Did you know that Simei means “four beauties” in Mandarin, and the estate’s four main streets were once named after the four beauties of Ancient China? Often overshadowed by other neighbourhoods in the East, we rarely hear much about Simei….
Condo Reviews
I remember the first time we hit a million dollars for an HDB flat (this was an Executive HDB at Mei Ling Street in 2012). The idea of spending a seven-figure sum on an old resale HDB flat seemed ludicrous…
Commentary
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…
Buying
Most of us know what Singapore’s property hotspots are. Orchard, Bugis, Meyer, etc. But at today’s prices and home loan interest rates, not everyone can afford to stay in these prime locations. Well, there’s a simple solution: buy one train…
Property Picks
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30 Oct 2023
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It’s nice to see somebody is easing off their cooling measures But sadly it’s not us. This is happening in Hong Kong right now, where the added taxes on properties for foreigners has been halved to 7.5 per cent. Interestingly,…
News
When I was at Square 2 in Novena, I noticed a small enclave of houses right across from it – so close that I could see them from the entrance of the mall! Although the Novena-Thomson area is a bit…
Editors' Pick
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29 Oct 2023
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In this week’s episode, we take a look at a family home located in the Queenstown area. The unit spans approximately 1160 square feet and is a five-room flat. The house was thoughtfully designed to balance form and function. The…
Editors' Pick
If you told Singaporeans 20 years ago that Jurong would evolve into what it is today and stand at the cusp of one of the most exciting Master Plans in Singapore (with the goal of transforming it into the largest business district outside the CBD) you will likely find more sceptics than optimists.
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28 Oct 2023
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Hey Ryan, I have been following your YT channel very closely and have to say that it is extremely insightful unlike other property YT channel Me and my partner ( we are in our late forties) have been looking around…
Advice
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27 Oct 2023
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Do you remember a time in Singapore when you could buy a property and “flip” it in a couple of months (in some cases, just a few days) for a profit? SOLDON ADDRESS UNIT AREA(SQFT) SALE PRICE(S$ PSF) BOUGHTON PURCHASE…
Analysis
We’re often warned to avoid “buying at the peak” as if it’s possible to identify when exactly that is (you never truly know except in hindsight, right?). But this tends to distract from a very important fact: timing the property…
Analysis
In this week’s episode, we explore two distinctive two-bedroom units at the freshly TOPed One Draycott Park. These homes, originally show flat units, offer a unique departure from typical designs. The first unit is a 797 sqft two-bedroom unit that…
On The Market
In this week’s episode, we tour a bachelor’s three-room HDB flat in Ang Mo Kio, spanning 807 sqft in size. The home has undergone a $78,000 renovation, meticulously designed in an industrial style with raw finishes throughout. Starting at the…
Editors' Pick
This week, we turn our attention to the bustling heart of the city, honing in on affordable 4-Room HDB flats situated in Central Singapore – an ideal choice for those who prioritise accessibility and convenience. Nestled within mature neighbourhoods, these…
Units Of The Week
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…
Buying
The tricky part about Singapore’s residential market is its dynamism: cooling measures can appear overnight, and the supply of housing is subject to five-year feast-and-famine cycles. These can make a lot of otherwise sensible housing decisions at that time look……
Editors' Pick
No way, not another lawsuit over KAP. I thought the issues with KAP Residences were settled, after the legal entanglements with the developer. Owners at KAP Residences were more than a little peeved, when promised tenants like McDonald’s and Cold…
News
In this week’s episode, we present a spacious and luxurious home located in Bartley, covering 2,271 square feet of living space. The owners, Kex and Ells, who both work in the shipping industry, have designed this residence to offer a…
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