Singapore 2nd Most Expensive Housing Market

Despite Singapore taking second place, home prices are rising more rapidly in both Chinese cities. Since last year, the average property price growth in Hong Kong (5.5 percent) and Shanghai (11.2 per ... ( read original story ...)

Property Jargon of the Day: Lease Decay

As the lease runs down, the property value will eventually fall to zero. Note that to date, only one residential land plot in Singapore seems to actually be reaching the end of its lease. This is a ... ( read original story ...)

Property Jargon of the Day: QC

It applies in all parts of Singapore except Sentosa Cove. The QC is a scheme imposed on foreign property developers. Under the QC, foreign developers need to meet two requirements: Any property ... ( read original story ...)

Singapore property market to benefit from Brexit

This comes as the prospect of Brexit has cast a negative impact on the London property market’s status as a safe haven investment for overseas buyers. A turning point in the United Kingdom’s history, ... ( read original story ...)

Property Jargon of the Day: Freehold / Leasehold

Freehold properties can be held indefinitely. In Singapore, properties can be freehold or on a 99-year lease. Public housing (HDB flats) are always 99-year leases. Private property, however, can be ... ( read original story ...)