(Image credit: Blake Wheeler on Unsplash) In a city where every square foot counts, the recent incident of two parents losing their properties after a law change, planning to avoid Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty (ABSD), has surfaced as news. This article delves deep into the world of property pitfalls and ABSD, offering insights and guidance for potential…
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When Chinese developers go bust, how will it affect us? After Evergrande, this Tuesday (September 19) another leading China property developer Sunac filed for Chapter 15 bankruptcy protection in the US. The country’s second largest developer Evergrande is estimated to be US$340 billion in debt. The company lost US$81 billion last year. Similarly, China’s biggest... [read more]
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Ah, Oktoberfest – the time of year when we’re encouraged to indulge in some hearty revelry, savour the finest brews, and feast on delectable Bavarian treats without a shred of guilt. In fact, it’s the one season where drinking your body’s weight in beer is not only acceptable, but downright encouraged. So, if you’re looking…
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Singapore, the land of innovation and… passport-free travel? The Lion City has amended its laws to make international travel a breeze, and this could be a game-changer for the real estate market. Buckle up as we explore how passport-free travel could reshape Singapore’s property landscape. The nitty-gritty of passport-free travel In a move that screams…
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Image credit: NEA If you’re not already aware of the rising dengue cases, have you been living under a rock? …And did you check it for mosquitoes? But fear not; we’ll get you up to speed. In this article, we’ll take you through the current case numbers, what the National Environment Agency (NEA) is doing…
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As Singaporeans, we take pride in our efficient public transportation system. However, recent fare increases have made many of us rethink the impact on our wallets. While those few extra cents might not seem like much, in the grand scheme of rising prices for everything else, it’s a pinch that can be felt by the…
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Singapore, where our skies are as busy as our kopitiams and our HDB flats are giving those atas condos a run for their money. If you’ve been enjoying your kopi and kaya toast a little too much to notice, here’s the tea: HDB resale flats are selling for a million bucks. No, we’re not pulling your leg. The rise…
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Singapore’s property market never ceases to amaze, especially when it involves luxury real estate and prominent figures. The latest buzz? O.K. Lim’s second Bukit Timah Good Class Bungalow (GCB) is up for grabs at a cool S$30 million. Let’s dive into this opulent affair! The grandeur of the bungalow Nestled in the heart of Bukit…
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In a recent announcement, the government unveiled a significant shift in the Build-to-Order (BTO) housing landscape that will come into effect in the second half of 2024. This development aims to revolutionise the way BTO projects are classified, shifting the focus away from whether they are located in mature or non-mature estates. Instead, they will…
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