Sri Lanka is about much more than finding the best savings-account interest…
