With more and more people flocking to cities in search of greener pastures, renting an apartment in Singapore has never been easier. Even with stricter security measures following the tragic attacks that hit the city in September 2016, it’s becoming easier for anyone to find a place to call home. That said, not all properties are created equal and we’ll explain why. The good news is, with a little...
The condo market in Singapore is quite expensive. The average cost of an apartment unit in the city is around S$1,276 per sqft as of March 2018. If you are planning to buy an apartment unit as your primary home, it might be a bit too daunting for you. However, if you plan to buy it as an investment property or secondary residence and don’t mind spending a bit more on it, then this article will help...
Condos are a great investment and are the best investment for Singaporeans. With the prices of HDB resale attaining a new high, HDB will become more expensive in the future. The price of condo is still affordable and it offers great opportunities for investment. In Singapore, a condo is a type of low-rise residential building, located on the first, second, or third floors of a building, and typically...
Apartment living in Singapore isn’t for everyone, but it does have its advantages. While a small studio apartment may not leave much space for your personal belongings and the layout of your home, it will be enough to fit everything you need, from a single bed to a dining table and a kitchenette. With that being said, there are a few things you should keep in mind before moving in with roommates or...
Condominium is a form of housing in which residents own shares in an association that manages the building and its amenities. Owners also have access to individual units that are part of the same structure. In this article, we will discuss if your condo can be used as an investment property. If you are thinking of buying a condominium as an investment, you should know the pros and cons of owning one...
Executive condominiums are some of the most expensive homes in the world. In high-demand cities such as Singapore, these properties are especially scarce and pricy. However, there is one trick you can use to own an executive condo at a fraction of the cost: buy a single-pr property instead. Learn more about why below, but first... What is an Executive Condo? An executive condo is essentially a high-end...
Buying a property in Singapore can be a difficult process, especially for first-time homebuyers. In addition to the country’s strict mortgage guidelines and stringent land policies that only allow homeowners to purchase one of every type of residential property within a given neighborhood, there are also certain geographic constraints that make it difficult to purchase a home if you don’t already live...
Buying your first home in Singapore can be a daunting prospect. The process of identifying the right property and negotiating the finer details can seem equally as daunting. But once you’ve figured it out, there are a number of benefits to owning your own home. For starters, you don’t have to worry about renting or paying for landlord accommodation. You also won’t have to share your new abode with...
As the city-state continues to grow, so does the demand for housing. In order to accommodate this demand, developers continuously look for new ways to build more homes at a lower price. One way they’re doing this is by incorporating developments with condominiums. Today, condos are one of the most popular types of housing in Singapore because they combine many of the best things about renting an...
If you are planning to buy a house in Singapore, you will be glad to know that there are many benefits that come with owning your own home. The first benefit of owning your own home is the fact that it becomes yours and not someone else’s. You have the exclusive right to use, enjoy and pass it onto your children or any other members of your family in the future. Another benefit of home ownership is the...