Compare best home loan rates with Cashew (sponsor) https://kvli.link/cashew Join my Telegram https://t.me/kelvinvest 0:00 – Intro 1:08 – How much can you save by switching over? 2:30 – Cashew shoutout! 3:30 – Will rates go back up? 5:36 – Should you refinance from an HDB loan to a bank loan? None of this is meant […] The post Mortgage Rates Are VERY LOW Now. Should You Refinance HDB To Bank Loan?! first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

You may have seen advertisements claiming that HDB owners can upgrade to a condominium or private property without using any of their savings. Naturally, a few questions come to mind: Is this actually possible? Or is it just clever marketing? And if it’s real, could you qualify? The honest answer is this: yes, it is possible. […] The post Can You Really Afford to Upgrade to a Private Property? Here’s What You Need to Know first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

As 2025 draws to a close, the new launch market can look forward to a bit of a breather – at least for the buyers’ side of the market. The private residential market appears to be entering a more measured phase after two consecutive years of rising prices. Even though we have fewer GLS sites […] The post 4 Key Trends Reshaping Singapore’s New Launch Condo Market In 2026 first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Thinking of taking a bank loan for your HDB flat, but not quite sure if it’s actually the smarter move compared to an HDB loan? You’re definitely not alone. I’ve seen plenty of first-time buyers and even upgraders go down the same rabbit hole of interest rate tables, “promo” packages, and advice that sounds confident […] The post 11 Pros & Cons of Choosing a HDB Bank Loan first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Becoming a homeowner is one of those milestones that can be very different for each person. For some, it’s a moment of relief at finally being free from landlords or meeting social expectations. For others, it’s a mild panic when they see the first mortgage repayment turn up and realise this is going to be […] The post Why More Land Doesn’t Automatically Fix Housing In Singapore first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Becoming a homeowner is one of those milestones that can be very different for each person. For some, it’s a moment of relief at finally being free from landlords or meeting social expectations. For others, it’s a mild panic when they see the first mortgage repayment turn up and realise this is going to be […] The post What I Only Learned After My First Year Of Homeownership In Singapore first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Last week, we searched for the cheapest 5-room flats in Singapore. This week we’re following up with the cheapest 4-room flats we could find instead. These units don’t just stand out not just for their pricing, but for reasons like nearby amenities, public transport access, and layout.  If you’re prioritising space and location over newness, […] The post Here Are The Cheapest 4-Room HDB Flats in Central Singapore You Can Still Buy From $490K first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Dear fellow NAVIS elites, Are you consistently presenting to prospects but struggling to close?Do you feel confident in your product knowledge, market insights, and financial analysis—yet still fall short when it comes to conversion? Have you ever wondered why some agents, who seem less knowledgeable, are closing far more deals than you? If this sounds […] The post Presenting Often but Not Closing Deals? This Is for You. first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

After more than 15 years of training and leading high-performing real estate professionals, certain patterns consistently emerge among agents who produce results year after year. These habits are not just useful for property agents—they offer practical lessons that can be applied to life and business in general. Interestingly, top agents are not always the smoothest […] The post 5 Habits of Top-Producing Real Estate Agents first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

If you’re not comparing apples with apples, then you might be missing the point. When evaluating property investments, one concept that investors often misunderstand — or overlook entirely — is the difference between ROI (Return on Investment) and ROE (Return on Equity). Understanding this distinction is crucial because property is one of the few asset classes […] The post ROE vs ROI: A Critical Concept Many Property Investors Miss first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

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Prosecutors indicted Yoon in November on several charges of aiding the enemy, alleging that he ordered drone flights over North Korea to strengthen his effort to declare military rule, and the arrest warrant for that case was set to expire on Jan 18.

The month-long campaign by China’s National Radio and Television Administration (NRTA) agency will target AI videos that “distort, parody or vulgarise” classic Chinese films, television dramas and animated works.

Former PM Muhyiddin Yassin, who stepped down as Perikatan Nasional chairman on Jan 1, said his Bersatu party remains a principled and loyal partner in the opposition bloc.

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim enters the new year facing escalating challenges within and outside party ranks, says University of Tasmania’s James Chin.

Rishi Bhuchar, head of CBRE’s UK & Ireland Advisory Services business, was awarded an MBE for services to philanthropy, and Mace executive chairman Mark Reynolds a CBE for services to business and construction. The post CBRE and Mace bosses among industry figures on New Year Honours List appeared first on Property Week.

Investment volumes topped £2bn in Q4, up more than 40%, year on year, driven by single-asset deals. The post UK hotel investment volumes rise to £5bn in 2025, Savills reports appeared first on Property Week.

Savills has been appointed to market the town's landmark tourist attraction following a decline in trading over the past two years. The post Brighton’s Palace Pier is put up for sale appeared first on Property Week.

The Building Safety Regulator's latest gateway 2 figures show continued positive progress following its summer reforms, with a record number of year-end determinations. The post BSR’s latest data shows steady progress as both decisions and new cases rise appeared first on Property Week.

The assets comprise six active elderly care properties and another six under construction, located mostly across North West England. The post Athena Healthcare sells 12 UK care assets appeared first on Property Week.

The cross-docked 122,400 sq ft facility will be the first air cargo facility delivered at the airport since 2006. The post Tritax London Logistics Fund signs WFS for new Heathrow facility appeared first on Property Week.

The developers aim to secure planning permission for a residential-led redevelopment of the south London office campus site, with an application expected to be submitted in Q1 2026. The post CLS to sell £70m Vauxhall office campus to London Square appeared first on Property Week.

Unite Students has finalised the formation of its joint venture (JV) with Newcastle University to develop new accommodation for 2,009 students. The post Unite Students and Newcastle University finalise JV for 2,009-bed scheme appeared first on Property Week.

The firm described the acquisition of the Staffordshire retail and leisure destination as a "strategic addition" to its growing portfolio. The post Potteries Centre in Stoke-on-Trent sold to Belgate Estates appeared first on Property Week.

The deal is an initial 15-year lease and will see the Dutch bank occupy the top four floors of the City of London building on levels five to eight. The post Aviva and Allianz complete ABN AMRO letting at 101 Moorgate appeared first on Property Week.