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Is Buying A BTO Flat First A “Waste Of Time”?

If your property investment plan ends with “…and then my children will own 10 condos”, you probably grasp the idea of wealth progression in property assets (and if you don’t, there are several hundred YouTube ads that will force-feed it…

Property Market Commentary

• 7 Sep 2020
• 7 min read
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How Does An Upcoming MRT Line/Station Impact Housing Prices? A Case Study On The Downtown Line

With an average of over 3.5million passengers daily, the Singaporean MRT has to be one of, if not the most utilised amenity in Singapore since its inauguration back in November 1987. It’s also a no brainer that almost every investor/homeowner…

Property Investment Insights

• 5 Sep 2020
• 9 min read
• 2

Top 5 Selling New Launches Of Q2 2020: What Makes Them Stand Out?

The top selling new launches of Q2 2020 should be interesting to any buyer right now, for one reason: it was the period in which the Circuit Breaker was in full swing.  But even with the show flats closed, and…

Property Picks

• 4 Sep 2020
• 8 min read
• 0

I Own Three Condos In My 40s: Here’s What It’s Like

For most Singaporeans, owning multiple properties is a classic “shake leg and collect money” scenario. This week, however, we talked to Jasmine (she prefers to exclude her surname), who explains how it’s anything but.  In her 40s, Jasmine owns three…

Homeowner Stories

• 3 Sep 2020
• 8 min read
• 2

5 Questions with Kenneth Heng, Founder of The Open Home Network: Finding Fulfilment in Giving Back to the Community

Often we’re so caught up trying to figure our lives out that we fall into this endless habitual loop of self-preservation. A loop that’s spurred on by our high standards/costs of living here in Singapore.   Now if there’s one thing…

Homeowner Stories

• 3 Sep 2020
• 8 min read
• 0

Florence Residences Review: 80m Lagoon + Multitude Of Facilities

Great for families Florence Residence presents itself as a great condo for those with families looking for an own stay project due to its 1:1 carpark ratio, proximity to schools and food as well as a full range of facilities….

New Launch Condo Reviews

• 3 Sep 2020
• 39 min read
• 1

You Have Enough To Pay Off Your Home Loan Early; But Should You?

It is a miracle! For years you’ve slogged away at your home loan, thinking you were never going to get it paid. Then lo and behold, long before even your 55th birthday, you check the mortgage and realise: hey, you…

Property Advice

• 1 Sep 2020
• 6 min read
• 0

Units Of The Week Issue #26

It’s Tuesday, and our weekly roundup of Units Of The Week is here once again. Seeing how we are on issue 26 is strangely fulfilling, we’ve gone through half a year of UOTW already! Time flies. Our team’s pick of…

On The Market

• 1 Sep 2020
• 4 min read
• 0

The Stacked Guide for Foreigners Buying Property in Singapore

Singapore private property is both literally and metaphorically a safe port in the storm. This may be one of the few countries where demand for luxury properties can climb to 11-year highs, precisely because of economic downturns.  But despite its…

Property Advice

• 31 Aug 2020
• 6 min read
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Can New Launches Raise the Prices of Older Condos Nearby?

It happens to every property owner at some point: you look out the window, and see that a massive crane is now obstructing your expensive/expansive view. Along with the drilling noises and dust, it slowly sinks in: the land plot…

Property Investment Insights

• 30 Aug 2020
• 6 min read
• 2

Shrinking HDB Void Decks: For Better Or Worse?

I forged some of my fondest childhood memories at the void deck. As an adventurous child, I spent many late afternoons there chasing the community cat around. It was a space I associated with freedom and safety, as it was…

Homeowner Stories

• 29 Aug 2020
• 6 min read
• 3

The Stacked Guide To Property Tax And Stamp Duties

Many first-time home owners overestimate the price of their first property. It’s probably due to constant conditioning over social media, news, etc. that remind you how “Singapore is the world’s most expensive city”, etc. But here’s the bit that’s often…

Property Advice

• 28 Aug 2020
• 7 min read
• 0

42 Upcoming New Launches In 2020/2021 (Land Price/Breakeven)

Being the first major new launch since the start of the circuit breaker, it was no surprise that all eyes were on Forett at Bukit Timah during their launch weekend on 8th of August 2020. For those competing developers keeping…

Property Picks

• 27 Aug 2020
• 3 min read
• 15

5 Top Property Picks For Lifelong, Work-from-home Types

Perhaps you were already working from home before, in which case Covid-19 has probably been a breeze to you. Or perhaps you only started during the quarantine, but work-from-home has now become an ongoing standard.  In either case, dedicated work-from-home…

Property Picks

• 26 Aug 2020
• 7 min read
• 0

Resale HDB or Condo: Comparing Floor Plans for Young Couples

Let’s get real. Purchasing a home is daunting, especially for young couples that are priced out of buying a BTO and can only “afford” to look at a resale HDB or condo. Yes, this is for the sandwiched crowd out…

Property Advice

• 25 Aug 2020
• 8 min read
• 3

Units Of The Week Issue #25

This week, we’ve got a good mix between old and new developments. But some things don’t change in how we select our UOTW – each one is quite unique in its own way. Our team’s pick of the week? A…

On The Market

• 25 Aug 2020
• 4 min read
• 0

Sant Ritz Review: Super Convenient Location If You Like The Design

Conveniently located whether you take the bus, train, or car. Expect road noise.

Condo Reviews

• 24 Aug 2020
• 16 min read
• 0

When Is It Actually Better To Pay The ABSD?

Tell someone you’re considering actually paying the Additional Buyers Stamp Duty (ABSD) on your second home, and watch as their eyes pop out. They’ll rattle off a whole bunch of reasons how you can avoid it – from buying dual-key…

Property Market Commentary

• 23 Aug 2020
• 5 min read
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