War & Singaporean Real Estate
War is a terrifying affair. Over the past two weeks, we’ve been reminded of newscasts covering the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Social media posts of people closest to the war share their raw emotions of fear over the uncertainty and keep the world on its toes. Our heart goes out to all the lives lost in the conflict and hope for peace to return to the region. In our latest Insights article, we bring up three points on how geopolitical instability in other parts of the world impacts Singapore’s market by learning from history.
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The Basics of Renting Real Estate in Singapore as a Foreigner
For those intending to stay in Singapore for a shorter term, renting might be the better option as opposed to buying a property. Or maybe you’re looking for a landed property, which foreigners “can’t” buy in Singapore. (Foreigners may purchase landed property only after special approval from the Singapore Land Authority; these restrictions are relaxed for landed properties on Sentosa Cove). Whatever the case is, read on to find out more about renting in Singapore as a Foreigner!
7 Key Strategies to Help Sell Your HDB!
Selling your flat can be exciting. You may be selling for profit, or you just need to upgrade space. Either way, you need to be informed of the process and its costs to sell your property. Having the proper knowledge can increase your chance of the selling process happening quickly and efficiently. In our latest article, we discuss the seven key strategies to help sell your HDB!
Why are Shophouses a Good Investment?
Stocks, bonds, REITs, and real estate are all standard features of an investment portfolio in Singapore. But do you know that Shophouses can be a great form of real estate investment as well?
In our latest Insights article, we explore 10 main reasons why Shophouses are attractive investment opportunities.
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Why Home Staging is Crucial – 5 Ways to Impress Home Buyers
Staging your home is a crucial step in achieving the maximal sales price possible. While every property owner tries to make their property as presentable as possible when it is for sale, the question remains: how do I make my property stand out so it sells quickly for the highest price? In this article, we will explain why staging your house is so crucial and offer 5 staging tips that will impress your home’s buyer.
Should You Pay Off Your Mortgage Loan Early? Does It Make Sense?
The majority of property purchases in Singapore are financed and the property owners are responsible for a monthly mortgage on the property. In this article, we will look at the types of mortgages available to prospective property buyers, and whether it makes sense to repay the mortgage ahead of schedule.
What is inside a Real Estate Salesperson exam? Let’s break it down.
Ever wondered what taking the Real Estate Salesperson examinations entails? In this Insights article, we break down what the exams’ objectives are, how to take them and breakdown of the modules taught.
Who has a better Rental Market? Singapore VS The Rest of the World?
The world is increasingly globalised and interconnected. And with this comes better opportunities, especially for property investors. Property markets in developed countries like Singapore, Australia, and Canada have been desirable for real estate investors for a long time due to the recovery and robustness of these markets despite economic slumps. However, which country has the best to offer in real estate? Find out more in our latest Insights article!
What to Expect from the East of the West? | District 5, District 15’s Twin Brothers?
D05 (West Coast) – consisting of Clementi, Dover, Buona Vista, and Pasir Panjang estates – is an up-and-coming rival to the more established East Coast, and appears to have an even more promising future than its counterpart. In this article, we explain the present and future allure of D05 with the planned Greater Southern Waterfront Project. We also show how D05 offers its own moat against other popular districts like D15 (East Coast) and D19 (Serangoon Gardens).
Landed Luxuries – Pricing of GCB in Different Regions
Good class bungalows (GCBs) are the most exclusive and esteemed type of landed housing in Singapore. GCBs represent a symbol of prestige and one may consider it as the apex of the landed housing segment. It’s no secret that GCBs come with hefty price tags to the tune of tens and hundreds of millions of dollars, and what we would like to delve deeper into today is the price trends of GCBs in the different regions of Singapore – addressing questions such as whether there are any similarities in price behaviours, price quantum, or whether there is any form of price hierarchy across the different regions.
