Hi Stacked, We are upgrading from our five-room HDB flat to a condo. We have already sold our flat and have narrowed our choices to Savannah Condopark and Eden at Tampines. Since we are a single-income family and I’m already 43 years old, I want to be prudent about the purchase. Our main requirement is […] The post We’re Upgrading From A 5-Room HDB On A Single Income At 43 — Which Condo Is Safer? first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

The incoming month of February heralds the first Build-To-Order (BTO) sales exercise of this year. This time around, we’re looking at around 4,600 new flats across Bukit Merah, Sembawang, Tampines, and Toa Payoh. A concurrent Sale of Balance Flats (SBF) exercise will also take place, offering 3,000 flats across the island. What’s interesting to note […] The post We Review The February 2026 BTO Launch Sites (Bukit Merah, Toa Payoh, Tampines, Sembawang) first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

There are fewer property agencies in the market today, and fewer people are signing up to be agents. As reported by the Straits Times of late, the scene for agencies continues to consolidate. Most industry watchers already know it’s something of an oligopoly, with the market cornered by the “big three” (Propnex, ERA, Huttons). While tighter anti–money […] The post Why The Rising Number Of Property Agents In 2026 Doesn’t Tell The Full Story first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Back in 2018, TC and his wife were big believers in the property market. TC’s own parents had seen significant returns when they upgraded from their flat to a condo, and he was a believer in the previously tried-and-tested property progression method – that is, gradually upgrading from a flat to a condo, and from […] The post We Could Walk Away With $460,000 In Cash From Our EC. Here’s Why We Didn’t Upgrade. first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Three-bedder condos are the yardstick which homebuyers go buy. These are the most widely recognised “family sized units,” and are the private market what 4-room flats are to the HDB market. As of 2026 though, the pricing for three-bedders often sits in an awkward middle ground. Many buyers find the new launch average of over $2 million […] The post Here Are The Cheapest Newer 3-Bedroom Condos You Can Still Buy Under $1.7M first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

It was an interesting year for the private residential market in 2025, but unfortunately, less so for the executive condominium (EC) segment. Apart from Aurelle of Tampines and Otto Place, the EC buyers were short on choice when it came to this type of subsidised residential project. The good news is that 2026 is shaping […] The post Why 2026 May Be a Good Year to Buy an EC — With an Important Caveat first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

A new freehold landed development in Penang, Malaysia launched for sale in Singapore this weekend. Jesselton Courtyard is located in Jesselton Selantan at the foot of Penang Hill, and the neighbourhood is a low-density residential enclave next to Penang Turf Club and Kensington Gardens. It is also close to the Pulau Tikus neighbourhood and George […] The post What $940,000 Buys You in Penang Today — Inside a New Freehold Landed Estate first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

At the end of the first day of its sales launch, Coastal Cabana, a 748-unit executive condominium (EC) in Pasir Ris, sold about 496 units at an estimated selling price of $1,734 psf. The sales launch on Jan 17 saw a steady take-up rate throughout most of the day. At 3pm, about 255 units (34%) […] The post 66% of Units at Coastal Cabana Sold at End of First Sales Day, Prices Average $1,820 psf first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Hi Stacked,  I discovered Stacked Homes in early 2024, and I’m writing in because I feel stuck about what my next housing move should be. I’m not sure if I should simply wait things out or start planning more actively, but lately I’ve been feeling increasingly overwhelmed and uncertain. I want to be better prepared […] The post I Regret My First HDB Purchase. What Should I Do Next? first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Million-dollar HDB flats are now common, but the ones that truly justify their price tend to share a few traits: good connectivity, liveable layouts, and views that actually add to daily life. This week’s selection focuses on larger 4- and 5-room flats that sit close to MRT stations or are surrounded by strong neighbourhood amenities, […] The post Here Are The Rarest HDB Flats With Unblocked Views Yet Still Near An MRT Station first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

The sprawling trade deal sends a positive message in support of rules-based global trade at a time when that appears to be increasingly under strain, says Amitendu Palit from the National University of Singapore.

India wants to reduce its dependence on foreign chips as geopolitics reshape supply chains. In the first of a two-part series on India’s AI push, CNA examines the execution gaps behind years of failed fabs.

Ikea will close seven stores in China from Feb 2 as it moves from broad expansion to more focused growth and online sales.

Malaysian Religious Affairs Minister Zulkifli Hasan has come under fire for claiming in parliament that work stress turns people gay.

Japan-born Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei have "made a positive contribution to promoting friendship between the peoples of the two countries", said China's panda research base.

On their plate are unresolved challenges including the Myanmar crisis, alongside new uncertainties reshaping the global order.

Over half of about 100 hectares affected has been brought under control.

Meanwhile, coalition partner Parti Islam Se-Malaysia (PAS) is set to lead the bloc’s executive council.

The plans are for the fourth phase of the wider 2,600-home Ashmere masterplan at Ebbsfleet. The post Vistry and Clarion win consent for 228-home Kent development appeared first on Property Week.

The star asset is Castle Dene Shopping Centre in Peterlee, County Durham, which is guided at over £4m. The post Allsop launches first 2026 commercial auction catalogue with many million-plus lots appeared first on Property Week.

The government said the delay would give landlords more time to upgrade properties and prepare for other regulatory changes. The post Decent Homes Standard delayed until 2035, reveals Pennycook appeared first on Property Week.

The joint venture has acquired George House, a 1970s building with a total floor area of 99,740 sq ft. The post Longstock and TIME Equities snap up Glasgow office block for £10.65m appeared first on Property Week.

The loan will support the firm's plan to upgrade the 4.6-acre site, which comprises 186,500 sq ft of open storage space within the Purley Way/Beddington industrial corridor. The post Investec Bank provides Kennedy Wilson with loan to acquire Croydon IOS site appeared first on Property Week.

The recruitment of the former Laurus Property Partners managing director is part of a restructuring to expand the firm's UK capital markets operation. The post Avison Young hires Day to head debt advisory team appeared first on Property Week.

Neos Hospitality Group and the Coral Pub Company have bought two of the chain's brands in separate deals. The post Revolution Bars to close 21 sites as deals struck to rescue over 40 venues appeared first on Property Week.

According to the Irish government, the measures will attract new investment into the sector and boost supply, while also increasing security of tenure for renters. The post Ireland backs rent controls as new rental bill gets approval appeared first on Property Week.

The international hospitality real estate group achieved room revenue growth of 4.9% and RevPAR growth of 5.0%. The post PPHE reports ‘solid’ Q4 performance led by UK hotels appeared first on Property Week.

Treasury minister Dan Tomlinson said the £80m-a-year package would, from 1 April, be worth £1,650 for the average pub. Bills will then be frozen for a further two years. The post Pubs set to receive 15% discount on business rates bills after backlash appeared first on Property Week.