When Mr Abdul Rahim moved into his new home at Waterway Sunrise 1 in Punggol three months ago, he was looking forward to living in an estate that faces the Lorong Halus Bridge with a view of Coney ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore “safe haven” reputation to prop up prime grade office rents
Full-year office rent growth will come between 3% up to 5%. Prime grade office rents in Singapore are expected to hold firm even in the event of a recession, partly thanks to Singapore’s “safe haven” ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore property market expected to be resilient
SINGAPORE: Moves by central banks around the world to raise interest rates to tame inflation are already fuelling sharp downturns in housing markets, as buyers turn cautious in the wake of costlier ... ( read original story ...)
5 things to consider before skipping the property agent
Whilst it's common practice to engage a licensed agent for your property-related transactions, it's technically not a must-do in Singapore.In fact, there's a growing number of savvy homeowners or ... ( read original story ...)
4 money tips to note when mortgage rates rise
With rising rates, borrowers should consider paying off the loan instead of saving more money in the near term. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Here’s why you should take a fixed rate home loan
Following the latest interest rate hike by the US Federal Reserve on June 15, banks here have increased their mortgage interest rates. To curb inflation, the Fed has increased interest rates three ... ( read original story ...)
What’s still ahead for 2022: Rising rates hit prices worldwide but S’pore property market expected to be resilient
The S'pore property market has been resilient so far, with prices for private homes and Housing Board resale flats growing at a faster pace in the second quarter than in the first. Read more at ... ( read original story ...)
Las Vegas Sands looks attractive due to Singapore momentum – J.P. Morgan
J.P. Morgan clipped its price target on Las Vegas Sands (LVS) to $42 from $46 to adjust for the latest GGR trends in Macau. Read more. ( read original story ...)
Additional duties on property transfers into trusts are not meant to be wealth taxes: Chee Hong Tat
SINGAPORE - Additional duties on property transfers and stake transfers in property holding entities to nameless living trusts are not meant to be wealth taxes but are instead part of market cooling ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Office Rents Set to Surpass Pre-Pandemic Peak: Is It Time to Buy Commercial REITs?
Commercial property rental rates are heading up. Is it a great time to snap up REITs that own Singapore commercial properties? The post Singapore Office Rents Set to Surpass Pre-Pandemic Peak: Is It ... ( read original story ...)
Insight – Singapore’s Beverly Hills shows signs of froth
LES Maisons is a low-rise development of just 14 units coming up on Nassim Road, a leafy street nestled between the bustling shopping district of Orchard Road on one end and the expansive quiet of the ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore properties are unprofitable investments if mortgage rates rise beyond 5%
Will the mortgage rates go higher? It is very likely. Singapore mortgage rates are moving towards benchmarking against Singapore Overnight Rate Average (SORA) instead of Singapore Interbank Offered ... ( read original story ...)
What property buyers in Singapore need to know about the tax regime
Many people buy a home jointly because they can secure a bigger mortgage based on their combined earnings, but there are possible hitches to watch out for. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
HDB’s Liu Thai Ker discusses buying property in Singapore
Glossy, cosmopolitan Singapore is playing host to a very unusual balancing act. The city is one of Asia’s most expensive property markets — and at the same time, boasts one of the highest home ... ( read original story ...)
Munich Re appoints Surbhi Goel as head of property & causality in SG, SEA
She has over 20 years of experience. Munich Re has announced that Surbhi Goel, managing director and head, property & casualty, will take on the responsibility for the business in Singapore and Asia ... ( read original story ...)
CNA Explains: Where are mortgage rates in Singapore headed and what should home owners do?
SINGAPORE: Home owners in Singapore will have to brace themselves for higher mortgage repayments as local banks continue to raise interest rates for their home loan offerings. The lenders are taking ... ( read original story ...)