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Most people assume it is, since it’s something that’s been going on for over a decade. The idea is that one co-owner (most often a spouse) owns 99 per cent of the property, whilst another owns just one per cent. Later, when the funds exist for each one to own a separate property, the owner […]
The post So Is The 99-1 Property Split Strategy Legal Or Not? first appeared on TheFinance.sg.
6 months ago | thefinance.sg
This week, the Singapore government brought back something familiar—a tougher Seller’s Stamp Duty (SSD). If you sell a private property within four years of buying it, you could now pay up to 16% in SSD, depending on how soon you sell. That’s up from the previous three-year window and 12% maximum. These changes apply to all private residential properties […]
The post New SSD, Old Mistake: Don’t Let a Condo Become Your Retirement Plan first appeared on TheFinance.sg.
6 months ago | thefinance.sg
Seller Stamp Duty is back to the way it was. Again. Because, of course, it is. To prevent the market from reacting on time and deprive me of sleep, the government has just announced, at close to midnight on 03 July 2025, that Sellers Stamp Duty (SSD) rates are back to how they were in […]
The post Higher 2025 Seller’s Stamp Duty Rates Just Dropped: Should Buyers And Sellers Be Worried? first appeared on TheFinance.sg.
6 months ago | thefinance.sg
When Singapore emerged from the COVID-19 pandemic, the property market didn’t just bounce back; it saw a steep change in buyer behaviour and preferences, which may well be with us for decades to come. In the years since COVID, we’ve seen price records tumble, new launches sell out within weekends, and resale condos face tight […]
The post Why Upgrading From An HDB Is Harder (And Riskier) Than It Was Since Covid first appeared on TheFinance.sg.
6 months ago | thefinance.sg
Is Singapore’s Property Market Finally Cooling? Q2 2025 Breakdown Singapore’s property market is showing clear signs of a slowdown. In this video, we dive deep into the latest data from Q2 2025, which reveals a significant drop in the pace of price growth for both HDB resale flats and private properties. What’s causing this? From […]
The post Singapore Property Market Down! first appeared on TheFinance.sg.
6 months ago | thefinance.sg
Veteran property investors, as well as industry professionals, tend to know what to expect from a developer’s name. This is especially important for new launch projects, where you may not be able to visibly check on the issues yet – you may be going largely on trust that you’ll get what’s promised. And with a […]
The post A First-Time Condo Buyer’s Guide To Evaluating Property Developers In Singapore first appeared on TheFinance.sg.
6 months ago | thefinance.sg
Homeownership is often seen as a key milestone of adulthood and a dependable way to build long-term wealth. However, I have learned that the financial reality of buying a property is far more nuanced than simply acquiring an asset. While it can be a powerful wealth-building tool, it also introduces a unique set of financial […]
The post How buying a property reshaped my personal finance and investing journey first appeared on TheFinance.sg.
6 months ago | thefinance.sg
Because lately it feels like if you want a child, you need to sacrifice the square footage where it would learn to walk. That’s the first problem that comes to mind – price – when I look at a 25-year loan tenure and long BTO queues. But price may be adjacent to a wider range of factors, […]
The post Is Our Housing Policy Secretly Singapore’s Most Effective Birth Control? first appeared on TheFinance.sg.
6 months ago | thefinance.sg
This is actually a continuation from last week, when I mentioned Pasir Ris Northshore. While that’s one interesting part of Pasir Ris, I wanted to talk more about how this particular town has evolved tremendously, even though it’s often out of the limelight; and it’s particularly timely with the strong response to the upcoming Pasir Ris EC […]
The post Why More Young Families Are Moving to Pasir Ris (Hint: It’s Not Just About the New EC) first appeared on TheFinance.sg.
6 months ago | thefinance.sg
This week, we’re shining a light on something a little harder to come by these days: proper space. We’re talking full-sized, old-but-freehold condos that go well beyond the usual 1,200 or even 1,600 sq ft. Each of these units clocks in at over 2,650 sq ft, which makes them ideal if you’re after room to […]
The post 5 Spacious Old But Freehold Condos Above 2,650 Sqft first appeared on TheFinance.sg.
6 months ago | thefinance.sg
Since working from home is becoming a norm, setting up your home to make it conducive and noise-free so that you can focus on your work and video calls without interruption is becoming more than essential.
4 years ago | Propertygroup
This contributed article by Malaysian property veteran Samuel Tan, founder & CEO of Olive Tree Property Consultants, offers his perspective on the Malaysian property market as well as important tips Singapore-based buyers and investors should keep in mind. New cross-border investments, such as the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (Johor-SG SEZ), have thrown the spotlight on […]
The post Why ‘Cheap’ Johor Property Can Get Expensive Very Quickly For Singaporeans first appeared on TheFinance.sg.
16 hours ago | thefinance.sg
Many parents view purchasing a home or investment property for their children as an act of love and security. It seems like the ultimate head start in a competitive housing market, ensuring that their child never has to worry about where they’ll live. However, good intentions can lead to complicated financial, legal, and emotional outcomes. […]
The post Should You Buy Property for Your Kids in Singapore Despite the Risks? first appeared on TheFinance.sg.
a day ago | thefinance.sg
Criminal associates of Chen Zhi who surrender before Feb 15 and "truthfully confess their crimes" could be eligible for "lighter or reduced sentences", China's Ministry of Public Security said.
in 2 hours | channelnewsasia.com
The Lions will also play against Indonesia and Cambodia in Group A of the upcoming ASEAN Hyundai Cup, as well as the winner of a playoff between Brunei and Timor-Leste.
in an hour | channelnewsasia.com
CBRE's data shows that single-family BTR saw the highest volume of investment last year, while multifamily BTR investment volumes fell year on year.
The post BTR investment volumes rise 14% YoY to £4.7bn, CBRE finds appeared first on Property Week.
in 3 hours | propertyweek.com
The housebuilder's 519.7% leap in profits was partly driven by income from sites acquired in the 2024 merger with L&Q Estates.
The post Urban&Civic reports surge in pre-tax profits to £47.1m appeared first on Property Week.
in 35 minutes | propertyweek.com
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