Rental Market

Agent fee for rental renewal – Is it compulsory to pay?

One of the most common questions for landlords when it comes to renting out their property in Singapore is – Is it a must to pay the agent fee for rental renewal? This is hardly surprising to hear as there…

• 26 Jun 2018
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Minimum rental period in Singapore – how long can you actually rent?

Last year Singapore hit a record high of 17.4 million tourist arrivals. That is really rather impressive numbers judging from the fact that Singapore has only a population of about 5.7 million people. With such a huge influx of foreigners…

• 12 Jun 2018
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Tenant Sublet in Singapore – Legal or illegal?

Subletting can be a big concern for any landlord, especially when it is done without prior knowledge or permission. However, there are always going to be tenants out there that are looking to sublet for different reasons. For example, the…

• 5 Jun 2018
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Diplomatic Clause Singapore: How does it work?

Renting in Singapore as a foreigner can sometimes be a bit daunting as there have been many complaints from tenants that rental in Singapore is generally more pro landlord. Annoying aspects of renting in Singapore from r/singapore Not to mention,…

• 1 Jun 2018
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Most expensive district in Singapore (to rent)

Given Singapore’s well known status of being the most expensive country in the world to own a car, it is not surprising that Singapore is also one of the most expensive real estate markets in the world. Some of the…

• 28 May 2018
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Rental Stamp Duty in Singapore: How much is it?

The amount that you will have to pay for rental stamp duty is dependant on the average annual rent (AAR). So on any lease period of 4 years or less, it is just 0.4% of total rent for the period…

• 16 May 2018
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Expat areas in Singapore: 8 areas that will make you feel at home

Singapore may be a small country, but don’t let its small size fool you. Moving to a new country is never easy, hence many expats would usually choose to live within an expat community so the assimilation process is easier. If you…

• 11 May 2018
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Renting in Singapore tips that will help for a fuss free rental

We all know that Singapore is a great place to live in. After all, Singapore did come first again in HSBC’s annual expat survey. If you have made your decision to come to Singapore to work, getting your rent sorted…

• 4 May 2018
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Renting in Singapore Guide (This will make your renting journey a lot easier)

“Singapore voted the best city to live in for Expats” “Singapore is the world’s most expensive city to live in for the fifth year in a row” With Singapore achieving both accolades in 2018, perhaps it is fitting that the…

• 30 Apr 2018
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Cost of Living in Singapore for Single Person 2018 Edition

Singapore has been voted the world’s best destination for expats for the third year running. Does that surprise you? Perhaps us as locals living here have been spoilt by all the greenery and safe streets, but expats that come to…

• 25 Apr 2018
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HDB subletting whole flat – 3 things you should NOT do

Most Singaporeans looking to rent their whole flat out tend to think only about the issue of finding tenants. Of course the marketing aspect is very important when it comes to any HDB subletting whole flat endeavors, but in a…

• 21 Apr 2018
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Singapore rental deposit return – 5 tried and tested ways to get your deposit back

One of the most commonly asked questions about rental in Singapore revolves around the rental deposit, and more specifically, how do you ensure that you get it back. So is this really an issue here and how do i go…

• 19 Apr 2018
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HDB rental rules in 2018: Everything you need to know to rent out your HDB

With the high prices of property in Singapore, it is no wonder that many Singaporeans turn to rental as a means to supplement their income or pay off their mortgage. In 2016, the number of HDB flats that were rented…

• 10 Apr 2018
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Ultimate HDB room rental guide in 2018 (Part 2)

Now that you have found a room through our Ultimate guide (Part 1), here is part 2 to guide you through to completion. Finding a suitable room to rent is probably the harder part of the room rental process so…

• 6 Feb 2018
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The Ultimate HDB Rental Guide 2018 (Part 1)

Whether you are an expat or Singaporean, looking for a HDB room rental can be tedious work. There is a whole multitude of options out there and sometimes it can be hard to find exactly what you want. Fear not,…

• 13 Jan 2018
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HDB rental eligibility: Everything you need to know for fuss free rental

Renting out your HDB flat or room can help with creating a constant stream of passive income. This can be used to help pay for daily expenses or even go towards contributing for your monthly mortgage payments. It is little…

• 27 Dec 2017
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Renting in Singapore: 8 essential tips you need to know for worry free renting

“Cheap rent in Singapore” this is probably the first thing that most people wanting to rent in Singapore will google for. Definitely rent in Singapore can get very expensive compared to most of its neighbours, but there are affordable options…

• 13 Aug 2017
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Investing in a rental property? Here are 3 absolutely essential tips you need to know before you plunge in.

1. Rental Yield – The right way to calculate your rental yield While evaluating potential capital gain is important, it is also equally essential to get your rental yields right especially as today’s low interest rates are not permanent. Most…

• 12 Jun 2017
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