TL;DR Buying an HDB BTO flat in Singapore requires meeting eligibility criteria (citizenship, income, family nucleus), applying for an HDB Flat Eligibility (HFE) letter, and participating in a ballot during one of three annual BTO launches. Successful applicants pay a booking fee, choose a unit, […]
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Executive Condo Review – Is It A Good Investment Property? [Case Study]
Can an executive condo (EC) be a good investment? To answer this question, let’s undertake the following EC case studies: Comparison of 10-year island-wide price trend of executive condos (EC) versus 99-year leasehold private condos. Comparison of average price (psf) growth between executive condos and […]
Continue readingSingapore Housing Regions: CCR, RCR, OCR & Districts Guide
Singapore housing regions are broadly divided into the Core Central Region (CCR), the Rest of Central Region (RCR), and the Outside Central Region (OCR). Each region offers different living and lifestyle experiences, as well as long-term investment potential. Why Regional Classifications and the Districts […]
Continue readingNarra Residences: Condo Review, Investment Analysis and Insights
This is a review of the Narra Residences (翠岚轩), a 99-year leasehold condo development at Dairy Farm Walk in Singapore’s District 23. It is located near Pending LRT (Bukit Panjang) and Hillview MRT (Downtown Line) stations. Occupying an approximate site area of 235,526.0 sqft (21,881.1 […]
Continue readingPinery Residences: Condo Review, Price Analysis & Investment Guide
This is a property review of Pinery Residences, a mixed development at Tampines Street 94 in Singapore’s District 18. It will be integrated with the Tampines West MRT station on the Downtown Line via an underground linkway. To be developed by a joint venture between […]
Continue readingTampines Regional Centre: A Vibrant Shopping Haven & Housing Estate (Review)
In this review of the Tampines Regional Centre, you will learn about the latest developments and how they will ensure it will remain one of Singapore’s property hotspots. Established in 1992, the Tampines Regional Centre is one of Singapore’s most mature and dynamic regional hubs. […]
Continue readingGreater One-North: Property Hotspot in a High-Tech & Research Hub (Review & Insights)
In this review of the Greater One-North, learn how it is set to become one of Singapore’s emerging property hotspots. Originally conceived as a high-tech research hub, it is evolving into a fully integrated live-work-play-learn precinct. The 200-hectare R&D and innovation district, comprising Biopolis, Fusionopolis, […]
Continue readingRivelle Tampines EC: Review, Market Analysis & Investment Insights
This is a property review of Rivelle Tampines EC, a 572-unit executive condominium development with 3- to 5-bedroom configurations, located at Tampines Street 95 in Singapore’s District 18. To be developed by the Sim Lian Group, it is just a 5-minute stroll from the Tampines […]
Continue readingRiver Modern Condo Review, Investment Analysis & Market Insights
This is an in-depth River Modern condo review, a 99-year leasehold mixed development with commercial shops on the ground floor by GuocoLand, one of Singapore’s real estate developers known for transforming neighbourhoods. Located at River Valley Green in Singapore’s prime District 9, it will offer […]
Continue readingNewton/Novena Master Plan: Health City Novena to Spur Transformation (Review & Insights)
Under the Novena Master Plan, the Health City Novena will take advantage of the large cluster of medical centres and facilities, as well as hospitals in the area to build a world-class integrated medical hub. The Novena/Newton/Orchard Road areas in Singapore’s Core Central Region (CCR) […]
Continue readingDevelopment of Tampines North: A Green & Well-Connected Township (Review & Insights)
The exciting development of Tampines North, which is an extension of the Tampines Regional Centre, is expected to further boost its reputation as an ideal location to live, work, play and study. Due to its strategic location straddling key economic areas – Changi Region in […]
Continue readingCoastal Cabana EC: Review, Analysis & Investment Guide
This is a property review of Coastal Cabana, an executive condo development at Jalan Loyang Besar in Pasir Ris, Singapore’s District 18. It will offer 748 units, ranging from 3 to 5 bedrooms, spread across 16 blocks of 11- and 12-storey towers with roof terrace. […]
Continue reading11 Real Estate Marketing Ideas for Effective Home Sales In Singapore
Property marketing involves promoting properties to attract potential buyers or renters. This encompasses online and offline strategies to showcase properties effectively. To achieve optimal pricing for a property, whether you are a real estate agent representing a client or a homeowner marketing your own asset, […]
Continue readingW Residences – Marina View: Condo Review & Investment Analysis
This is an in-depth property review of W Residences – Marina View, a luxurious 51-storey mixed-use development integrated with a hotel within the Central Business District (CBD) in Singapore’s District 1. Located at Marina View just off Shenton Way in the Marina Bay area, it […]
Continue readingAurea Condo Review: Reimagining of Iconic Golden Mile Complex
This is a property review of Aurea, a 99-year mixed-use development on Beach Road just a 5-minute walk from the Nicoll Highway MRT station in Singapore’s District 7. Redeveloped from the conserved Golden Mile Complex, it will comprise a commercial development with 156 Grade A […]
Continue readingOne Sophia Review: Prime Mixed-Use Development in District 9
This is a property review of The Collective at One Sophia (former Peace Centre), a 99-year leasehold mixed-use development at Sophia Road in Singapore’s prime District 9. To be jointly developed by renowned developers CEL Development and SingHaiyi Group following their successful en bloc acquisition […]
Continue readingUnion Square Residences Review: Exclusive Mixed-Use Development by CDL
This is a property review of Union Square Residences, a mixed-use development by City Developments Ltd (CDL) located at the corner of Havelock Road and Keng Cheow Street, near the vibrant Clarke Quay. It is within walking distance of Clarke Quay, Singapore River, Chinatown, Boat […]
Continue readingUpperhouse @ Orchard Boulevard Review – Integrated Development in Prime District 10
This is an in-depth property review of Upperhouse @ Orchard Boulevard, a prestigious 99-year leasehold integrated development located at the junction of Orchard Boulevard and Grange Road in Singapore’s prime District 10. Its address is 22 Orchard Boulevard 249628. Beside it is the exclusive Chatsworth […]
Continue readingThe Sen Condo – Review, Price and Investment Analysis
This is an in-depth property review of The Sen Condo, a 99-year leasehold development located at De Souza Avenue, off Jalan Jurong Kechil in Singapore’s District 21. The area is known for its serene environment and proximity to several nature parks. To be developed by […]
Continue readingZyon Grand Review: A Mixed Development Integrated with Havelock MRT
This is a property review of Zyon Grand, a mixed-use development integrated with the Havelock MRT station situated at Zion Road, Singapore’s District 3. Developed through a joint venture between City Developments Limited (CDL) and Mitsui Fudosan, the project will feature two striking 62-storey residential […]
Continue readingFaber Residence Condo Review: Living Next to Pandan River & Nature in Singapore’s District 5
This is a property review of Faber Residence, a 99-year leasehold condo at Faber Walk in Singapore’s District 5. It will be developed by a consortium comprising GuocoLand, TID (a joint venture between Hong Leong Holdings and Mitsui Fudosan), and Intrepid Investments (a wholly owned […]
Continue readingPenrith Review: A City-Fringe Condo Near Queenstown MRT
Penrith Condo Preview: 3- 14 October 2025 This is a property review of Penrith Condo, a 99-year leasehold development at Margaret Drive in Singapore’s District 3. It is conveniently situated within a 4-minute stroll from Queenstown MRT station on the East-West Line, linked by a […]
Continue readingOne Marina Gardens Review: An Investment Risk or Opportunity?
This is an in-depth property review of One Marina Gardens is a luxurious 99-year leasehold integrated development connected to the Marina South MRT station and next to Gardens by the Bay in Singapore’s District 1. To be developed by Kingsford Development Pte Ltd, it aims […]
Continue readingSkye At Holland Review: Prime District 10 Condo Near Holland Village
This is a property review of Skye At Holland, a 99-year leasehold condo development with two 40-storey blocks offering 666 residential units ranging from 2- to 5-bedroom. Located at Holland Drive, it is a stone’s throw from the vibrant Holland Village in Singapore’s Prime District […]
Continue readingIs Investing In HDB Flats A Good Option?
Although many Singaporeans aspire to own private properties, would investing in HDB flats be a good option? It can certainly be for first-time buyers such as young couples looking to purchase their first matrimonial homes. Firstly, HDB flats are highly subsidised and home ownership is […]
Continue readingHow to Choose a Home Loan in Singapore. Factors to Consider [Guide]
A home loan will almost certainly be the biggest financial commitment of your life. For most Singaporeans, we’re talking about a debt that can easily stretch 25 to 30 years and costs hundreds of thousands of dollars in interest before it’s cleared. Get it wrong, […]
Continue readingSpringleaf Residence Review: A Pricing & Market Analysis of a District 26 Condo
This is an in-depth property review of Springleaf Residence, a 99-year leasehold condo development situated along Upper Thomson Road in Singapore’s District 26. The 32,023.7 sqm site (Parcel B) is located next to the Springleaf MRT station on the Thomson-East Coast Line. To be jointly […]
Continue readingHow to Sell Your Private Property in Singapore without an Agent
How to sell your private property in Singapore without an agent? This step-by-step guide will cover research, pricing, preparation, marketing, and legal procedures. This process is often referred to as a “For Sale By Owner” (FSBO). The primary motivation is clear: to save the substantial […]
Continue readingPromenade Peak Review: A District 3 Condo Pricing & Investment Analysis
This is an in-depth property review of Promenade Peak, a 99-year leasehold condo development at Zion Road (Parcel B) in Singapore’s District 3 and at the margin of Prime District 9. It is a short walk from Great World City Shopping Centre (4 minutes) and […]
Continue readingRiver Green Condo Review: Direct Link to Great World City & MRT
This is a in-depth property review of River Green Condo, a 99-year leasehold development located next to the Great World MRT station on the Thomson-East Coast Line and directly linked to Great World City Shopping Mall, a 3-minute walk away. It will be developed by […]
Continue readingCanberra Crescent Residences: A Review of Woodlands’ Exciting Future
Canberra Crescent Residences Preview: 19 – 29 July 2025 This is an in-depth property review of Canberra Crescent Residences, a 99-year leasehold condo development in Singapore’s District 27, a rapidly growing region in the north close to Woodlands Regional Centre. Its address is 51 Canberra […]
Continue readingOtto Place EC Review: Near 2 MRT Stations in Tengah Forest Town
This is an in-depth property review of Otto Place EC at Tengah Plantation Close in Singapore’s District 24. It will be developed by a joint venture between Hoi Hup Realty and Sunway Developments, which also developed Novo Place EC adjacent to it. The development will […]
Continue readingLyndenwoods Review: First Condominium at Singapore Science Park (Attractively Priced)
This is a detailed property review of Lyndenwoods, the first condominium development at Science Park within the Greater One-North area. To be developed by CapitaLand Development (CLD), the project occupies a site area of 0.7 hectares and will offer 343 residential units, ranging from 2 […]
Continue readingSingapore Hike ABSD; Rate Doubles For Foreigners to 60 Percent
The Government has announced increases in the Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty (ABSD) rates to promote a sustainable property market. The revised rates will take effect from 27 April 2023. Although the implementation of the property cooling measures in December 2021 and September 2022 has had […]
Continue readingArina East Residences Review – Exclusive Tanjong Rhu Freehold Condo In District 15
This is an in-depth property review of Arina East Residences, a new freehold condo development by ZACD Group located at Tanjong Rhu in Singapore’s District 15. Formerly known as La Ville, it was acquired through a collective sale for S$152 million. It will be the […]
Continue readingBloomsbury Residences: A Condo Review in Dynamic One-North
This is a detailed property review of Bloomsbury Residences, a 99-year leasehold mixed development with commercial units on the first floor. It is located at Media Circle in One-North, a vibrant high-tech R&D hub in Singapore’s District 5. To be developed by Qingjian Realty and […]
Continue readingSingapore Property Market Overview and Investment Guide
In this overview of the Singapore property market, we will cover some important features to facilitate an informed decision-making. These include the following: Different housing types. Property regulations. Financing frameworks. Investment factors. The Singapore property market has attracted strong interest from both locals and foreigners […]
Continue readingAurelle of Tampines EC Review: Insights & Investment Analysis
This is a property review of Aurelle of Tampines EC located at Tampines Street 62 in Singapore’s District 18. This latest executive condo development in Tampines North, to be developed by Sim Lian Group, will offer 760 spacious 3- to 5-bedroom units catering to different […]
Continue readingLentor Central Residences Review: Investing in Woodlands’ Future
This is a review of Lentor Central Residences in Singapore’s District 26, the sixth of seven land plots being launched in the new Lentor precinct. The five projects launched earlier are the 605-unit Lentor Modern, 474-unit Hillock Green, 267-unit Lentoria, 598-unit Lentor Hills Residences, and […]
Continue readingElta Condo Review & Investment Analysis: Urban Living In Clementi
Launch Preview: From 7 February 2025 Elta Condo is an upcoming 39-storey condo development along Clementi Avenue 1 in Singapore’s District 5. This 99-year leasehold project is a collaboration between MCL Land and CSC Land Group, well-known developers renowned for their commitment to quality and […]
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