Rest of Asia This Overlooked Property Market Could Deliver 12–20% Growth — But There’s a Catch South Korea’s Jeonse system replaces monthly rent with a large lump-sum deposit that is returned in full at the end of the lease, often after two years. Melody Koh · 1 Feb 2026 · 10 min read 89
Malaysia What $940,000 Buys You in Penang Today — Inside a New Freehold Landed Estate We look at Jesselton Courtyard, a new freehold landed development in Penang, Malaysia, launched for sale in Singapore. Timothy Tay · 19 Jan 2026 · 2 min read 291
Malaysia Why ‘Cheap’ Johor Property Can Get Expensive Very Quickly For Singaporeans With renewed interest driven by cross-border infrastructure plans and policy developments, Johor property is back on Singapore buyers’ radar. Timothy Tay · 14 Jan 2026 · 11 min read 366
The Americas I’m A Singaporean Property Agent In New York — And Most Buyers Start In The Wrong Neighbourhood A Singaporean’s guide to NYC homebuying: discover which New York neighbourhoods feel like Orchard, Tiong Bahru, Marina Bay, and more, based on lifestyle and vibe. Chester Yow · 11 Jan 2026 · 9 min read 217
UK & Europe I Lived in One of the Safest Property Markets in the World. Here’s Why I Didn’t Buy. Germany’s property market attracts global investors with open ownership rules, steady 4% yields, and long-term stability. Melody Koh · 8 Nov 2025 · 11 min read 216
Japan Where Singaporeans Can Still Buy A City Apartment For $184,000 — And Earn 5% Rental Yield. But Should You? Japan’s property market is drawing Singaporean investors with affordable entry prices, high yields, and unique housing options like akiyas. Melody Koh · 11 Oct 2025 · 9 min read 632
Malaysia Why Renewed Interest In Johor Will Not Help All Investors In The Iskandar Region RTS Link and SEZ may boost Johor’s property demand, but not all Iskandar investors will gain. Here’s what Singapore buyers should know Ryan J. Ong · 7 Oct 2025 · 8 min read 508
UK & Europe Where Should Singaporeans Buy Property In France? A Full Guide For Young Investors Beyond Paris: Nantes, Annecy, Strasbourg & Besançon offer young Singaporeans affordable, liveable French property options with long-term value. Melody Koh · 13 Sep 2025 · 7 min read 218
The Americas I Left Singapore for New York and Ended Up Launching a $450M Manhattan Project. Here’s What I Learned About Buying Property Here Singaporean’s guide to buying NYC property: from budgeting and neighbourhoods to co-ops vs condos, agents, legal steps, and closing costs. Chester Yow · 7 Sep 2025 · 11 min read 322