One-bedders are usually where buyers expect to compromise on space, particularly if the requirements are freehold tenure and a sub-$1 million budget. But older boutique developments can throw up some rather…let’s say unconventional alternatives to the standard compact one-bedroom layout. One thing to bear in mind is that, in the earlier generations of condos, a […] The post Here Are 5 Surprisingly Large Freehold 1-Bedroom Condos — All Under $1M first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Illustration of an HDB flat and Singapore dollar bills representing rental income and expenses breakdown   I’ve shared my rental income numbers a few times on this blog, from $2,800 to $3,400 gross rent jump in my $2200/month side income update, to breaking even on our ABSD ahead of schedule. But I’ve never actually sat […] The post I Rent Out My HDB for $4,000/Month! But here’s What I Actually Keep. first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Not since the launch of Lentor Modern four years ago, have we seen a new condominium kickstart the development of a new private residential precinct. Back then, it ushered in a series of new projects that would eventually shape the Lentor Hills precinct. Now, the spotlight is on Sim Lian Group to set the pace […] The post I Toured A New Low-Rise Bukit Timah Condo With Only 3-Bedders And Above — From $2.57M first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

An unblocked view can be one of the harder features to put a price on when buying an HDB flat. Two otherwise similar units in the same estate can feel very different depending on whether the windows face another block or open out towards greenery, landed homes, or even the sea. Besides the view itself, […] The post Here Are 5 4-Room HDB Flats With Rare Unblocked Views — From $680K first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

For private residential property owners considering whether to sell a condo to buy an HDB, the process changed significantly on 28 July 2026. National Development Minister Chee Hong Tat announced that private property owners and former private property owners who buy a non-subsidised HDB resale flat without an HDB housing loan are no longer subject […] The post 5 Questions To Ask Before You Sell a Condo To Buy an HDB first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

A five-room flat at the Pinnacle @ Duxton has set a record price for a flat of that type in the Central Area. Today, the most expensive resale HDB flat in that planning area is a 1,151 sq ft unit at 1B Cantonment Road that was sold for $1.701 million earlier this week. The resale […] The post A Pinnacle @ Duxton Flat Just Sold For A Record $1.701M — And It’s Not Even Near The Top Floor first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

A portfolio of four HDB commercial properties in two mature neighbourhoods in Singapore are now on the market, for a collective guide price of $38 million. The properties comprise a coffeeshop unit in Toa Payoh and three ground floor retail units in Jurong East. CBRE is the sole marketing agent for the sale of this […] The post 4 Rare HDB Retail Shops Are On Sale For $38M — In 2 High-Traffic Heartland Locations first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Earlier this week, a freehold shop at Nomu went on the market for $6 million, while a 999-year leasehold conservation shophouse on North Canal Road was listed for $16.8 million. Currently marketed by Knight Frank, each property has a different owner and will be sold separately. The ground floor shop at Nomu is a strata […] The post A Freehold Strata Shop At Nomu Is On Sale For $6M – With Signage Rights Attached 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.

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.

The passenger ship Virgo Transport 8 was carrying 243 people, including 30 crew members, when it capsized in bad weather early on Sep 13 during a voyage from Surabaya in East Java to Banjarmasin in South Kalimantan.

Teqball was invented 14 years ago in a garage in Hungary and features players kicking a ball over a curved table, incorporating elements of the southeast Asian sport sepak takraw.

A statement released by the former Malaysian prime minister's legal team on Sunday (Sep 20) said a significant part of Najib Razak’s assets, bank accounts and properties remained subject to freezing orders and enforcement proceedings by the government.

Anutin says foreigners "should not come here and take advantage of us", as Thailand acts to close legal loopholes and deter transgressions.

Yu Zidi opened her Asian Games campaign at the Tokyo Aquatics Centre by breezing through her women's 200m butterfly heat.

Takumi Hojo finished the men's individual triathlon in Gamagori city in 52 minutes and 56 seconds, nine seconds clear of China's Zhang Xirui who took silver.

Wildfires in Indonesia have caused transboundary haze and disrupted livelihoods in Sumatra. In the first of a series, CNA speaks to locals about the toll on their incomes and health.

ASEAN’s credibility will ultimately depend on whether it can translate regional commitments into practical results, says an ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute fellow.

The Asian Games organisers played the North Korean national anthem as South Korea’s hockey team lined up to face Bangladesh.

The decision was reached during an emergency meeting of DAP’s Central Executive Committee on Saturday (Sep 19), a day after Najib’s pardon was granted by the Federal Territories Pardons Board meeting chaired by the Malaysian king.

The new owner anticipated that the building, which has been vacant for a "considerable time", will be let to a new tenant by Christmas. The post ALB Group buys Preston’s former Wilko store amid city centre regeneration appeared first on Property Week.

The clothing retailer has signed for an 8,000 sq ft unit on High Orchard Street, adjacent to the main entrance to the outlet mall. The post Hollister makes regional debut at Gloucester Quays appeared first on Property Week.

During his nine years at the organisation, Martin Steele oversaw a significant period of transformation, helping it become a leading estates partner to the NHS. The post NHS Property Services CEO Steele to step down appeared first on Property Week.

The 462,700 sq ft warehouse and offices asset is a critical part of the retailer's national clothing distribution network. The post West Midlands Pension Fund buys Sainsbury’s Bedford distribution centre appeared first on Property Week.

The company's board said the new offer fails to take into account the potential value of its its hyperscale data centre development pipeline. The post Harworth rebuffs improved £600m Peel takeover bid appeared first on Property Week.

Virtus Data Centres and Nordea Bank have each taken 9,000 sq ft, bringing the City office building to 90% let. The post Aviva and PIMCO secure double letting at 101 Moorgate appeared first on Property Week.

Aboria Capital chief executive Jessica Hardman said: “This is an exceptional portfolio of scale and quality." The post Partners Group and Aboria score 1,570-bed PBSA portfolio in £165m deal appeared first on Property Week.

The cash offer represents 177.5p per share, valuing the company at £599.77m – up from an initial offer of £583m. The post Peel triggers mandatory cash offer for Harworth appeared first on Property Week.

C&W is looking to expand its offering in the flex sector, which Browne said is now "an integral part of occupier strategy". The post C&W hires ex-WeWork director Browne to head London flex office business appeared first on Property Week.

The firm has continued to expand the team with the appointment of Andrew McClements from Eastdil Secured and Duncan Parvin from Wells Fargo. The post CBRE bolsters debt and structured finance team with two appointments appeared first on Property Week.