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Learn about the government's latest one-off property tax rebate for 2025, what it means, and how it can lower your tax bill.

The new HDB Family Care Scheme, launching mid-2025, makes it easier for parents and kids to live closer together.

Goodbye 2024, hello 2025━if you’re looking to buy a private property in 2025, here are 7 new condo launches hitting the market next year that you can keep an eye out for.

With the final BTO sales launch of 2024 all wrapped up, all eyes now turn to the next BTO exercise, which will take place in February 2025.

The October 2024 HDB BTO exercise just saw a staggering 35,678 applications for the 8,500 flats up for sale. Here's a summary.

According to the HDB, the subsidy recovery clause is necessary to curb the “lottery effect” of owning flats in prime and central location.

Central Trio @ Ang Mo Kio may be an underrated BTO estate in the upcoming October 2024 BTO exercise, but it will likely see a strong level of demand.

Shortly after its 5-year MOP, Alkaff Vista clocked 6 million-dollar sales, with one even going as high as $1.3M!

The fast expansion of the minimart chain has allowed for its Group Chairman & CEO to afford an awe-inspiring home that looks out of this world.

Often dubbed Singapore’s “next Punggol”, Tengah is slated to have over 30,000 new homes in the pipeline over the next few years.

The official classifications of this October 2024's HDB BTO projects are out. Is the only Prime project, Crawford Heights, worth your bid?

Whether it’s to get away from parents or delays in getting a new home, we unpack all you need to know about renting flats in Singapore.

Is SkyOasis @ Dawson, with its “central location”, “high floor” and “lots of floor space” the dream home, and is it worth more than $1.5M?

Read on for all you need to know about the October BTO launch, with the largest selection & variety of new flat offerings up for sale in 2024.

What is there about DBSS flats? Here's everything you need to know about the 13 projects that were developed across Singapore.

Here are all the changes happening in the BTO scene this 2024, from fewer flats and SBF exercises to new flat classifications.

This is probably one of the most diverse BTO exercises ever, with 6,010 brand new BTO flats up for sale across 8 projects in 7 estates.

The HDB BTO Oct 2023 exercise is in the pipeline, and it's bringing a whopping 6,800 new flats to the table in Choa Chu Kang, Kallang/Whampoa, Queenstown, and Tengah. We're here to spill the beans on what's up for grabs.

At the site of the former JCube shopping mall - which is undoubtedly a fantastic location - a new condo is set to sprout up.

If you’ve been looking to sink your money into a new condo this year, here are 4 of the hottest upcoming condo launches that are not only great places to live in, but also hold strong investment potential.

Boutique condos may not be for everyone, but the smaller development sizes are perfect for those who don't want too many neighbours.

From large developments to boutique residences, there's something for everyone near Katong.

Location, location, location.

It's 2023: 3-room flats are officially selling for over $700K, and this Toa Payoh Crest flat is one of them.

If you've missed all the action, here's a recap of the most expensive HDBs sold in Singapore this year, and an analysis of why.

Here’s some good news: Altura EC, the 1st EC to be launched in Bukit Batok will be holding previews this weekend!

Despite being located within a neighborhood exclusive to private housing, Lentor Hills Residences boasts great connectivity to other parts of the city through upcoming Lentor MRT - it might just be a worthy investment property to look out for.

Choa Chu Kang will have a whopping 1,870 units available for sale in this BTO exercise, from 2-Room Flexis to 5-room units.

Located away from central Singapore, Tengah's an easier score for those prioritising affordability, proximity to transport, and greenery.

Queenstown looks set to be the most popular project in the August 2023 BTO exercise, and are some reasons why.

There will be 2,910 flats in Kallang/Whampoa up for sale at the upcoming August 2023 launch, across 3 projects in different locations

The Atelier, a freehold condo in Newton, has 9 remaining units with discounts of up to $400,000.

Delve into all the information and other important details you’ll need to know about the August 2023 BTO launch.

This new 99-year leasehold integrated development is set to launch on 3rd June, and it's got both a bus interchange and MRT at its doorstep.

The May 2023 BTO exercise will see about 5,480 flats launched across the mature estates of Bedok, Kallang/Whampoa and Serangoon and Tengah.

Want to own a piece of Singapore's history? You now can if you have $30M in the bank. This historic GCB is now on sale.

The first BTO launch of 2023 looks set to be an exciting one, with 3-room HDB units at the Ulu Pandan priced from $372k onwards.

Now that 2 Punggol loft units have been sold for over $1M, it’s safe to say that they’ve paved the way for more of such sales to come.

We dive into what 99-year leasehold private condo Sceneca Residence has to offer and who it would be good for.

Want to know more about what the newest kid on the block has to offer? Here's the HDB BTO Feb 2023 Tengah review.

Here's the popularity vote for this Feb's BTO launch for you to get a better gauge of your odds if you're applying!

With changes in the housing market occurring at such a rapid pace. Here are the forecasted property trends for 2023 you should know about.

2023 was the year of million-dollar HDBs with December marking Jurong East's first $1M sale - a 25-year-old Executive Maisonette.

We know cooling measures exist, but Netizens discuss possible solutions HDB can implement to address the ever-increasing prices of flats.

Ever wondered what an HUDC Flat is? Here's all you need to know about these public-turned-private housing developments.

How much are you willing to spend on an HDB Flat? Do you think paying $1.6M for a maisonette in Bukit Timah is worth it?

Looking to jump in on the HDB resale market at its prime? Here is a comprehensive guide to selling your HDB flat.

As DJ Khaled would say, "another one". Here are the details of the most recent million-dollar club member in Geylang East.

2022 has been a wild ride for our property market scene. Here is a round-up of 2022's most expensive HDBs sold.

Are you one of those who are planning to BTO this Nov? Here is all you need to know about the latest 2022 BTO exercise.

These huge jumbo flats in Woodlands run up to 2,077sqft and can house everyone from your grandmother to 2nd cousin.

Units that just hit MOP are highly in demand. Here is more information on the $900K Bukit Batok 5-room flats.

AMK Residents affected by SERS are to receive higher compensation for their flats. Here is what you need to know about it.

With this sale of the 3-Room Boon Keng DBSS Flat being over $600K in August, what's next for the housing scene?

Here we have yet another million-dollar maisonette sale. Here's the details of the $1.05M Potong Pasir HDB Executive Maisonette.

Bedok has officially joined the list of estates with million-dollar resale HDBs with its first entrant: an executive apartment.

In case you missed it, Sky Eden, a private condo in Bedok that just launched on 8th September, here's all you need to know about it.

Yishun racked up yet another score in terms of a million-dollar sale: this time, a multi-gen flat that was sold for $1.06M. Here’s what we know about the recent transaction.

Even though Bukit Batok is the least popular estate out of the lot, it is still a fairly decent choice for first-time homebuyers.

The first 1,330 Ulu Pandan BTO units will be on offer this November. Here are some things about Ulu Pandan that you may want to take note of.

The rise in interest rates in Singapore has led to the simultaneous rise in mortgage rates, affecting current home-buyers.

The second wave of BTOs in the new estate is set to launch in November this year, after February’s BTO exercise, and here's why Tengah should be your pick.

With the new cooling measures being implemented on the 30th September, HDB Resale Prices are expected to fall in the last quarter of 2022.

Always wanted to live with landed "perks" without depleting all your savings? Then a loft HDB unit might be for you.

The latest property cooling measures were just announced last night, without any prior notice.

More 4-room HDB flats are joining the million-dollar club; will we see a new trend developing in the coming months?

The latest 99-year leasehold condo - Lentor Modern - just launched. Here's an analysis on whether or not it's a worthy purchase.

Now both Haidilao founders Zhang Yong and Shi Yonghong are proud owners of Good Class Bungalows in Singapore.

While most of us will only own one home in our lifetimes, here are some condo bulk sales that happened in Singapore across 2021 & 2022.

The Goh family doesn't just own one GCB, he also owns another in Queen Astrid Park and more than just a handful of super yachts.

Say hello to the newest estate to join the million-dollar HDB club: Tampines. This EM is the first unit to be sold at that price.

If you’ve never heard of the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA)’s Master Plan, here’s a crash course on what it is.

There will be an uptick in demand in the rental market for the rest of 2022, which will lead to a further increase in rental prices. 

Leedon Green was launched a few years ago in 2019 and is expected to be completed in 2023 - there are still units available for sale.

Yet another good class bungalow sale that's setting new records in the market of the rich and affluent in Singapore.

We take a look through his esteemed property lineup, and give our take on what’s so noteworthy about them.

2 HDB blocks in Toa Payoh are set to be cleared for a possible future residential development.

Not so surprising spoiler alert: it’s a Good Class Bungalow located along Nassim Road.

The Kallang/Whampoa area is the most popular for those looking to buy their first-ever flat, since HDB announced November's BTO launch.

Here’s all there is to know about Cash Over Valuation, also known as the amount you have to pay in cash for your resale flat.

The first condo in Ang Mo Kio since 2014 is proving to be quite a hit amongst homebuyers.

The resale HDB Million Dollar Club has just crowned its newest frontrunner.

After close to 5 years, here are some of the ups and downs of living in an Executive Condo as told by a resident.

The second EC launch of 2022 will be at the new Tengah district.

Marine Parade is the newest estate to join the likes of Woodlands and Yishun in having a resale HDB unit transacted for over a million dollars.

Rising interest rates mean that financing your home just got a little more expensive.

The monthly rental rate alone is enough to get you a HDB flat in some estates.

Our regular grocery runs at Sheng Siong have bank-rolled co-founder Lim Hock Leng into a staggering $50M mansion near Dempsey.

In the upcoming Aug 2022 BTO launch, Choa Chu Kang will be the only non-mature estate offering up 5-room flats for sale.

Another HDB flat in Pasir Ris has joined the million-dollar resale club, joining other non-mature estates like Woodlands and Yishun.

Two more flats in Yishun have just recently been sold for over $1M, and they won’t be the last.

HDBs in hot locations would be under the Prime Location Public Housing (PLH) Model, where they will be subject to different conditions.

If you haven’t been successful in your previous BTO applications and can’t hold out any longer, here’s everything you need to know about the SBF exercise this time around.

Another BTO project in Sengkang has been significantly delayed, resulting in compensation for its buyers.

If competing with the masses for a BTO isn’t your thing, you can consider balloting for units from past launches instead.

Latest Public Housing Data for 1Q 2022 shows a booming rental market, with record highs in prices amidst slump in rental volumes.

Of all the executive flats sold in Woodlands in the last 6 months, there was one that crossed the million-dollar mark.

The almost 50-year-old Golden Mile Complex has finally been sold for S$700 million.

Farrer Park is set to undergo a redevelopment over the next 3 years, which will see over 1,600 new BTO units built.

The latest public housing data for Q1 2022 just dropped. In short, an increase in resale prices and slowing transaction volumes. Plus, announcements on new BTOs launching in 2022!

Over 6,000 HDB flats will be built along the Greater Southern Waterfront locale, the first BTOs of their kind.

Four HDB blocks in Ang Mo Kio have been selected for SERS, the public housing equivalent of going en-bloc. Here’s everything you need to know about the news.

Can HDBs actually go en bloc? Yes, it's called SERS, and here's all you need to know about it and what it means for your flat?

If you’re looking for a new EC in the North, check out North Gaia - an exciting new development in Yishun; the first in six years!

The little island enclave is associated with amazing and extravagant houses, so here are some Sentosa Cove homes that will blow your minds.

We spoke to Propnex real estate agent Angela Cheong for some tips on how to dive into the property market.

If you’re keen on securing for yourself an executive condominium or private condominium for your next home, here are seven developments scheduled to launch in 2022 for you to consider.

One of the most important aspects of home renovation (and also probably the costliest!) is deciding on the types of flooring for your living spaces. To help you make an informed decision, here’s our guide on everything related to flooring - the factors to consider, the options available, and of course, their costs.