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Property & Housing in Singapore


31 Mar 2025 - An Expat’s Guide to Luxury Condo Living in Singapore

Singapore is widely regarded as an ideal destination for expats seeking a high quality of life, thanks to its exceptional infrastructure, safety,...


19 Feb 2025 - The Role of Foreign Investors in Singapore’s Real Estate Market

Singapore has long been recognized as a global financial hub, attracting investors from around the world. Its strategic location, robust legal...


19 Dec 2024 - Condo vs. Landed Property: Which is the Better Investment for Expats?

Investing in real estate gives foreigners a great chance to get wealthy and establish themselves in a new nation. Choosing between a landed...


13 Dec 2024 - Real Estate Crowdfunding: A Holy Grail for Small Investments

How Real Estate Crowdfunding Can Help Small Investments Real estate crowdfunding has developed as a captivating means for small investors to...


24 Oct 2024 - Architecture Focus: HDB Flats

The ubiquitous HDB flat, a common sight in Singapore, though not frequently lauded for its glamorous aesthetic, is one of the most efficient and...


06 Oct 2024 - Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) for Expats: A Wise Choice?

For many expats looking to maximize their investments while living abroad, the prospect of delving into real estate often arises. However, the...


03 Apr 2024 - Luxury Living: Exploring High End Properties in Singapore

It is important to recognize the distinction between two primary segments within the broader luxury industry: luxury goods and luxury property....


11 Jan 2024 - Sustainable Development and Green Buildings in Singapore's Real Estate Market

Commitment to Sustainable Practices Singapore's stature as a global hub for sustainable real estate and the built environment is...


10 Jan 2024 - The Rise of Smart Homes in Asia's Luxury Real Estate Sector

The realm of real estate is witnessing a remarkable transformation, particularly in Asia, where technology's evolution plays a pivotal role. The...


29 Dec 2023 - Asian Real Estate Laws: What International Investors Need to Know

Understanding the landscape of Asian real estate laws is crucial for international investors. Since the establishment of the ASEAN Economic...


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...


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...


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...


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...


12 Aug 2020 - Demand for Singapore property during the pandemic

In spite of initial predictions that demand for housing would remain low after the dip in April, sales of new homes, as well as the sale of resale...


16 Jun 2020 - Forett at Bukit Timah

Forett at Bukit Timah, an upcoming 633-unit FREEHOLD condominium will be launched for sale in the exclusive residential enclave along Toh Tuck...


18 Mar 2020 - Property Market Cooling Measures in Singapore

Over the past decade, the Singapore government has been employing a variety of ways in order to cool the property market. Such measures, often put...


26 Apr 2018 - Buying Public Housing Property with CPF

So now that we know roughly what the CPF is, and how we might withdraw the money during our retirement years, some of us might wonder if there...


05 Dec 2017 - Best 5 External Waterproofing Solutions

To reduce the cost of maintaining a warm home in the rainy months, there’s a whole range of things you can do, not least waterproofing...