Laarni Paredes is an associate editor at Finder. She previously worked as a content specialist for a number of US-based digital marketing agencies and has a Bachelor of Development Communication (with Latin Honors), major in Development Journalism and Science Communication from the University of the Philippines Los Baños. Laarni is passionate about swimming, biking and running and has more tan lines than she cares to count.
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How to help the people of Ukraine from the Philippines
If you’d like to help, here’s a verified list of organizations accepting donations, plus other ways you can provide support.

Starlink: Philippines pricing, launch date, features and competitors
Elon Musk’s Starlink promises to bring high-speed, satellite-based Internet across the Philippines. We break down how it works, the costs, availability and competition it might be up against.

Can I send money to someone in Cuba?
Learn what you should know if you want to send money to a loved one in Cuba.

How to send money to someone without a bank account
Transfer agents, mobile wallets and online credit card payments don't necessarily require a bank account.

LBC international money transfer review
LBC, through its money transfer services like Pera Padala, allows you to send money from 3,000+ locations nationwide quickly with affordable fees.

OFX review
We dive deep into OFX, looking at everything from supported currencies to customer service.

Transfast online money transfers
Send money from the US or Canada quickly using Transfast. Receive money in the Philippines via Transfast through bank deposits or pick up locations nationwide.

Guide to bank fees for wire transfers
We cover the different wire transfers fees you could pay with top Philippine banks when sending money internationally.

Xoom international money transfer review
Xoom is a global international money transfer company that allows you to send money to 38 countries around the world, with fast processing times and a simple transaction process.

HSBC wire transfers review
Transfer funds around the globe quickly and easily with HSBC international money transfers. Compare the two options for sending money overseas.
