Despite a historic increase in interest rates, and the likelihood of further rate hikes in the near future, international investor appetite for residential Japanese properties is showing no signs of faltering. In fact, sentiment has been buoyed by ongoing rent increases as well as the accommodative stance by most Japanese financial institutions. In many urban […] The post Why Osaka Property Is Drawing More Singapore Investors, According To FMI Japan first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

As HDB resale prices have risen, $550,000 doesn’t go quite as far as it used to. Let’s be frank: even a typical 4-room flat can reach $600,000 to $700,000+ these days, and that’s not even among the priciest options. But if you’re willing to accept an older flat, and you urgently need the space, then […] The post Here Are The Cheapest 5-Room HDB Flats You Can Still Buy Under $550K first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Summary A room in central Singapore for around S$600 a month sounds like a bargain — until you see how small it is. CNA speaks to tenants about adjusting to life in extremely small rental rooms, where space for even basic belongings can be limited. We look at why some renters turn to these “pocket-sized” […] The post [Post 1565]Inside Singapore’s market for ‘pocket-sized’ rental rooms first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

With September just around the corner, activity in the new launch market is set to pick up significantly in the coming weeks. We know of at least three launch-ready developments lined up: Lucerne Grand, Amberwood at Holland, and The Serra Residences. This comes after a robust pipeline of new developments in the last eight months, […] The post 10 New Launch Condos From 2026 That Still Have Units Available — From $1.38M first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Over eight months ago, we identified the HDB projects that would be entering the resale market in 2026. As we move closer to the end of the third quarter of 2026, it’s about time we revisit this list of eligible resale flats. The size of the incoming supply of resale eligible flats is certainly significant. When we […] The post 18,425 HDB Flats Could Reach MOP In 2026 — Here’s Where Buyers Will Have The Most Choice first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Three freehold commercial properties behind National Junior College and Raffles Girls Primary School have been listed for $18.5 million. The ground floor retail units are located at 20, 26 and 28 Greenwood Avenue within the Hillcrest Park landed enclave. Collectively, the three units have a combined gross floor area of 4,456 sq ft, and the […] The post 3 Rare Freehold Bukit Timah Retail Units Are Asking $18.5M — Up To 18% Below A Recent Sale first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

A 4-room flat at Natura Loft has set a new record price in Bishan. The 1,023 sq ft unit at 273A Bishan Street 24, between the 34th and 36th floors, sold for $1.3 million ($1,271 psf) this month. This beats the previous town record for a resale 4-room flat in Bishan by $37,000. That earlier transaction was […] The post This 14-Year-Old Bishan 4-Room Flat Just Sold For A Record $1.3M — Here’s Why first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Prior to the Executive Condominium (EC) scheme, Singapore had Executive Flats. Among these, the most famous are probably the Executive Maisonettes (EMs). Introduced in 1983, these double-storey flats were a massive 1,400 to 1,600 sq ft; and they indicated a major advancement in housing policy. The creation of these duplex units marked the point when […] The post Where To Find HDB Executive Maisonettes Under $900K In 2026 — Plus An Updated Price List first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

The widening price gap between the HDB housing market and the private residential market made headlines recently, with observers noting that the two housing markets may start pulling in separate directions. In 2Q2026, the HDB resale price index fell by 0.3% q-o-q. That’s not a very substantial figure, but it was significant because it was […] The post HDB Prices Are Falling While Condo Prices Rise — But Upgraders Have A Bigger Problem first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

With HDB resale prices having risen considerably over the past few years, a budget of $450,000 doesn’t stretch as far as it once did. This is especially true for buyers looking for a 4-room flat, where prices can quickly climb once you factor in proximity to an MRT station, a mature estate, or simply a […] The post Here Are 5 Of The Cheapest 4-Room HDB Flats You Can Still Buy — All Under $450K first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Among Malaysian states, Sarawak has been the worst hit by transboundary haze linked to forest fires in neighbouring Indonesia. CNA speaks to locals and businesses in the Borneo state to find out how they are coping.   

Experts from India, China, Australia and South Korea have been aiding Nepali rescuers in their search of survivors inside blocked tunnels.

Sara Duterte was charged last month after she claimed to have hired a hitman to kill President Ferdinand Marcos Jr, his wife and a congressman cousin should she be cut down first.

Malaysia’s Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said on Thursday that it would be “better” for the 16th general election to be held early.

More than 1,000 suspected cases are reported daily.

The biggest of the fires in Nusantara was at a forest park at Bukit Suharto - or Suharto Hill - where around 300 hectares have burned.

Iran is the only country to enrich uranium to 60% without making a bomb, and the IAEA calls that stockpile “a matter of serious concern”.

A deadlocked jury pushes Lindsay Clancy’s child-killing trial to the brink of collapse as a Massachusetts judge declares a mistrial, then pauses it for an appeal.

Following the arrest of 52 Singaporeans in Guangxi, CNA speaks to lawyers in China about the laws governing pyramid schemes and potential penalties for different levels of involvement.

Ardmore's board filed moratorium notices for the seven group companies in June 2026 after placing Ardmore Construction Group and its subsidiaries into administration. The post Ardmore’s creditors vote to approve seven CVAs appeared first on Property Week.

The party proposes scrapping affordable housing quotas for brownfield sites outside the biggest five cities, and axing Community Infrastructure Levy, biodiversity net gain and section 106 payments for such sites. The post Reform planning overhaul targets deregulation and brownfield development appeared first on Property Week.

Sixteen Real Estate advised the firm on a series of short-term lettings during its two-year search for city-centre premises. The post Consumer Rights Solicitors takes space at Manchester’s Tootal Buildings appeared first on Property Week.

The site expands Padel Tree's club network beyond its London and Hertfordshire locations. The post Padel operator signs 20-year lease at Peterborough business park appeared first on Property Week.

A 75-bedroom Sheffield apartment block guided at £2.5m-plus is among the 18 lots being offered at or above £1m. The post Allsop releases 275-lot resi catalogue for September auction appeared first on Property Week.

In a tribute to the former chief executive, Helical described him as a defining figure in the company's history and a highly influential leader in the UK property industry. The post Real estate ‘titan’ Mike Slade dies appeared first on Property Week.

The presidential team were elected through the BCO's first member-wide nomination process, with the appointments made following its annual general meeting. The post NatWest’s Andy McBain named president of British Council for Offices appeared first on Property Week.

The Reading-based law firm will relocate from its current base at Abbots House to One Forbury Square. The post Boyes Turner moves to new Reading headquarters appeared first on Property Week.

CBRE's European Office Occupier Sentiment Survey 2026 found that occupiers are adapting their workspace strategies in response to changing needs and increasing competition for the best space. The post Two thirds of occupiers planning to relocate amid evolving workspace strategies appeared first on Property Week.

If all disclosed PBSA beds in the pipeline are brought forward, the UK’s existing stock will leap by almost a quarter, the firm's latest PBSA Market report shows. The post UK PBSA enters ‘more saturated’ phase with stock to rise 23%, BONARD reveals appeared first on Property Week.