2022

Fear is a much more powerful sales strategy than greed. It doesn’t matter whether you are creating needs, doing negotiations or closing deals. If you know how to play with the FOMO phobia and manipulate the scarcity mindset of the other party, your chance of winning is high. That is why property agents tell you... [read more]

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The Classic BTO story goes like this: Why three to five years? Because that’s how long it usually takes for a bunch of flats to be built and be livable. Conventional wisdom says: get engaged, live with your parents,  and when your flat is almost ready, get married and then move in together and make...

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In November 2022, HDB will launch about 9,000 units of BTO flats in Bukit Batok, Kallang/Whampoa, Queenstown and Yishun. Here's where we think they'll be based on the URA Masterplan and URA Space.

You’ve just gotten the keys to your new flat, and you’re raring to start building out your dream home. Yes, we know your Pinterest boards are bursting with inspiration, but curb your enthusiasm and read this article before jumping into your home renovation project.  Whether you’re renovating a BTO or resale unit, there are various...

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While most of Singapore was sleeping, the US Federal Reserve raised its interest rates by 0.75% for the first time since 1994. The move was a bid to control inflation....

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Ever look at Singapore house prices and think, "Why is housing in Singapore so expensive?" From rising demand and growing labour and material costs, we breakdown why and give 4 reasons why properties are so pricey.

Between studio apartments and co living spaces, which is better to rent in Singapore? We weight the pros and cons of renting a studio apartment vs co-living space and provide a list of 5 co-living spaces you can look out for.

When buying HDB flats, most have a preferred housing estate they want to live in. But when comparing BTO vs resale flats, which should you choose? Here are 5 factors to consider, including Singapore HDB prices.

Between buying a 3-room HDB flat or a 4-room HDB flat, which would you go for if you were a dual income, no kids (DINK) couple in Singapore? We weigh 9 factors to determine the pros and cons of each flat type to help you decide.

Just got the keys to your new BTO house or the resale flat and want to dive into renovations? Or have you simply grown sick and tired of the design and structure of your house and want to switch it up? Then yes, it is time to renovate your home. Before diving into renovations, there’s...

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