The Ministry of National Development (MND) and HDB have announced another round of property cooling measures. This is primarily to cool the HDB resale market while providing more support for first-time home buyers. This will take effect from 20 August 2024, 12.00 am where the […]
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The Hill @ One-North Condo Review And Investment Analysis
The Hill @ One-North is a 99-year leasehold mixed-use development with commercial and F&B outlets at first storey. Located along Slim Barracks Rise in Singapore’s District 5, it will offer 142 residential units of 2- to 4-bedrooms (please refer to The Hill floor plans). They […]
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 readingKassia Review: Freehold Condo At Flora Drive A Good Investment?
This is a review of Kassia Condo, a freehold condo development in Singapore’s District 17 by Tripartite Developers Pte Ltd. Nestled in the serene private residential enclave of Flora Drive with a total site area of 14,013 sq m (150,840 sq ft) and a plot […]
Continue readingSora Condo Review: Lakeside Living In Vibrant Jurong Lake District
This is a property review of Sora, a 99-year leasehold condominium development at Yuan Ching Road in Singapore’s District 22. Located within the exciting Jurong Lake District and overlooking the Jurong Lake Gardens, it will be redeveloped from the former Park View Mansions that was […]
Continue readingUnderstanding Singapore Property Policies & Financing Options
Navigating Singapore’s private residential property market can present significant challenges. Equip yourself with essential information on Singapore property policies, financing alternatives, and in-depth market research to make informed decisions during your property investment journey. Singapore’s property market stands out as one of the most robust […]
Continue readingHDB Resale Flat Listing (RFL) Service Guide: How to Use It?
Key Takeaways: HDB Resale Flat Listing (RFL) Service: Streamlined Process: The RFL portal integrates listing management, viewings, and transactions for sellers and buyers, offering a seamless experience. Enhanced Visibility and Verification: Sellers gain increased exposure to genuine buyers with HDB Flat Eligibility letters, ensuring interest […]
Continue readingNewport Residences Condo Review: Location, Price, Investment Analysis
This is a review of Newport Residences, an upcoming freehold mixed-use development located at 80 Anson Road in Singapore’s prime District 2 next to the Greater Southern Waterfront. Within walking distance of the Price Edward (Circle Line) and Tanjong Pagar (East-West Line) MRT stations, there […]
Continue readingLentor Mansion Review: Condo with Largest Land Plot in New Precinct
This is a review of Lentor Mansion in Singapore’s District 26, the 5th condo development to be launched in the new Lentor township. With a site area spanning almost 22,00 sq m, the mansion-style development boasts the largest land plot in the new Lentor precinct. […]
Continue readingWhat is an En Bloc Sale? A Detailed Guide to the Process and Timeline
En bloc sale, also commonly known as collective sale, has become a buzzword in Singapore’s property market since it first took place in 1994 with the Cozy Mansion sale in East Coast. The term “en bloc” is derived from the French language, meaning “collective”. An […]
Continue readingLentoria Condo Review & Analysis: 10 Key Selling Points
This is a review of Lentoria, a 99-year leasehold condo development located at Lentor Hills Road in Singapore’s District 26. It will be developed by TID, a joint venture between the Hong Leong Group and Mitsui Fudosan. The 116,456 sq ft (10,819.04 sq m) site […]
Continue readingLumina Grand EC Review: Bukit Batok Executive Condo By CDL
This is a review of Lumina Grand EC, a 99-year leasehold executive condo development located in Bukit Batok West Avenue 5 in Singapore’s District 23. To be developed by City Developments Limited (CDL), the project occupying a land size of 16,623.67 sq m (178,937 sq […]
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 readingHillock Green Condo Review: Location, Price, And Investment Analysis
Hillock Green Preview: From 28 October 2023 This is a review of Hillock Green condo, a 99-year leasehold development in the new Lentor private residential precinct in Singapore’s District 26. It is within a 2-minute walk of the Lentor MRT station and next to the […]
Continue readingJ’Den Condo Review: Living At the Heart of Jurong Lake District
J’Den Preview: 28 October to 7 November 2023 This is a review of J’Den, a 99-year mixed-use development at the heart of the Jurong Lake District (JLD) in Singapore’s District 22. It will be the redevelopment of the former JCube, a shopping mall which features […]
Continue readingLentor Hills Residences Condo Review: Location, Price, Investment Potential
This is a review of Lentor Hills Residences, a 99-year leasehold condo development in Singapore’s District 26. Situated at Lentor Hills Road, the project will be undertaken by a consortium made up of Intrepid Investments (a unit of Hong Leong Holdings), GuocoLand, and TID Residential […]
Continue readingTMW Maxwell Condo Review: Mixed-Use Development Near Maxwell MRT
This review of TMW Maxwell, a forthcoming mixed-use development that will offer 324 residential units, 8 restaurants, and 3 retail outlets. It will be constructed on the site of the former Maxwell House, a commercial building located in Singapore’s coveted District 2. Maxwell House was […]
Continue readingThe Arden: Condo Review: Location, Price, Investment Analysis
This is a review of The Arden (雅诗轩), a 99-year leasehold condo at Phoenix Road in Singapore’s District 23. Comprising 3 blocks totalling 105 units of 2- to 4-bedrooms, this boutique development by Qingjian Realty Pte Ltd is expected to be launched in the 2nd […]
Continue readingAltura EC Review: Location, Price, Investment Potential
This is a review of Altura EC located at Bukit Batok West Avenue 8 in Singapore’s District 23. To be developed by a joint venture between Qingjian Realty and Santarli Construction, it offers 360 residential units of 3- to 5-bedrooms. The 12,449.3 sq m site […]
Continue readingLakegarden Residences Condo Review: Location, Price, Investment Potential
This is a property review of Lakegarden Residences, a 99-year leasehold condo development at Yuan Ching Road overlooking the Jurong Lake Gardens in Singapore’s District 22. Located within the Jurong Lake District (JLD), which will be the biggest business district outside the city, it will […]
Continue readingGrand Dunman Condo Review: Location, Price, Developer, Investment Analysis
This is a review of Grand Dunman, a mega 99-year leasehold condo development in Singapore’s District 15. To be developed by Sing-Haiyi Jade, a unit of SingHaiyi Group, the mega-site occupies a land area of 25,234.3 sq m (271,619.74 sq ft) and will offer 1,035 […]
Continue readingPinetree Hill Condo Review: Location, Price, Investment Potential
This is a review of Pinetree Hill Condo, a 99-year leasehold development located at Pine Grove in Singapore’s District 21. Nestled in a private residential enclave in Ulu Pandan and along the prime Holland Road corridor, it is expected to attract property investors looking for […]
Continue readingA Complete Guide: Buying A Resale Private Property In Singapore
This is a complete guide on buying a resale private property in Singapore. It will detail the step-by-step process in landing your dream home. For a quick access to the various sections of the post, please click on the links in the Table of Contents […]
Continue readingThe Myst Condo Review: Location, Price, Investment Potential
This is a review of The Myst Condo, a 99-year leasehold development with 408 residential units of 1- to 5-bedrooms. Located at Upper Bukit Timah Road in Singapore’s District 23, it is within a 5-minute walk from the Cashew MRT station and a 9-minute walk […]
Continue readingKey Considerations for Buying a Property in Singapore
If you are buying a property in Singapore, there are a number of important factors to consider. This will include the eligibility to purchase a property as a Singapore Citizen or a Foreigner. Investing in a Singapore property is a huge financial commitment. Yet, Singapore […]
Continue readingHow to Calculate Singapore Property Stamp Duties BSD, ABSD And SSD?
It is important to know what are the Singapore property stamp duties – BSD, ABSD and SSD – as they will have an impact on your property investment. But first of all, what are they? Basically, they are acronyms for Buyer’s Stamp Duty, Additional Buyer’s […]
Continue readingThe Reserve Residences Condo Review: Location, Price, Investment Analysis
This is a review of The Reserve Residences, a 99-year integrated development located at Jalan Anak Bukit in Singapore’s District 21, and next to the Bukit Timah Nature Reserves. To be developed by Far East Organization (FEO) and its Hong Kong-based sister company Sino Group, […]
Continue readingThe Continuum Condo Review: Location, Price, Investment Analysis
This is a review of The Continuum, a freehold condo development at Thiam Siew Avenue in Singapore’s District 15. Jointly developed by Hoi Hup Realty and Sunway Developments, it will comprise four 17-story and two 18-story blocks housing a total of 816 residential units. They […]
Continue readingBlossoms By The Park Condo Review: Location, Price, Investment Analysis
This is a review of Blossoms By The Park, an upcoming mixed-use development with commercial units at the ground floor located at Slim Barracks Rise. It is located within the vibrant One-North precinct in Singapore’s District 5, aka Singapore’s Silicon Valley. With a land size […]
Continue readingTembusu Grand Condo Review: Location, Price, Investment Analysis
This is a review of Tembusu Grand, a 99-year leasehold condominium development at Jalan Tembusu in Singapore’s highly popular and vibrant District 15. It will have four 20- and 21-storey blocks with a total of 638 units of 1- to 5 bedrooms, including 2 penthouses. […]
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