When a BTO isn’t an option, what choices do mixed-nationality couples have? One Singaporean shares her journey navigating the housing maze.
Overseas Property Investing
Cheryl visits HDB’s refreshed show gallery—peek inside the new 4- and 5-room mock-ups and see what design ideas are worth stealing for your own flat.
Property Market Commentary
We analysed how The Arcadia stacks up against Bukit Timah condos — and what its ultra-large layout means for long-term value. Read the full case study.
Pro
A $1.658M Dawson loft has become Singapore’s most expensive 5-room HDB flat. What makes it so special—and is it worth the record-breaking price?
Singapore Property News
In today’s market, a freehold 3-bedder under $2 million is hard enough to come by. One that isn’t also tiny, awkwardly laid out, or buried in the far ends of the island? Even tougher. So this week, we combed through the…
On The Market
Buying in the CCR isn’t as straightforward as it seems. This article unpacks what most buyers get wrong—and what to look out for in 2025.
Property Market Commentary
The Tanamera offers solid layouts and decent yields, but trails peers in capital gains. Read our case study to find out if it’s truly underrated.
Pro
In Singapore’s competitive property market, buyers often find themselves caught between their aspirations and crushing reality. Budget constraints often force compromises and trade-offs, and leave buyers facing numerous tough choices. This case study examines how our team guided a young…
Editor's Pick
Some buyers can afford more space—but choose less. Here’s why smaller homes sometimes make the most sense, even when budgets say otherwise.
Property Advice
A walk through Onan Road’s eastern stretch—close to good food, full of character, and revealing quirks you won’t spot on a listings page.
Editor's Pick
The 15-month wait-out period hasn’t curbed $1M flats—but it may be hurting real families trying to downsize. It’s time to rethink this policy.
Singapore Property News
What one Singaporean learned while house-hunting in Mexico City—from bargain prices to legal quirks and why CDMX might just be worth the long-haul move.
Editor's Pick
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31 May 2025
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After 14 years living in Braddell View, one family shares the highs, quirks, and enduring charm of life in one of Singapore’s largest HUDC estates.
Editor's Pick
Two new GLS sites—Sembawang and Hougang—could yield over 1,000 homes. We break down what makes each site significant and who they’re likely to attract.
Singapore Property News
Some older leasehold condos outperformed newer ones in annual growth. We dive into the data to see if lease decay fears are always justified.
Property Investment Insights
Orchid Park’s prices lag behind newer condos—but its spacious units and high rental yields may still appeal to value-focused buyers. Here’s what we found.
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Last week, we looked at some of the most affordable 5-room flats in central Singapore. This time, we’re narrowing the focus to 4-room flats; ideal for smaller families or couples who still want that bit of extra space. Most of…
On The Market
Why did three homeowners buy older leasehold condos despite the stigma? Their stories reveal surprising advantages—and trade-offs—they accepted.
Homeowner Stories
