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.

Malaysia Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said on Tuesday (Jan 27) that the recent strengthening of the ringgit has had positive effects on the country's economy, even as he acknowledged potential concerns.

Beijing made the announcement on Tuesday (Jan 27), ending days of speculation about the departure of the 62-year-old from the cabinet.

The distinctive black-and-white animals, loaned out as part of China's "panda diplomacy", have symbolised friendship between Beijing and Tokyo since they normalised diplomatic ties in 1972.

On Monday, a parliamentary commission overseeing finance had endorsed Thomas Djiwandono as the new deputy governor, eliminating two other career central bankers.

The incident occurred after the woman was said to have ignored repeated warnings from fellow tourists.

Allied Gold owns several large gold mines in Africa with the Canadian firm describing the all-cash offer as "friendly"; its annual gold output is expected to increase to 25 tonnes by 2029.

The incident occurred after the tourist allegedly ignored repeated warnings from fellow tourists.

The 22 pubs across the UK are all let on long leases with annual retail price index-linked rent reviews. The post Stonegate appoints Savills to market portfolio of pubs appeared first on Property Week.

An agreed early termination of the grocery retailer's lease has cleared the way for a refurbishment of the central London office building later this year. The post Tishman Speyer paves the way for refurb of former Sainsbury’s Holborn HQ appeared first on Property Week.

The price for the 195-home scheme has been split 51:49 between Grainger and Place for London respectively, under their Connected Living London partnership. The post Grainger JV buys west London Barratt Redrow BTR scheme for £68.4m appeared first on Property Week.

The loan will refinance the firm’s existing debt facility secured against the 559-home scheme, Cortland at Colliers Yard. The post Cortland secures £129m loan to refinance 50-storey Manchester scheme appeared first on Property Week.

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.