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7 Key Points To Consider Before Buying An Old Landed Property In Singapore

Unless you’re tearing down the entire house to rebuild, old landed properties can have their share of issues. Some landed homes date back to the 1950s and before; and some were built in an era long before BCA, URA, or…

• 30 Oct 2023
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7 Must-Know Things To Look Out In A Floor Plan Before You Buy A New Launch Condo

The floor plan is, ironically, both the most boring and important part of picking a unit. We know the show flat is much more attractive – but remember your unit isn’t going to have the staged lighting or pricey decor…

• 25 Oct 2023
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Are Singapore Property Prices Finally Slowing? Here’s A Snapshot Of The Property Market In 2023 So Far

At this point, quite a few homeowners – and even investors – might feel that’s not a bad thing (even sellers and realtors fear another round of cooling measures.) Prices in the post-Covid phase have caused some to give up…

• 17 Oct 2023
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Is One North Singapore’s Next Real Estate Investment Hotspot? Here’s The Important Points Buyers Need To Consider

One North has always occupied an odd position in the Singapore property market. On the one hand, most people acknowledge it as a hub area: with Fusionopolis, Biopolis, the JTC LaunchPad, etc. One North draws big companies and start-ups in…

• 16 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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URA Master Plan 2025: 5 Key Future Changes You Need To Know

Singapore’s Master Plan is the blueprint that most property investors turn to; but perhaps more importantly, it determines quality of life in our built environment. While the specifics are still being laid out (public engagement is ongoing), we were able…

• 10 Oct 2023
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The Ultimate List Of Executive Condos (ECs) In Singapore: Here’s Where To Find All 76 Of Them

With new launches currently averaging over $2,000 psf, even HDB upgraders may find themselves priced out. This is where the Executive Condominium (EC) may come in handy as a stepping stone. For families that need three or four-bedder units, ECs…

• 9 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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6 Under-The-Radar Future Residential Land Plots To Look Forward To In Singapore

As much as Singapore seems to be built up and perhaps even overcrowded in places, there are also still many interesting plots in and around that are yet to be developed. You may even have walked/driven past many of these,…

• 28 Sep 2023
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4 Young Homebuyer Trends That May Change Singapore’s Property Market

Forget the stereotypes about millennials and their avocado toast obsessions; when it comes to home buying in Singapore, this generation is proving to have a stronger focus on liveability than before. Far from being frivolous or impractical, these younger homebuyers…

• 27 Sep 2023
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Making $1 Million Dollars In Profit From An HDB: Why Pinnacle @ Duxton May Be The Most Unique Property In Singapore

Pinnacle@Duxton remains the poster child of the “lottery effect” – the proof that certain desirable BTOs go on to make a killing for their lucky owners. In fact, it is probably Singapore’s most profitable HDB project (for its residents). When…

• 25 Sep 2023
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How Bad Are Singapore’s 5 Worst Google-Rated Condos? We Take A Closer Look At The Reviews (Part 2)

Before making any purchase today, anyone’s first instinct would be to turn to Google for online reviews, and condos are no exception. However, any review system is bound to have its flaws, along with a kernel of truth. When it…

• 21 Sep 2023
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2 Different Locations In Singapore Getting Upgrades: Exploring Bukit Merah & Marina Square’s Future Transformations

Bukit Merah is currently known for two things: Tiong Bahru, and VivoCity. But beyond that, there’s a negative reputation for overpriced, ageing flats. Meanwhile, Marina Square is a gigantic mall that’s far more empty than it should be – unlike…

• 19 Sep 2023
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Thinking Of Investing In Australia? We Spoke To An Australian Property Developer To Find Out The Insider News

With ABSD rates rising, some Singaporeans have begun to look abroad for their second or subsequent property investment. One of the more popular countries, which isn’t too far from home, is Australia. This week, we spoke to some investors, as…

• 18 Sep 2023
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4 Hottest New Residential Land Plots To Keep An Eye On In 2023

There seems to be a real commitment from the Government to moderate property prices, with more supply being constantly ramped up. Despite the recent addition of 8 pretty attractive GLS sites, they have gone ahead with the release of some…

• 13 Sep 2023
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The Difficult Relationship We Have With Condo Security Guards In Singapore

Over the past week, we were looking for condos that had negative reviews, and the possible reasons. It occurs to me upon reading the comments, that a lot of this revolves around “rude security guards”, or “rude management” (and for…

• 7 Sep 2023
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Singapore’s Worst-Rated Condos On Google: Are They Really That Bad?

Most home buyers know that online reviews have to be taken with a pinch – nay – a heaping spoonful – of salt. Depending on the platform, these can be gamified or even fake – there are even businesses online…

• 4 Sep 2023
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This “Unpopular” Scheme May Be The Secret To Retiring In Your HDB: What The Lease Buyback Scheme Is All About

In a recent Straits Times report, it said that more senior citizens are using the Lease Buyback Scheme (LBS). About 2,860 seniors used the scheme in 2022, up from 2,790 the year before. To be clear, these are still rookie…

• 4 Sep 2023
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