One of the most common questions we get is “Should I buy freehold instead of leasehold?” It’s a constant point of concern, although not one that’s easy to answer: property prices move for many different reasons besides the lease (or…
Property Trends
It’s not uncommon to find some small convenience stores, clinics, cafes, etc. within the grounds of some condo projects. Not enough to consider them mixed-use, but enough to provide small amenities; usually to condos that are (or were) further from…
Homeowner Stories
In this week’s episode, we explore a multi-storey family home designed to balance modernity with warmth. The owners spent two years on its architectural design and construction, resulting in a calm and cohesive living space ideal for family life and…
Living In
Always view a resale property more than once: it’s a rule most of us are familiar with. But increasingly, I find there’s a certain “form over function” approach to this. While most buyers do view a property more than once,…
News
Around 2 years ago, we visited Opera Estate, known then for being 1 of Singapore’s most affordable landed enclaves. Just a few minutes walk from Opera Estate is Woo Mon Chew Road, where you can also find freehold properties (mainly…
Landed Home Tours
One of the most talked-about sites recently is the Bayshore GLS site. Already, we’re seeing pre-emptive websites set up to sell the “new Bayshore integrated condo.” But what is it about this site that makes it so hot when, up…
Property Market Commentary
As we write this in April 2025, whispers are going around that two-bedders are the new three-bedders. This is much to the dismay of larger family homebuyers, who may not like such a huge compromise on space. But what can…
Property Picks
Whether it’s for a growing family or simply to enjoy a bit more breathing room, space is often the one thing most flats don’t have enough of. This week, we’ve rounded up five HDB homes that break the mould—each over…
On The Market
With tariff disruptions in the news right now, it’s unsurprising that there are so many questions about the property market, and how we’re affected by all this. The blunt answer, when it comes to such top-level economic issues, is that…
Property News
Imagine discovering that part of your home—say, your driveway or even your swimming pool—was never supposed to be there. That was the reality for one couple in Seletar, who unknowingly lived for nearly 15 years on land they didn’t legally…
Property Advice
Ikigai (いきがい), which means “reason for being” in Japanese, is a freehold condominium located along Shrewsbury Road in Novena (District 11). This 16-unit development adopts a minimalist, Japanese-themed approach, with references to Japan’s cultural philosophy and materials. One of the…
On The Market
Is there even a point to the Executive Condominium (EC) scheme anymore? I know this will ruffle some feathers, but it’s time we gave this some thought. The EC scheme, which dates back to 1995, was designed as a form…
Property News
Depending on who you ask, being the first seller in a condo project is either a blessing or a curse. On the one hand, there’s no prior transactions to hamper your price; and buyers may be more open to negotiation….
Property Advice
In recent months, we’ve seen how pent-up demand can drive strong sales in areas that have gone without a new launch for some time. Chuan Park, The Orie, and even the smaller Bagnall Haus all recorded robust take-up rates—76, 86,…
New Launch Condo Analysis
One Marina Gardens (OMG) has an impressive location; but like all Core Central Region (CCR) properties, it’s also inevitably heavier on the pocket. For those who want a more affordable alternative that’s fairly nearby, here’s a list of resale projects…
Property Picks
In the Singapore property market, the general expectation is that you get a better price (i.e., early-bird pricing).. But whilst this is a common developer pricing strategy, it’s not universal; every now and again, you will come across a new…
Property Market Commentary
Bloomsbury Residences launches in One-North with good differentiating factors: it’s a post-harmonisation project with newer and more efficient layouts, and some might say its facilities are a step-up from surrounding alternatives. But the most important factor, as most of us…
New Launch Condo Analysis
Shrewsbury Road is a tiny landed enclave- it is really just 1 short street- in the heart of Novena. Located between the CTE and Tan Tock Seng hosptal, it packs a lot for such a small area. Along this tiny…
Landed Home Tours
