This article explores the East Region and Central Region where more than 5,300 flats are estimated to obtain their MOP this year. They comprise 728 flats in Bedok and 902 flats in Tampines in the East Region, and 3,744 flats in the Central Region in Bukit Merah, Queenstown, and Toa Payoh. All five housing estates …
Before you read further, the Court’s recent decision in Leow Ban Hong v Eng Wei Guang, Brendon Joshua1 (the “Case”) is specific to the facts AND NOT: (1) a licence for tenants to default on rental payments; and (2) a message to landlords to forget about claiming for rental and other remedies. Read further to understand the forces …
Tenant not paying rent; landlord sued, but lost. What Happened Read More »
If you have been keeping up with real estate talk, you will probably have heard the term “decoupling” when in comes to residential property investment. Frequently, it has been mooted as a way to avoid paying the hefty stamp duty – additional buyer’s stamp duty – levied on Singaporeans who are buying their second residential …
Today we will take a look at the HDB market to find out what are your options as an HDB owner and if your flat can see you through your retirement. As property prices continue to soar, we’ve witnessed some record-breaking HDB transaction prices in the recent years, the lifestyle and ambitions of the younger …
Is your HDB really an asset in the long run? It’s worrying to hold that thought, that you can cash out on your flat when u are old. Recent news about the government taking back all 191 plots of landed houses in Geylang when their leases run out in 2020 serves as a reminder. This …
As first-time property buyers, there are many things we may fear. Most people lack the necessary experience in buying & selling properties so it may be daunting to choose the ideal property that could possibly enjoy growth yet well within affordability. The number 1 property choice of most first timers is either the next BTO …
Crucial Facts All First-Time Buyers Need to know Read More »
What is CPF Accrued Interest actually and how can it curtail your HDB cash proceeds? In my years of experience meeting up numerous parties and customizing their financial plans, most of them got no clue on the above topic I am about to share. Many are shocked and surprised when they realized the ‘opportunity costs’ …
Risk of CPF Accrued Interests & How it will affect you Read More »
Many people are good at identifying properties to buy but they are not willing to sell. They either grow attached or are contented with the rent they are getting. Others hold on to their properties because they think the prices will go up further. Selling is not about letting go at the highest price, if …
