History in the Heart of Town — D1/2 Shophouses

Shophouses in Singapore host a nostalgic and sentimental spirit of the past. It reminds us of how far we have come from a fishing village to a first world city. Beyond humble beginnings, it is a functional relic that represents our heritage and identity. Particularly in the Central Business District…

A New Buyer’s Map for 2022 – PLB’s Near-MRT Condo Catalogue

When taking the next step into private property (or perhaps you’re venturing into it as your first property), the options are nearly endless. There are so many options out there. How should we go about shortlisting our favourite projects. In our latest Insights article, we explore how to get started on shortlisting your favourite spots.

New ABSD on Living Trusts — How will it affect HNW Property Investments?

On Sunday (8 May), the government put into place another Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty (ABSD). This time, on Living Trusts. Why implement a new ABSD rule? Who does it affect? What will happen from now on? In our latest Insights article, we explore the New ABSD on Living Trusts and how they might affect High Net Worth (HNW) Property Investments.

What is the Role of Real Estate in High Net Worth Portfolios?

What comes to mind when you think of real estate? To most, it is home, family, lifestyle. A place of rest and relief from the outside world. Beyond our private residential use of real estate, it is also a common form of investment. In our latest Insights article, we explore the Role of Real Estate in High Net Worth Portfolios.

Low lease projects: Does it make sense to buy?

Recently, we see more young couples opting for older properties and may have met some “traditional’ resistance. Are these old-school objections to low lease projects wisdom, or just opinion? In our latest Insights article, we explore the idea of purchasing low lease properties in Singapore.

MOAT Analysis — Volume Effect

Unique to PLB, our MOAT Analysis tool is capable of providing a comprehensive bird’s eye view on factors influencing the future value of your new home. In our latest Insights article, we dived into the first factor of our MOAT Analysis tool – Volume Effect. Why does it matter? And how is volume being used as a signal?

Largest Interest Rate Hike in 22 Years — How will the Market React?

The U.S. Fed has recently announced the largest interest rate hike in 20 years. Interest rates are set to rise by 0.5%. Should Singaporeans be worried? What are the things you should look out for? In our latest Insights article, we explore the Largest Interest Rate Hike in 22 Years and how it might affect the market.