Property Investment Insights

Is Flipping Your Property In 3 To 4 Years A Good Move?

Do you remember a time in Singapore when you could buy a property and “flip” it in a couple of months (in some cases, just a few days) for a profit? SOLDON ADDRESS UNIT AREA(SQFT) SALE PRICE(S$ PSF) BOUGHTON PURCHASE…

• 27 Oct 2023
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Buying Singapore Property In A Downturn: Can You Still Lose Money?

We’re often warned to avoid “buying at the peak” as if it’s possible to identify when exactly that is (you never truly know except in hindsight, right?). But this tends to distract from a very important fact: timing the property…

• 26 Oct 2023
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The Hidden Risks Of Investing In Freehold Luxury Properties In Singapore

If you’re new to Singapore’s property market it may shock you to learn this, but freehold luxury properties may not be as good as investment as you may think. These properties are considered the cream of the crop – but…

• 13 Oct 2023
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How Much Would You Have Made If You Invested $1 Million In Singapore Property?

Yes, it is a very common question that’s been used for clickbait, but this isn’t another advertisement. Rather, it’s a closer look at this topic, which rears its head once every few years (or when we’ve had a slow news…

• 5 Oct 2023
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Where To Invest $1 Million (Or Less) In Real Estate In Singapore? We Reveal The Past Decade’s Most Profitable Properties

For many in Singapore, the $1 million mark is often considered the benchmark when thinking of investing in a second property. However, many examples highlighted in discussions tend to focus on the top-performing properties or those that are atypical, such…

• 3 Oct 2023
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Can Shoebox Units See Strong Capital Appreciation? Here’s Where The Most Profitable Ones Are

Shoebox units, typically around 500 sq. ft. or below, have always been popular due to their accessible price point, representing the lowest barrier to entry for those eyeing condo ownership. Save for ultra-luxurious condos, these small units are usually the…

• 3 Oct 2023
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How Much Does A “Bad” Facing Really Affect Your Property Value?

When it comes to property investments, certain preconceived notions often dictate our decisions, even before we delve deep into the details. One such popular belief revolves around properties facing undesirable landmarks, like the power station, or the internal substation, and…

• 19 Sep 2023
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Freehold Vs Leasehold Landed Property: Is Leasehold Really All Bad?

In previous articles, we’ve found that freehold status may not help as much as we think with condos. But when it comes to landed properties, it’s a whole different ball game. Looking at the performance of leasehold versus freehold landed,…

• 14 Sep 2023
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Debunking Leasehold Decay: Are Old Condos Actually Underrated Or Are Freehold Condos Still The Best?

In our last deep dive, Ryan talked about how most condos in Singapore hardly last more than a couple of decades before they go en bloc. The magic number? 19 to 24 years. So naturally, that leads us to the…

• 30 Aug 2023
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31 Most Profitable Condos Over The Last 10 Years (Some Are Surprisingly Old)

There’s been a slew of interesting launches over the past decade. We’ve gone from an era when the shoebox craze was just dying down, to en-bloc fever, to the recent trend for larger condo units. This week, we’ve picked through…

• 23 Aug 2023
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“Freehold Condos Had More Losses Than Leasehold” 7 Surprising Lessons From Unprofitable Condos Transactions Since 2011

Stories about sky-high profits are common in the property market – but fewer people talk about losing transactions. The fact is, some people do lose money when selling their homes, or make so little that they’d have been better off…

• 22 Aug 2023
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Analysing Unprofitable Freehold Condos: 4 Reasons Why Starlight Suites Has Performed Poorly

In July 2023, Starlight Suites set a record-low price since the condo was launched for sale in 2010 – $1,359 psf for a 1,163 sq. ft. unit. It’s not something you’d expect for a freehold luxury development in walking distance…

• 17 Aug 2023
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45 New Profitable Condos Since 2017: 6 Key Things You Can Learn From The Numbers

As we reach the end of Q3 2023, more homes are finally being finished, and new cooling measures are starting to bite. This will no doubt have an effect on sales eventually, but for now, it seems as if those…

• 14 Aug 2023
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Living Near A Popular Primary School: The Data On HDB Prices Within 1KM May Surprise You

When it comes to property, the proximity to popular schools is often touted as a significant factor that can influence prices. Most people believe that there’s a premium attached to properties located within the catchment area of esteemed schools, attributing…

• 1 Aug 2023
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Top Vs Ground Floor Condo Units: A Look At 6,402 Transactions To See Which Is More Profitable

As condo living becomes increasingly ubiquitous (particularly with the emergence of PPVC buildings leading to standardised layouts) discerning buyers might be on the hunt for unique living experiences. Typically, this can be found on the extreme ends of a condominium…

• 13 Jul 2023
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Why Do People Still Opt For Pricier New Condos Over Resale in 2023: 4 Case Studies That Show PSF Isn’t Everything

In 2018, there was a research report by DBS that forecasted new private homes to cost between $2,300 to $2,900 psf on average by 2030. This sounded incredibly bullish back then, especially when the average new private home cost about…

• 10 Jul 2023
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40 New Condos With Profitable Sub Sales: A Look Into Their Performance And What You Need To Know

Every now and then, we publish updates on condo sub sales, and the profits that sometimes result. In recent years we’ve seen some windfalls, on the back of a (possibly overheated) property market. Here’s an update on the sub sale…

• 14 Jun 2023
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10 Surprising Most Profitable Condos So Far In 2022/23

Whether you’re thinking of selling your home or checking out investment prospects, here’s a history you can use: we’ve picked out the top 10 most profitable developments based on the past year’s transactions. And while you know the cliché saying…

• 6 Jun 2023
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