Hi, I wish to seek advice on whether to get a second BTO or stay at my current one. I’m in my mid 30s and currently own a 4-room flat from 1985, with less than $150k remaining on the mortgage….
Advice
Looking for an affordable HDB flat near an MRT station? We get it – convenience and cost don’t always go hand in hand, but there are still several options if you know where to look. This week, we’ve shortlisted five of…
Units Of The Week
For everyone who thought District 15 was facing an oversupply of new launches (Grand Dunman, Tembusu Grand, and The Continuum), well, here’s a fourth new contender: Emerald at Katong. It’s a confident move from developer Sim Lian: with so many…
Buying
As the old saying goes, don’t focus on the ball but on where the ball is going. We’ve seen an explosive rise in the number of million-dollar flats in the past few years, even if they’re still the minority of…
Commentary
I wrote this before I got my keys to my soon-to-be cool studio apartment in France, but I really have to say, I am incredibly lucky that the process has been relatively smooth sailing without much unexpected nasty surprises and…
Property Stories
Love or hate them, mega-developments are an undeniable part of Singapore’s property market landscape. With population growth and the redevelopment of large, older plots, these expansive projects will only become more common. On paper, they offer plenty of benefits –…
Buying
Speak to some agents and sellers, and you may be told the tide has turned: the housing supply crunch is over, and it’s buyers who now have more negotiating power. There’s also a dip in private home prices between July…
Commentary
It’s not every day that you see two new launch condos popping up right next to each other in quick succession. Nava Grove, located just beside Pinetree Hill (perhaps a little too close for some), is launching at a busy…
Buying
A few weeks ago, I wrote about Bournemouth Road, a landed estate in Katong where prices start(ed) from $5 million (at the time of writing, at least.) Before the article was published, I knew there would be feedback about how…
Editors' Pick
In this week’s episode, we explore a renovated single-storey semi-detached house in Subang Jaya, originally built with a 204 sqm floor area and extended to 279 sqm during the 2022 renovation. This home reflects an architectural approach focused on introversion,…
Living In
No one wants government land anymore. We’ve entered the Government Land Sales (GLS) winter. For the third time, with the Media Circle land plot, there have been no winning bids. For long-time market watchers, this is a bit disorienting –…
News
Like many of our readers, we’re always on the lookout for scarce or one-of-a-kind HDB flats. Given how standardised public housing is (or will be getting), there’s a certain thrill in finding or owning a home that doesn’t conform; and…
Editors' Pick
Hi stacked homes, Always enjoy your thorough analysis on different properties and scenarios. Would like your advice on what’s my next step in property journey since my current 5 room hdb in Central location is already mop. Agent approached us…
Advice
In the Singapore property market, there are many persistent beliefs about shoebox (one-bedder) units, which are tough to prove. However, one thing is for sure – the demand is certainly there given it still is the cheapest entry into the…
Analysis
In this week’s episode, Marvyn and Joy, a marketing duo, showcase their eclectic 4-room BTO flat in Kallang. They wanted a home that blends cosiness with an open layout for hosting. Their 93-square-metre space features woody and white tones with…
Living In
Continuing our search for spacious homes, this week we picked five interesting units that offers space, comfort and a freehold tenure. Each of these condos boasts over 2,400 square feet of expansive living space, giving you plenty of room for…
Units Of The Week
The October 2024 BTO launch is here, and it is one of huge significance as it will be the first launch using the new classification system of Standard, Plus, and Prime. For those looking for a new home, this BTO…
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With Singapore’s population recently hitting a record 6 million, finding condos with spacious grounds is becoming increasingly appealing. One of the most common frustrations among upgraders is that some condos don’t feel like a true upgrade—despite the addition of facilities,…
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