There’s a reason why many Singaporeans equate balloting for Build-To-Order (BTO) flats to a lucky draw. It’s not just because there’s always almost an oversubscription of hopeful buyers to obtain their first or second HDB flat; rather, it’s because up until now, BTO flats have almost always been sold at a profit. This lies largely […]
In our previous article about when you should sell your Executive Condominium (EC). We discussed Bishan Loft as a major anomaly. Its average price psf has increased by about 167% since it first obtained its Temporary Occupation Permit (TOP) in 2003: from an average of $440.80 psf in 2003, to an average of $1176.30 psf […]
You’ve probably stumbled across this article if you’re kiasu like me – you don’t want to buy your dream HDB flat, be it BTO or resale, only to realize that your dream has somehow warped into a chilling nightmare. Sounds like an exaggeration? For some of you, it may very well not be. To avoid […]
Condominiums are usually seen as expensive and luxurious private properties that Singaporeans continuously aspire towards. The thing is, though, not all condominiums have to be expensive – in our YouTube video. We covered three affordable condominiums that all cost less than or around half a million dollars. However, the key question is: are they really […]
Singaporeans seem to have a deep-rooted belief that Executive Condominiums (ECs) almost always guarantee a profit. Unlike private condominiums, buyers are able to buy ECs at a considerably more affordable price than their private counterparts. Lilydale PHOTO: iproperty Coupled with the option of taking a Central Provision Fund (CPF) grant when buying the EC, many […]
With a firm emphasis on equal opportunity and inclusiveness, National Development Minister Desmond Lee discussed the possibility of regulating the reselling of future Build-To-Order (BTO) flats located in prime locations. National Development Minister Desmond Lee PHOTO: MCI This announcement should not come as a surprise. In March this year, the previous Minister of National Development, […]
You have worked hard and you have looked forward to this day. Now that work is officially out of your life, you finally have time to enjoy your new retirement lifestyle. Singapore is an expensive city to live in, however, with the right financial planning, you can definitely enjoy your remaining years in comfort. Our […]
Imagine staying in one of the tallest residential buildings in Singapore. That will be the Avenue South Residence, a 99-year leasehold condominium located along Silat Avenue. Consisting of 1,074 units across two 56-storeys high residential towers and low-rise buildings, it has a total land area of 245,974.6 square feet with a range of unit types […]
Now that you have a new place you can call your own – how do you elevate your house to become a home? You do not have to break the bank to fill your cozy little space! Just like many of your peers who have turned to Taobao, you may have scour the website to […]
Located right smack in the green oasis heartlands of Aljunied, Penrose Condominium is definitely one of the most-anticipated developments in 2020 to look out for. Located at the CBD city fringe, this 99-year leasehold condominium is slated for completion by 2025, with a total of about 17 blocks consisting of 560 premium residential units. There […]
When you think about the “Clementi” district, there is no doubt it is one of the most popular locations in Singapore. When word had it that Parc Clematis is about to launch, demand was buzzing non-stop! It is not hard to see why. Parc Clematis, a picture of sophistication and modern luxe living Developed by […]
You have found someone to BTO with, but found it difficult to secure your dream home? You are definitely not alone. You may start to think about choosing a resale flat instead. Common unspoken dilemmas: BTO applications sometimes take way too long. In some situations, applying for BTO with your partner may not be the […]
New Launch VS Resale Condominiums! When choosing between a new launch or an existing resale condominium, many Singaporeans face dilemmas trying to make an informed decision. Depending if you are a property investor or a homeowner, here are some things to think about! Halfway into 2020 in June, we are still unsure when will the […]
Does a Home Improvement Programme by HDB actually increase the value of a HDB flat? Get to know how the HIP affects your HDB flat! What is the Home Improvement Programme (HIP)? First up, what is HIP? This programme helps resolve common maintenance problems such as spalling concrete for flats built before 1986. This means […]
East Coast is arguably the most popular GRC estate to be in now. This is especially so after Nomination Day for the General Elections (GE) 2020 in Singapore. Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat was announced to be leading the East Coast GRC team for People’s Action Party to compete against Workers’ Party GRC team […]
Halfway into 2020 in June, we are still in the midst of a massive global COVID-19 pandemic. One of our clients asked us this question – “Should I sell my property now or wait until after COVID-19 end?”. It’s a great question that we would like to address in an article. The more accurate question […]
Cat lovers, do you know that if you owning a cat in a HDB flat, you can be fined up to $4,000? Certainly, pets could provide some great furry companionship in our lives. However, there are rules to owning pets in Singapore with regards to where you stay. In this article, we will be looking […]
Adulting may be difficult at times but the fun part is – you start to own your own assets, including property! When should you start looking into buying your first property? Perhaps it’s for your own living, or for investments? With some proper planning, you will be able to use your property investments to your […]
What happened in 2013 to cause HDB prices to plunge? 2013. The year in which we experienced a 10% drastic drop in HDB prices in Singapore. What happened in 2013, what is the impact on resale HDB flats during then and have we actually recovered from the shock today? Such a catastrophic situation for HDB […]
Imagine this situation: you have shortlisted your ideal home after few nights of intense discussion, and you finally decided to buy a new launch developer’s unit. Now, you learn that you can get a cashback from agent that is selling it to you. Is this true? In any given new launch scenario, the agent that […]
So you bought an investment property years ago, and are now wondering when is the best time to sell? In this article, we share about what we feel are the 3 best timings to sell off an investment unit. Stagnation of prices of the unit when you want to sell off an investment property As […]
What?! No more visitor parking in all the new condominiums in Singapore! Did I hear that right? In this article, we will discuss the new ruling announced by Land Transport Authority (LTA) that will phase out visitor parking lot moving forward called Range-based Parking Provision Standards (RPPS). What is the impact of this new ruling […]
Calling on all Housing and Development Board (HDB) dwellers and owners! Do you know you can buy the small space right outside your door? Have you ever wondered why some HDB flats have their gates outside on the common corridor and some have them just right outside the door? That fine difference is because of […]
It would be fair to say that many Singaporeans regard owning a landed property in Singapore as the “beacon of success”. But how much do you know about landed property in Singapore? Read on for the ultimate guide to knowing and buying landed property locally! 3 types of landed houses in Singapore Although we can […]
The unofficial word of the year, ‘unprecedented’, is the perfect way to describe these times right now. From 7 April 2020, Singapore has officially entered the circuit breaker period (similar to a lockdown in other countries), in order to slow down the escalating COVID-19 infections. During this time, Singaporeans are advised to stay home as […]
On April 3, 2020, Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong declared that everyone in the country must remain at home to stop the spread of COVID-19. He likened the situation to a circuit breaker, a device that safely blocks the current flow in an electric circuit. The order was supposed to last until May 4. […]
Between a 4-bedroom condominium or a 4-bedrooms landed property, which will you choose? Setting the premise, we can put the budget estimate at around S$2.5 million. There is interest to purchase a 4-bedroom unit. We are also looking at a traditional landed property and not cluster housing. Looking at your lifestyle needs Lifestyle needs is […]
Tips To Sell Off Your Unit Quickly #1 Appraise the demand for the unit before selling your housing unit So, you want to sell your housing unit quickly. Firstly, we have to assess the demand for the unit that is being sold. We can approximate the demand of a unit through its past transactions. If […]
What is the Estate Upgrading Programme? Announced on 25th October 2019, the Ministry of National Development (MND) will spend S$29 million to conduct a Private Estate Upgrade in 10 private estates. This is the tenth batch of the Estate Upgrading Programme (EUP). Since 20 years ago, MND has spent about S$187 million under the EUP […]
