Leasehold condos sitting on freehold land make up just 0.8% of homes in Singapore. What do we know about them, and where are they?
Property Picks
Most property agents are honest, if for no other reason than having a license to lose. However, whether through inexperience or outright lying, we sometimes hear things that are questionable; if not just plain wrong. Not all realtors are equal,…
Property Market Commentary
The Lentor area has been the talk of the town in the last few months. Mainly because there have been three condo projects launched in the last 14 months alone: Lentor Modern, Lentor Hills Residences, and Hillock Green. If you’re…
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26 Nov 2023
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In this week’s episode, a home in Tiong Bahru, built in 1973, unfolds its unique charm. Spanning 800 square feet, the apartment underwent a significant layout transformation. The main entrance now seamlessly aligns with the back door, creating a generous…
Home Tours
We tend to overlook petrol stations, when it comes to analysing real estate. The humble petrol kiosk is not something we look for, when scouting out the surroundings of a condo; and most brochures would never bother to mention these….
Singapore Property News
In the quest for the perfect one-bedroom condo, size does matter – especially when it comes to liveable, indoor space. In today’s market, it’s easy to be misled by listings boasting spacious one-bedders, only to find out that much of…
Property Picks
Dear Stacked Homes Being an avid reader of your materials, I was wondering if you provide some (free) advice on our situation: 01. We are already in the process of selling our current joint-named property. 02. The following will be…
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24 Nov 2023
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In this week’s episode, we explore a thoughtfully designed home in Tampines, embodying Japanese minimalism and Scandinavian warmth. The five-room HDB spans 1,216 sqft, harmoniously balancing natural light, minimalism, and neutral tones. Starting at the entrance, a sizable seven-panel shoe…
Home Tours
Contrary to general perception, HDB flats can be more unique than one might think. It’s not just about the layout, views, or shapes; sometimes, it’s about unique features that add an unexpected charm to your living space. This week, we’re…
On The Market
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23 Nov 2023
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When it comes to new homes, the design and construction of the home is one of the main areas where people lose their cool, or get disappointed. There’s a real “asymmetry of information” issue here, as the world of contractors,…
Editor's Pick
The problem with new launch condos is that there’s nothing solid to inspect. You’re mostly going on brochures, trust, and a show flat; and if you’ve never bought from a developer before, you may not even know what to ask….
Property Advice
Not long ago, I embarked on a tour of the conservation houses along Blair Road. As part of the research for the article, I managed to speak to some individuals who had once owned or lived in these historic dwellings….
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19 Nov 2023
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In this week’s episode, we explore a 732-square-foot, three-room flat nestled in the charming neighbourhood of Bukit Batok. It has been the current occupants’ residence for approximately one month, and it is a home designed with simplicity and practicality in…
Home Tours
We have the solution to the co-broking problem (because hopeless optimism is still a kind of solution) 16 property agencies have signed a Memorandum Of Understanding, on how to resolve co-broking disputes. If you’re not sure why this is a…
Singapore Property News
Hi Ryan Good Day! Recently started to c ur U tube. Would like some advice. We currently hold a sizeable unit at Braddell View (BV). Bought a couple of years ago hoping for the enbloc, which of course did not materialise. It…
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18 Nov 2023
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If you’re tracking the latest trends in Singapore’s property market, you’ll find the recent sale at Jadescape particularly noteworthy. A unit at the development has just notched a profit of $1.122 million, a figure that stands out despite it being…
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Watten House will be the latest of UOL’s series of luxury developments, boasting of rarely seen large floor plates including penthouses that span more than 4,000 sqft. Nestled in a prestigious neighbourhood and 2 top primary schools within 1 km, asking prices for some units are in excess of $10m, meaning that buyers in this category have plenty of options. Will the product here be luxurious enough to wow buyers to take the plunge?
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17 Nov 2023
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With more Singaporean families being dual-income, grandparents’ support has become vital. The topic has been in the news, on and off, for as long as most of us can remember. (Although we had better add, not all grandparents are happy…
Homeowner Stories
