Buying

14 Current Mega Developments And How They’ve Performed (1,000 Units And Above)

Mega developments saw solid demand in the past two years, from Normanton Park to Parc Clematis and Treasure at Tampines. In fact, if you are looking to buy such a unit today, you’d find slim pickings as most of the…

• 17 Dec 2021
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5 Lesser-Known Upcoming Residential Hotspots In The Singapore Property Market

While the usual prime spots remain unchanged (Orchard Road, Marine Parade, etc.), fresh developments have drawn the spotlight to other neighbourhoods as well. There are some upcoming property hotspots, which have flown under the radar so far. For investors or…

• 9 Dec 2021
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End-2021 Ultimate New Launch Cheat Sheet (122 Condos Take Up Rate + Breakeven)

We last did our ultimate new launch cheat sheet in April 2021 (see here), and since it’s coming to the end of the year, it seemed timely to provide an update on the amount of stock left if you are…

• 1 Dec 2021
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5 Tell-Tale Signs To Look Out For When Evaluating A Resale Property Purchase

Property in Singapore is booming.  For some who took the plunge in 2020, they may already have seen paper gains in recent resale transactions in 2021.  Now I’m not here to create more FOMO to encourage you to buy a…

• 16 Nov 2021
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5 New Launch Condos With Unusual Selling Points (Floating Swimming Pool, Anybody?)

One person’s hype is another person’s “must-buy” condition. However, sometimes unusual selling points fail to be made known due to the overwhelming number of facilities; or even in listings (that’s partly why we make videos about cool condo units). It’s…

• 12 Nov 2021
• 7 min read
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7 Qualities You Want In A Property For Asset Progression

Asset progression, wealth progression, upgrading… we Singaporeans have all sorts of names for it, but the general idea is the same: using your existing property as a stepping stone, toward a bigger or more luxurious home (or just one with…

• 7 Nov 2021
• 7 min read
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7 Key Factors To Consider If You’re Buying A Property Before 35

Covid-19 has pushed many Singaporeans to buy their own homes earlier, especially with Work From Home (WFH) arrangements becoming indefinite. This has resulted in newly married couples, singles, and even people barely out of school wanting their own place. For…

• 3 Nov 2021
• 7 min read
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New Launches Near The 5-Year ABSD Deadline In 2021: Will We Be Seeing Developer Discounts?

As condos come close to their five-year ABSD time limit, homebuyers and investors start to pay more attention. There’s every chance that, with a handful of units left, the developer will decide to give deep discounts rather than pay a…

• 29 Oct 2021
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10 Key Factors To Help You Pick The Ideal New Launch Condo Unit

The hard (or fun?) part is over. You’ve found your ideal condo development – it’s near to the MRT, there’s a 50m infinity lap pool, and the clubhouse has a karaoke room, lounge area, and even a foosball table. What…

• 28 Oct 2021
• 8 min read
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An Ultimate Guide To Using Your CPF To Buy Property: How Much Can You Really Use?

Most Singaporeans will use their CPF in some form, to purchase their property. This has resulted in some debates over the years, regarding how much of our CPF we should use; or whether HDB upgraders should be using more cash…

• 24 Oct 2021
• 7 min read
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Leedon Green VS Hyll on Holland: Which Should You Pick?

Despite how property prices are climbing everywhere else and demand seems to be insatiable, there’s an area in Singapore that seems to be bucking that trend – Holland Village. In fact, competition is intense enough that – despite a hot…

• 11 Oct 2021
• 10 min read
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7 Affordable Waterfront Condos And Cluster Houses In West Singapore

Last week, I listed out 7 areas in which you can find waterfront HDBs (as well as tips for people looking to live by the water). As you can probably tell by my property hunt journey so far, I’m the…

• 7 Oct 2021
• 7 min read
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7 Areas With Waterfront HDBs For Affordable Scenic Views + Useful Tips To Choose One

Thanks to the stunning surge in COVID case numbers, it’s been a little trickier arranging property viewings as people are understandably wary about letting strangers in at the moment. (I’m not dying to mingle myself, at this point in time!)…

• 4 Oct 2021
• 9 min read
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Parc Greenwich VS Ola EC Shootout: Which Should You Pick?

Executive Condominiums (ECs) are the top choice for HDB upgraders; and right now two of the hottest names are Parc Greenwich and Ola. Situated in districts 28 and 19 respectively, both are fringe region properties with highly competitive price points….

• 1 Oct 2021
• 8 min read
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9 Often Overlooked Costs That Can Eat Into Your Condo Profits

New homeowners often focus on the price of the property, but not the additional fees, stamp duties, and recurring charges. It’s a common mistake to think these “miscellaneous” costs don’t amount to much – in fact, they can sometimes be…

• 21 Sep 2021
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10 Useful Tips First-Time Homebuyers Should Know Before Buying In 2021

It’s always a huge challenge when first-time homebuyers ask “what do I need to know?” The Singapore private property market is so unique, and so dynamic, that what you know today may not apply tomorrow; and there’s just so much…

• 11 Sep 2021
• 9 min read
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Is Your New Launch Within A Popular Primary School Now? 122 New Projects Updated With The New Home-School Distance Changes

One of the biggest concerns among home buyers is school proximity. Even if you don’t have children yourself, it’s well known that schools are part of the “secret sauce”, when it comes to future appreciation. Now that the Ministry of…

• 10 Sep 2021
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6 Often Overlooked Factors When Upgrading From An HDB To A Condo In 2021

When it comes to upgrading your HDB, one of the main concerns is whether to buy a new home first, or sell your existing place first. There are pros and cons to both; and while you may have heard the…

• 24 Aug 2021
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