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.

This contributed article by Malaysian property veteran Samuel Tan, founder & CEO of Olive Tree Property Consultants, offers his perspective on the Malaysian property market as well as important tips Singapore-based buyers and investors should keep in mind. New cross-border investments, such as the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (Johor-SG SEZ), have thrown the spotlight on […] The post Why ‘Cheap’ Johor Property Can Get Expensive Very Quickly For Singaporeans first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Many parents view purchasing a home or investment property for their children as an act of love and security. It seems like the ultimate head start in a competitive housing market, ensuring that their child never has to worry about where they’ll live. However, good intentions can lead to complicated financial, legal, and emotional outcomes. […] The post Should You Buy Property for Your Kids in Singapore Despite the Risks? first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

The start of the house-hunting season looms on the horizon and we’re already seeing activity in the new launch market. But once the seasonal lull from this year’s Chinese New Year festivities are over, we can expect more buyers to return to showflats and realtors get busier. This will be an especially exciting time for […] The post How Much You Need to Earn to Afford a One or Two-Bedder Condo In 2026 (As a Single) first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

To Lam was unanimously re-elected as the General Secretary of the ruling Communist Party of Vietnam on Jan 23, and will serve as Vietnam's leader for the next five years.

The Chinese Embassy and officials in Manila ‍have stepped up their rhetoric ⁠in ‍recent weeks, with the former criticising the Philippines' coast guard spokesperson and its lawmakers. 

A nuclear-powered submarine would strengthen South Korea's ability to lead the defence of the peninsula, said Seoul.

Taiwan will use a range of joint intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance methods, as well as intelligence-sharing, to "grasp" China's possible intentions, says its defence minister.

Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said recent global developments have injected fresh urgency into the process.

"We are in the position to form a new government," said a senior official from the Union Solidarity and Development Party, after the vote's third and final phase took place on Sunday.

The Singapore dollar hit an 11-year high against the US dollar.

Indonesian influencer Lula Lahfah was found dead in an apartment on Jan 23 evening.

Coal Drops Yard led with a 20% leap in sales last year following a raft of new store openings across the central London estate. The post King’s Cross retail performance on the up as sales boom appeared first on Property Week.

The former head of Homes England is set to take the helm of the new authority when it launches in March. The post Walkley to be first head of Cheshire & Warrington Combined Authority appeared first on Property Week.

Like-for-like occupancy edged up 0.9%, but rents fell 1.4% in the the three months to the end of December. The post ‘Long way to go’ warns Workspace CFO despite rise in occupancy appeared first on Property Week.

The money will fund insulation, efficient heating systems and renewable energy installations as part of the Optimised Retrofit Programme. The post Welsh government invests £98.8m to boost social housing energy efficiency appeared first on Property Week.

Nick Hume will spearhead the continued expansion of CBRE's lender-focused valuation offering, working with clients across the UK as the firm deepens its coverage. The post CBRE hires senior valuations director from Savills appeared first on Property Week.

The cash will be used to refinance the company’s acquisition of the Ramsey Drive site, while supporting the development costs of the Peppermill Court scheme. The post Asset Capital wins £22.7m package for 239-bed PBSA scheme in York appeared first on Property Week.

RLAMP's proposals for the north London scheme include up to 1,150 homes, new public open spaces and community and commercial facilities. The post Royal London submits plans for major Enfield leisure park redevelopment appeared first on Property Week.

Acne Studios will take the prominent corner store at Royal London Asset Management Property's landmark scheme on New Bond Street. The post Luxury Swedish fashion brand signs at Mayfair Quarter appeared first on Property Week.

The final quarter of 2025 saw an uptick in central London office leasing, led by four deals of more than 100,000 sq ft – a three-year high for deals of that size, according to Savills. The post Central London office take-up rises in Q4, driven by big lettings appeared first on Property Week.

The rail firm has leased the former Royal Mail sorting office next to Plymouth railway station. The post GWR secures Plymouth’s largest office letting in a decade appeared first on Property Week.