Paying off the home loan early isn’t the universally right move for everyone: it can tie up a lot of money in a property asset. But there are homeowners who aim to do just this, and some have ambitious goals…
Editor's Pick
2024 was the year of the sub sale transaction. Usually rare, there were 1,428 sub sale transactions for the whole of the year; up from 1,294 units in 2023, and up from a mere 178 units(!) back in 2020. But…
Editor's Pick
The fast sales of Parktown Residence, Lentor Central Residences, and previously Emerald of Katong have set expectations quite high. A number of market watchers speculated that we might see the same for Bloomsbury Residences and One Marina Gardens (OMG). After…
Property Market Commentary
For many buyers, proximity to an MRT station is non-negotiable—but finding a well-located home that’s also affordable can be a challenge. This week, we’ve rounded up five of the cheapest 4-room HDB flats that are all within walking distance of…
On The Market
Dual-key units are something of a niche property. On the one hand, having a subunit opens up many different possibilities. On the other hand, some might complain that it restricts interior design possibilities and uses more space for utilities. This…
Homeowner Stories
Project Case Study: Penrose Client Details Buyer’s Brief Challenges they faced First Consultation: A Breakdown Everyone loves to say, “Buy when the market is down.” It’s the golden rule of investing, the advice everyone claims they’d follow. But in reality?…
Investor Case Studies
When my partner and I started discussing marriage, one of the things we brought up was a prenup. Not exactly the most romantic conversation (and maybe even one that rubs some people the wrong way), but a necessary one. Because…
Homeowner Stories
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…
Home Tours
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,…
Singapore Property 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…
Singapore 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
