3Gen flats are designed for extended families; they’re bigger, but come with a tough restriction: you’re only going to be able to sell back to other extended families. As we write this, it’s been roughly a decade since 3Gen flats were first introduced. Now’s a good time to ask the question: has the drawback really […] The post Are 3Gen HDB Flats Still A Good Buy Versus Executive Flats In 2024? first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

The industry-accepted belief is that dual-key units are niche layouts, intended for either rental benefits or extended family living; and they’re much less desirable for resale gain. But how true is this? We did a bit of digging to find out: The theory on why dual-key units aren’t good for resale gains Dual-key units are […] The post Can Dual-Key Condos In Singapore Be Profitable? first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Investing in real estate has long been hailed as a powerful way to build wealth. It offers prospects that could result in substantial financial gains in the current dynamic economic environment. Success in real estate investing, however, necessitates more than just money and drive; it also calls for a keen awareness of and a willingness […] The post Avoiding Common Pitfalls in Property Investment: Tips for Success first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Summary From a ryokan-inspired Good Class Bungalow to a property once owned by former president Ong Teng Cheong, we take a look at seven homes in Singapore that are as much of a dazzling display of architecture as they are luxurious The post [Post 916] 7 luxury homes in Singapore | Remarkable Living first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Good news for potential homeowners: several upcoming HDB sites are already under construction, even though they’ve yet to be officially announced. This early progress means shorter build times could be on the horizon for these projects. While launch dates and detailed information remain uncertain at this point, we can already assess some of the likely […] The post 3 “Secret” Upcoming HDB Sites That Have Already Started Construction (But Not Yet Announced) first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

A while back, we viewed Kingsville, a landed enclave in King’s Drive, Bukit Timah, which was of interest because of the properties’ leasehold status and thus lower price point. However, for many Singaporeans, buying a leasehold landed house makes no financial sense as (it is believed that) the value of a leasehold house decreases as […] The post Touring A Convenient Freehold Landed Estate Next To Farrer Road MRT And An HDB Estate first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

In this week’s episode, Wee Hian, an insurance professional, and Ashley, an interior designer, showcase their design in a 1980s 5-room HDB flat. Spanning 118 square metres, this home is crafted for comfort, gatherings, and a vivid display of their personalities and collectables. The post Inside An Interior Designer’s Colour-Packed 5-Room HDB Built In The 1980s first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Maybe there’s a use for those shuttered stores in old, empty malls. Integrated and mixed-use projects aren’t a new concept in Singapore; but here’s a spin we’re seeing in the US: turning some of those closed-down stores into small, single-bedder units. Granted, 250 sq. ft. is not something you can start a family in; but for […] The post The Changing Property Trends In Singapore first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

It’s not just the festive season, it’s also home loan season: with interest rates cooling a bit, quite several Singaporeans are seeking to refinance into cheaper mortgages. At the same time, we’re seeing strong transaction volumes as condo sales pick up. For those of you struggling with home loan applications, or may need a mortgage […] The post How My Home Loan In Singapore Was Rejected (And How I Fixed It) first appeared on TheFinance.sg.