The weak point of most real estate for sale in Thailand for investment is not the entry. Launch prices are low, payment plans are long and the yield projections are generous. The weak point is the day the owner wants out, because the pool of people who can buy a unit from a foreigner is […] The post Real estate in Thailand for investment: plan the exit before the purchase first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

We walk through Gardenia Road, a quiet landed estate in Upper Thomson a few minutes on foot from Thomson Plaza and Upper Thomson MRT. Growing up in Upper Thomson meant prata on weekend mornings followed by a trip to the TreeTop Walk to burn it off. To this day, I still fondly think of Thomson […] The post I Toured A Freehold Landed Estate Near Thomson Plaza With Homes From Under $4M first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Plot ratio is the total floor area a building may have, divided by the size of its plot. How URA sets it, what it counts, and why it matters to buyers. Plot ratio is the total floor area of a building divided by the area of the plot it stands on. URA sets a ceiling […] The post What Is Plot Ratio, and How Does It Cap What Gets Built? first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

High yields can be misleading. Here’s how to evaluate the rental performance of a property. In the property industry, one of the most dreaded questions is often: “Is this a good rental property?” This doesn’t stem from any difficulty in getting the right rental figures. Any reasonably equipped property agent – including those on the […] The post How To Tell If A Singapore Condo Is Really A Good Rental Investment first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Some parents and would-be parents place heavy emphasis on the school they hope their child will attend. Most of these parents start planning for this years in advance, banking on the Home School Distance (HSD) policy to give their child the best chance of enrolling in their preferred school. This gives priority registration if their […] The post We Compared 10 Condos Near Nan Chiau Primary — Here’s How Much They Cost first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

359 condo, apartment and EC resales that URA added in the week of 30 October – 5 November 2026, with prices, sizes and tenures. URA’s data added 359 non-landed resale transactions in the week of 30 October – 5 November 2026, across 265 projects. The median price was S$1,768 per sq ft. The highest price […] The post Non-Landed Resale Transactions: Week of 30 October – 5 November 2026 first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Two factory-converted workers’ dormitories in Tuas have been put up for sale at a guide price of $20 million and $25 million, respectively. Both properties sit along Tuas View Close, and the more expensive $25 million property is a four-storey dorm. It obtained its TOP in 2026 and is fully tenanted. Crucially, the owner has […] The post Why Two Former Factories Have Hit The Market With Combined $45 Million Price Tag first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

HDB’s November 2026 BTO exercise offers 7,964 flats in six towns. See what 4-room resale flats cost and rent for in the same estates. HDB opened applications for 7,964 BTO flats on 4 November 2026. Next door, a 4-room resale flat in Bedok, the town with the most flats on offer, sold for a median […] The post November BTO: 7,964 Flats vs Resale Prices in the Same Towns first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Bukit Timah has long been a sought-after address for families, for its schools, its greenery and the everyday amenities around Beauty World. But buying a three-bedroom home here usually means deciding what to give up. Older developments tend to offer far more space for the money, though on shorter remaining leases and often in need […] The post Here Are 5 Affordable 3-Bedroom Condos In Bukit Timah — From $1.53M first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

In 12 months of URA resale deals, freehold condos did not always sell for more per sq ft than leasehold. What the gap looks like by district and lease age. No. In URA resale caveats for the 12 months to Aug 2026, freehold condos and apartments had a median price of S$1,904 per sq ft. […] The post Does freehold always beat leasehold in Singapore? first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

The Nvidia CEO’s advocacy for selling AI chips to China could be previously explained by self-interest, but things have become a lot murkier, says Catherine Thorbecke for Bloomberg Opinion.

Thailand is sharply increasing taxes on imported electric vehicles to encourage domestic manufacturing and protect its established automotive industry. But the policy could raise prices and narrow consumer choice, experts said.

Myanmar’s political reintegration into the Southeast Asian bloc should follow demonstrable progress, not be offered in the hope that progress will follow, says Joanne Lin from the ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute.

Sihasak Phuangketkeow, who is also Thailand's deputy prime minister, tells CNA that while ASEAN will continue to avoid taking sides among major powers, neutrality also has its limits.

Nvidia bucked a broader tech rebound on Monday as investors weighed the fallout from the controversy surrounding CEO Jensen Huang. But analysts say the chipmaker's underlying business remains strong.

Once a quiet surfing haven in the Philippines, Siargao has become one of the world's most sought-after island destinations. But as visitor numbers soar, residents are grappling with rising living costs, environmental pressures and growing tensions with tourists. 

Anthony Loke first announced his resignation in September to protest the conditional royal pardon granted to Najib Razak, but stayed on temporarily at Prime Minister's Anwar Ibrahim's request.

Presidential spokesperson Prasetyo Hadi denied reports that Prabowo Subianto rejected Gibran Rakabuming Raka's request, but stopped short of saying the president had accepted it.

Alice Huang, reported by Chinese financial publication Caixin to be about 42 years old, previously worked in banking and investment management, according to fund industry records.

In its response to the taskforce, the government said it now intended to publish a roadmap in the next 12 months, detailing its actions to support the sector. The post Government plans roadmap for older people’s housing in OPHT response appeared first on Property Week.

Sarah Seasman joins the consultancy from AtkinsRéalis, where she was regional director, providing strategic commercial and project leadership. The post McBains appoints Seasman as project director at Manchester office appeared first on Property Week.

The global property adviser said it would pursue both organic expansion and strategic acquisitions after deleveraging its balance sheet. The post Avison Young eyes growth following recapitalisation appeared first on Property Week.

Higgins joins from Glenny, where he spent 24 years and was a divisional partner. The post Strettons strengthens I&L team with Higgins’ appointment appeared first on Property Week.

The board of Ireland's biggest private residential landlord unanimously recommended Baring’s offer, with IRES shareholders entitled to receive 138.6c (115.9p) in cash per share. The post IRES REIT accepts Barings’ €731m takeover offer appeared first on Property Week.

Air Liquide Healthcare Ireland, Indra Mobility and Veloris have taken a total of 43,000 sq ft at the speculatively developed scheme. The post Chancerygate and Bridges secure trio of Dublin Airport logistics lettings appeared first on Property Week.

The acquisition forms part of the wider strategy by its Zedwell brand to identify strategically located, structurally sound buildings where conversion can unlock long-term value. The post Criterion snaps up New London House for 500-room hotel conversion appeared first on Property Week.

The senior whole loan will support the investment firm’s £211m acquisition and repositioning of the 244,000 sq ft freehold office and retail building in central London. The post SevenCitiesLdn wins £163m loan against Victoria Street office appeared first on Property Week.

London continues to lead the city rankings for European real estate investment and development prospects, despite a slowdown in recovery, according the latest report from PwC and the Urban Land Institute (ULI). The post London leads European investment despite slow recovery, PwC and ULI find appeared first on Property Week.

BSR chief executive Charlie Pugsley said the new data “reflects continued momentum and growing maturity across the regulatory regime”. The post Gateway 2 approvals drop to 20 weeks with five legacy cases left appeared first on Property Week.