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UK & Europe
Can You Really Buy A House In Italy For €1? Here’s What Singaporeans Should Know
Italy’s €1 homes sound like a dream, but hidden costs, legal hurdles, and major renovations mean they’re not the bargain they seem.
Malaysia
Why The Johor-Singapore Economic Zone Isn’t Just “Iskandar 2.0”
We explore how the Johor-Singapore Economic Zone differs from past efforts like Iskandar — and whether this time, the outcome might be different.
Malaysia
Buying Property In Malaysia As A Singaporean: 6 Key Restrictions To Be Aware Of
Malaysia may be nearby, but buying property there comes with its own set of rules.
The Americas
I’m A Singaporean House-Hunting In Mexico City: Here’s What 2 Weeks On The Ground Taught Me
What one Singaporean learned while house-hunting in Mexico City—from bargain prices to legal quirks and why CDMX might just be worth the long-haul move.
UK & Europe
My Search For A Better Old Folks Homes In Singapore: A Review Of A Spa-Like Retirement Home In London
A Singaporean tours Appleby Blue, a London social housing scheme for seniors likened to a spa hotel, and asks what it means for old folks homes here.
UK & Europe
What I Learned From Buying A Property In France: The Reality (And Risks) To Know
One writer shares the real risks of buying property in France: tenant laws, fixer-upper costs, maintenance fees and why it's rarely for investment.
Case Studies
Why I Chose To Buy My Dream Studio Apartment In France (As A Singaporean)
A Singaporean shares her France studio apartment hunt: loan rejections, a foreigner tax, lead tests, and why she kept the fireplace despite bans.
UK & Europe