Realtor Lynn Tiang introduced “probably the cheapest land you can get in Singapore” in a video posted to the Property Giant TikTok channel recently. ( read original story ...)
Changing land pricing to cut cost of HDB flats risks destabilising entire property market: DPM Wong
Changing the way that land is priced to lower the cost of Housing Board flats will risk destabilising the entire property market, said Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong. He cautioned against ... ( read original story ...)
Return of China property buyers in bigger numbers unlikely to impact prices in Singapore: Analysts
As China moves to a post-pandemic approach to COVID-19, analysts expect more of its nationals to explore investing in the Singapore property market. ( read original story ...)
Singapore housing supply to remain tight in the next few years
But home prices are not expected to increase significantly. Singapore is set to see a tight housing supply over the next few years. According to OrangeTee, housing supply is expected to remain tight ... ( read original story ...)
SMEs in Singapore urged to use PayNow-UPI scheme for biz deals with India
The Singapore Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) has urged Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in the city-state to use the PayNow-UPI linkage for business dealings with India for ease of ... ( read original story ...)
Is Singapore too expensive to live in? A look at cost of living in the country in 2023
Most expats rent a home in Singapore. Be warned — it’s not cheap. If you’re planning on renting, here are some factors for you to consider: What type of property do you want to live in — public or ... ( read original story ...)
What can the Singapore housing sector offer foreign investors
The Singapore property market has been a hot topic of discussion in recent years, with its constant evolution and government intervention to ensure stability and sustainability. ( read original story ...)
Budget 2023 grants could further increase HDB resale prices, property expert warns
The Online Citizen Asia Budget 2023 grants could further increase HDB resale prices, property expert warns Property ... ( read original story ...)
Resale HDB flat sellers unlikely to raise prices for first-time buyers despite higher grants, property agents say
Although first-time resale flat buyers will receive increased housing grants, some property agents said they have not seen sellers raising their flat prices to capitalise on the larger budget. ( read original story ...)
The essential guide for first-time homebuyers: How to pick the right property
Location, location, location.Coined by Harold Samuel in 1944, this famous mantra has been uttered many times over the years whenever someone is asked about what makes a good property.But is it really ... ( read original story ...)
Will Singapore’s housing tweaks help families get their first homes more quickly?
Amid ballooning prices, rents and mortgages, the affordability of public flats - home to over 80 per cent of the population - is under the spotlight Construction delays over Covid bottlenecks have ... ( read original story ...)
Sin duty hikes and new wealth tax: Singapore house-cleans its tax system
Under Mr Wong’s leadership, Budget 2023’s numerous tweaks to the tax system have sent a vivid message that Singapore will use tax as a public policy tool to disincentivise undesired behaviour, ... ( read original story ...)
In a high interest rate environment homeowners should finance their loans using mortgage brokers
There are many reasons why homeowners should finance their home loans using mortgage brokers, especially in a high interest environment. The post In a high interest rate environment homeowners should ... ( read original story ...)
The property market is so bad in China that some banks are letting people be on mortgages till they are 80
A 50-year-old home buyer can now get a 30-year mortgage. Under the previous rules, the buyer would have had to be under 40 to get a similar mortgage. ( read original story ...)
What is Buyer’s Stamp Duty in Singapore?
The BSD is a stamp duty levied on any property purchase in Singapore, whether it's residential or not. So it applies regardless of whether you're buying an HDB flat, private property or commercial ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Property Market Report Q1 2023
Consequently, we should expect the same buying behaviours in the first quarter of 2023. Get the GuruView Singapore Property Sale Market Index Q1 2023 Sale Price Index, Supply Index and Demand Index ... ( read original story ...)