If you told me a few years ago that a new EC would be right opposite Downtown East, I’d probably have waited a bit before buying my place. Downtown East is where I picture teen birthday parties, drenched children at Wild Wild Wet, and the unmistakable smell of BBQ smoke wafting through chalets. It really is […] The post This Upcoming 710-Unit Executive Condo In Pasir Ris Will Be One To Watch For Families first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Today, we’re on the 2nd tour requested by Jordan: Carpmael Road. It’s actually very close to his 1st requested tour- Onan Road– but I’m giving it its own piece because the 2 streets felt totally different when I visited. (And I ran out of space in my first article. Ho Loon, thanks for your comment- I’ll […] The post Where To Find Freehold Terrace & Semi-D Landed Homes From $4.85m In The East first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

There was a time when living in the Core Central Region (CCR) had a simple meaning: you were near Orchard, which had brands and shops you couldn’t find in the heartlands, and probably you had an easier time getting to work (in the CBD). However, the meaning of “prime” has changed over the years, and […] The post Which Central Singapore Condos Still Offer Long-Term Value? Here Are My Picks first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

For long-time patrons, the redevelopment of Robertson Walk (once a staple in the neighbourhood) may feel bittersweet. Frasers Property, which previously owned and managed Robertson Walk, will be redeveloping it into Robertson Opus: a 348-unit mixed-use development with 26 commercial units. And perhaps more importantly, it stands as the only 999-year leasehold new launch in […] The post The Only 999-Year CCR New Launch Condo In 2025: Our Preview Of Robertson Opus first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

If you’re hunting for a home that doesn’t require renovation or years of waiting, this week’s picks might be for you. All five are newly MOP-ed units, which means they’re still relatively new—and in many cases, already move-in ready. They each come in at 1,216 square feet, so you’re getting a good amount of space too. For […] The post 5 Cheapest Newly MOP 5 Room HDB Flats From $700k first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

The most common question I’m asked is how to find a good property. While comparing prices and projects is the first thing that comes to mind, a simple (and free!) way to do this is to simply look ahead. If you can get interested in the property market a few years before buying, you can already […] The post Springleaf Vs Faber Walk: Which Future GLS Residential Site Has More Potential? first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Malaysia remains, hands down, Singaporeans’ favourite foreign property location. Besides lower costs, proximity is a major issue here: we have the option to stay in Malaysia and rent out our property in Singapore, or vice versa, as the situation requires. But we shouldn’t overlook the fact that, despite the close distance, the Malaysian property market […] The post Buying Property In Malaysia As A Singaporean: 6 Key Restrictions To Be Aware Of first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

When I first heard the name Northshore, I thought it was some sort of holiday resort, or maybe an old school chalet. So it was quite a surprise to find out it refers to an HDB enclave; I like that these days HDB projects are called by names, rather than sounding like Japanese pop bands (e.g., […] The post Why Punggol Northshore Could Be The Next Hotspot In The HDB Resale Market first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

This is a landmine of a question that I’m forced to tiptoe around. The reason is that property valuation can be opaque, to put it lightly. Some industry experts will tell you it’s based on “Comparative Market Analysis supported by industry valuation standards and professional guidelines.” Other, more disgruntled experts will tell you it’s based […] The post How Much Is Your Home Really Worth? How Property Valuations Work in Singapore first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Furniture shopping can be one of the most fun and pricey parts of buying a house or moving into a new rental. When you live in a city like Singapore, where room is limited and costs of living are high, it can be hard to find good furniture that fits your style and budget. Lucky […] The post Smart Ways to Save Money on Home Furniture in Singapore first appeared on TheFinance.sg.