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27 Apr 2023 - Raising Additional Buyer's Stamp Duty (ABSD) Rates

1. The Government announced today increases in the Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty (ABSD) rates to promote a sustainable property market. The...


30 Mar 2023 - V ON SHENTON PENTHOUSE FOR SALE

  V ON SHENTON PENTHOUSE FOR SALE A fully Interior designed Penthouse is unit designed by renowned Sumisura, the 4 bedroom + family room...


10 Mar 2023 - Renting a Property in Singapore

Finding the right rental house with your budget can be a challenging task, but here are some tips that may help: Determine your budget Before you...


08 Mar 2023 - Why every expat needs an emergency fund

Being an expat abroad definitely has its share of surprises, so it's handy to have an emergency fund to lean on when the unexpected happens!...


07 Mar 2023 - Why is Sentosa Cove a desirable place to live and invest in?

Sentosa Island is not only home to a suite of entertainment venues, but also an upscale home to condominiums and landed houses. During Covid19...


20 Jan 2023 - SENTOSA CONDOMINIUMS FOR SALE

It is never too early to plan for your retirement, and how about your dream property that sits in front of the ocean? Contact your Sentosa...


19 Dec 2021 - Is it safe to let my child play outdoors?

Located in the tropics, land scarce Singapore does not offer the same natural abundance of the seasons’ changes as do many other countries in...


12 Dec 2021 - Buying Private Property with CPF

By using the Ordinary Account savings in their CPF accounts, CPF members are able to purchase property in Singapore for occupation or investment...


07 Dec 2021 - Top 5 Living Room Design Trends You Need to Know

The living room is where we spend most of our time, be it to unwind & relax on a quiet Sunday evening or catch up with friends & family...


06 Oct 2021 - Innovative New Full-Day Preschool Opens at GIIS

Your child’s brain will develop more in the first five years than it will during any other stage throughout life. This is why it’s so...


01 Sep 2021 - The Best Beaches in Singapore

When one thinks of a relaxing beach vacation in a tropical climate, Bali, Da Nang or Boracay are destinations that instantly spring to mind. Seldom...


17 Aug 2021 - Benefits of letting your children play outside

During the holiday season, more so than at any other time during the year, parents are willing to cut their children some slack from their...


24 Jul 2021 - Record-breaking Results by GIIS’ IB Diploma Programme students

The International Baccalaureate® (IB) Diploma Programme (DP) is a highly reputed international high school curriculum for students from 16 to...


24 Jun 2021 - Why Choose an International Curriculum like the IB PYP at GIIS?  

If you're a parent searching for a quality school in Singapore, the Global Indian International School (GIIS) with its International Baccalaureate...


04 Jun 2021 - When Wishes Take Wings - Singapore American School

The 2020-21 school year offered new possibilities for learning, as educators and children adapted to the altered physical and social environment...


03 May 2021 - Looking for Scholarships at International School in Singapore? Check Out Global Indian International

The cost of international education in Singapore can be startling, particularly for expatriate families who may not be accustomed to such high...


21 Mar 2021 - Benefits of letting your children play outside

During the holiday season, more so than at any other time during the year, parents are willing to cut their children some slack from their...


12 Mar 2021 - 7 Unusual Tropical Fruits to Try

For expatriates who are new to the sunny island of Singapore, the wide variety of unusual tropical fruits available can be an eye-opener. Not only...


19 Feb 2021 - Personalised Employment Pass vs Singapore Employment Pass 2021

The Singapore Employment Pass (EP) is a work visa that allows foreign professionals with an opportunity to work in Singapore in certain...


17 Feb 2021 - GIIS East Coast Campus: A Premier Destination for World-Class International Education in Singapore

Nestled in a quiet neighbourhood, away from the crowds and clamour of downtown, you’ll find Global Indian International School (GIIS), an...