2024

In Singapore, the fasting month for 2024, known as Ramadan, is scheduled to begin on 12 March 2024. Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar and is observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community. This period of fasting from dawn until sunset is a time for…

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Architectural innovation is not about chasing the latest trends or relying solely on technology –  it's about creatively rethinking the familiar and unlocking the potential of existing resources.

Image credit: Julia Nickson, The Straits Times If you’ve ever wondered about the personal history of your favourite celebrities, get ready for a fascinating revelation: Taylor Swift’s family had roots in Singapore, including a connection to our very own colonial black and white bungalows.  Yes, you read that right! “My mom actually spent a lot…

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In the ever-evolving landscape of Singapore’s Housing and Development Board (HDB) resale market, hitting an all-time high (ATH) sale price is a notable event that signals shifting dynamics and emerging trends. Recently, the spotlight has turned to Hougang and Bedok, where twin executive flat transactions have each clinched the S$1.15 million mark, setting a new…

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How much are HDB BTO prices? We break down HDB BTO prices across 2-room Flexi, 3-room, 4-room, 5-room flats, and more from 2019 to February 2024.

The June 2024 Jurong East HDB BTO will launch with about 1,070 units with 2-room Flexi to 5-room flats. Read our review to decide if you should ballot for Jurong this June.

The Yishun HDB BTO June 2024 project will see about 1,270 BTO flats being launched. Want to apply for the Yishun June 2024 BTO project? Read our full review of the launch here.

The June 2024 Tampines HDB BTO will launch with about 550 units of 2-room Flexi, 4-room, and 5-room flats. There will also be facilities within the estate like an eating house, supermarket, shops and preschool.

Another headline about a property just sold at record high. These days we all desperately want to hear some good news. There is enough bad news around on company layoffs and new condo projects that can’t sell. Luxury projects just sold at record high! The following are common property headlines in local media: “xxxxxxx sold... [read more]

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Yesterday, the Ministry of National Development (MND) provided additional insights into the announcements made during the Singapore Budget 2024 speech in February.  Among these initiatives are S$300 rental vouchers under the Parenthood Provisional Housing Scheme (PPHS) and reduced down payments to aid young couples in their home-buying journey.  Here are more details on these plans…

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