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Units Of The Week Issue #18

Judging from the stream of emails we’ve received last week, it seems that many people are still looking for that en bloc holy grail property. So this week, we’ve uncovered a couple more interesting older properties that most people would…

On The Market

• 6 Jul 2020
• 4 min read
• 0

Parksuites Review: Peaceful Living Right By Henry Park

An idyllic lifestyle with Henry Park at your doorstep.

New Launch Condo Reviews

• 5 Jul 2020
• 27 min read
• 4

Top Condo Picks for People who Frequent Malaysia (It’s Not Just Woodlands)

Whether you work in Singapore but live in Malaysia, or vice versa, accommodations are an issue. Private property in Singapore is an especially difficult choice, as there are few condos near Tuas Link. Even so, there are options for those…

Property Picks

• 4 Jul 2020
• 6 min read
• 2

Should You DIY Or Use A Property Agent?

So like every other person, you’ve probably dwelled on the thought of doing the real estate transaction yourself – after all, a DIY sale can save you enough to pay for the renovation of your next property. And can we…

Property Advice

• 1 Jul 2020
• 7 min read
• 0

10 Home Office Upgrades You Need To Work From Home

It goes without saying that there isn’t a single person that would have wished for a pandemic such as this to happen. But if (and a big one at that) we had to eke out a silver lining to the…

Design

• 30 Jun 2020
• 8 min read
• 0

10 Unique Dinnerware Pieces For Your Next Dinner Party

Depending on whether you’re an introvert or extrovert, you’d either describe your time home in the last few weeks as a “wonderful experience” or one akin to being “cooped up in a cage”. Well, whether you’ve enjoyed it or not,…

Design

• 30 Jun 2020
• 7 min read
• 0

Units Of The Week Issue #17

Ever heard of the phrase, “old is gold”? Well, this week in our Units Of The Week issue, we’ve decided to hone down into some of the older, less celebrated developments in Singapore. While many of the older developments can’t…

On The Market

• 29 Jun 2020
• 4 min read
• 0

JadeScape Condo Review: A Smart Home With Good Facilities

A tech focused modern new launch offering in the Marymount area.

New Launch Condo Reviews

• 28 Jun 2020
• 33 min read
• 9

HDB BTO Launch August 2020: We Analyse Each Neighbourhood

Thanks to Covid-19, the HDB launch exercise in May was cancelled. This has led to HDB combining May’s offerings with August, so we now have the biggest BTO launch exercise to date. It’s the first time you’ll have eight different…

BTO Reviews

• 27 Jun 2020
• 9 min read
• 6

97 New Launch Condos: Prices/Take-up rates/Profit Margins

An essential list of 97 new launch condos with updated prices and take up rates.

Property Picks

• 26 Jun 2020
• 44 min read
• 2

Pros and Cons of Buying Property in Phase Two

It’s pretty amazing how long – and how quick – the months of the Circuit Breaker (CB) have passed. A few weeks ago, people were complaining that the isolation was driving them nuts; this week, having to wear pants to…

Property Advice

• 26 Jun 2020
• 6 min read
• 0

New Launch & Resale Condo Timeline: Everything You Need To Know

This is the final part of our 18-part first-time home buyer series. You may refer to the full table below: First Time Home Buyer Guide Financing Approval-in-Principle: Why It’s Your First Step for a Home Loan/Mortgage How Much Can You…

Property Advice

• 24 Jun 2020
• 5 min read
• 0

Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty (ABSD): A Comprehensive Guide

Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty (ABSD) is, without a doubt, one of the least liked terms in Singapore. This disfavour for ABSD applies not just to Singaporeans (who certainly pay the least hefty ABSD amounts when they buy a residential property), but PRs and Foreigners…

Editor's Pick

• 24 Jun 2020
• 10 min read
• 4

13 Key Questions To Ask At A Showflat

When the salesperson at the showflat asks “do you have any questions?” you can immediately spot the first-time buyers.

Property Advice

• 23 Jun 2020
• 7 min read
• 0

Units Of The Week Issue #16

Singapore has officially “opened” up, and things are slowly going back to normal. At the very least, where the property is involved – showflat and resale viewings are now allowed! While virtual tours and videos have certainly been a good…

On The Market

• 22 Jun 2020
• 4 min read
• 0

Anything Is Possible Until It Is Not – The Dangers of Procrastination

“Am I on track?” is a question you should ask yourself at regular intervals. Knowing the money you have and where it is going is the core of a financial plan. And by the time you reach your 40s and…

Homeowner Stories

• 22 Jun 2020
• 7 min read
• 0

When Should You Consider A Dual-Key Unit?

This is Part 16 of our 18-part first-time home buyer series. You may refer to the full table below: First Time Home Buyer Guide Financing Approval-in-Principle: Why It’s Your First Step for a Home Loan/Mortgage How Much Can You Borrow…

Property Advice

• 20 Jun 2020
• 7 min read
• 0

An RHB Analyst View Of The Singapore Property Market (Post Covid-19): A Recap

As we head into the second phase of the circuit breaker in Singapore, things are looking to be slightly more positive in the near future.  Retail shops are gradually reopening, bubble tea shops are back, and to the delight of…

Property Market Commentary

• 19 Jun 2020
• 8 min read
• 1