When it comes to new homes, the design and construction of the home is one of the main areas where people lose their cool, or get disappointed. There’s a real “asymmetry of information” issue here, as the world of contractors,…
Decor Advice
The problem with new launch condos is that there’s nothing solid to inspect. You’re mostly going on brochures, trust, and a show flat; and if you’ve never bought from a developer before, you may not even know what to ask….
Buying
Not long ago, I embarked on a tour of the conservation houses along Blair Road. As part of the research for the article, I managed to speak to some individuals who had once owned or lived in these historic dwellings….
Editors' Pick
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19 Nov 2023
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In this week’s episode, we explore a 732-square-foot, three-room flat nestled in the charming neighbourhood of Bukit Batok. It has been the current occupants’ residence for approximately one month, and it is a home designed with simplicity and practicality in…
Living In
We have the solution to the co-broking problem (because hopeless optimism is still a kind of solution) 16 property agencies have signed a Memorandum Of Understanding, on how to resolve co-broking disputes. If you’re not sure why this is a…
News
Hi Ryan Good Day! Recently started to c ur U tube. Would like some advice. We currently hold a sizeable unit at Braddell View (BV). Bought a couple of years ago hoping for the enbloc, which of course did not materialise. It…
Advice
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18 Nov 2023
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If you’re tracking the latest trends in Singapore’s property market, you’ll find the recent sale at Jadescape particularly noteworthy. A unit at the development has just notched a profit of $1.122 million, a figure that stands out despite it being…
Commentary
Watten House will be the latest of UOL’s series of luxury developments, boasting of rarely seen large floor plates including penthouses that span more than 4,000 sqft. Nestled in a prestigious neighbourhood and 2 top primary schools within 1 km, asking prices for some units are in excess of $10m, meaning that buyers in this category have plenty of options. Will the product here be luxurious enough to wow buyers to take the plunge?
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17 Nov 2023
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With more Singaporean families being dual-income, grandparents’ support has become vital. The topic has been in the news, on and off, for as long as most of us can remember. (Although we had better add, not all grandparents are happy…
Property Stories
In this week’s episode, we explore a five-room HDB home situated in the Bidadari area. Owned by a couple with their feline companions, this 1,100 sqft residence underwent a transformation in collaboration with Ascend Design, focusing on achieving a harmonious…
Insider Tour
How expensive can a single property get in Singapore? Imagine $230 million, which is the highest we’ve found to date. That’s enough money to buy a plot for a whole new project, let alone a single house. In the following,…
Property News
In this week’s episode, we explore a spacious and well-designed five-room executive apartment HDB in Tampines, spanning 1,495 sqft. This home, named “Let It Flow,” has been thoughtfully transformed to accommodate a family of four while maintaining an open and…
Insider Tour
In our ongoing exploration of spacious housing options in Singapore, this week’s focus is on Executive Apartments (EAs). These unique residences offer a balance in size and layout that many families find appealing. Situated between the traditional 5-room flats and…
Units Of The Week
If the name Gary Neville sounds familiar, it’s because he’s a former player for Manchester United and England; and quite recently, his name’s been making the rounds for a different reason: along with UK-based developer Salboy Ltd., he’s been marketing…
Investment
There’s a general consensus that, if you buy property at the low point of the market and sell when prices rise, you’ll definitely make money. But this tends to ignore how individualistic property assets can be. Unlike, say, dollars or…
Analysis
High ceilings are among the most impressive features of a home. They make your place look bigger, they’re great for ventilation, and some are even high enough that you can include a mezzanine floor. But at the same time, there…
Buying
The one-bedder condo has long been the darling of the Singapore rental market. It headed the shoebox craze back in the 2010s, until URA had to regulate unit sizes. Then it became the main star of the “Sell One, Buy…
Analysis
I’ve visited the Thomson area several times, covering Windsor Park and Thomson Ridge, among other areas. Today, I thought it would be nice to cross (the very busy) Upper Thomson Road and tour Inglewood instead! Inglewood is slightly different from…
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12 Nov 2023
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