Rents for heartland shops are soaring, with privately owned HDB shops hitting record highs. For small businesses, this means rising costs and tougher choices, while HDB-managed units continue to provide some level of stability. Rising rental rates for privately held HDB shops Over the past year, HDB shop rentals under private landlords have more than doubled.…
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From September 1, 2025, to February 28, 2026, property owners and developers across Singapore will face new Land Betterment Charges (LBC). The Singapore Land Authority (SLA), working closely with the chief valuer, has revised these charges upward for most use groups, reflecting stronger demand and shifting market conditions. If you are involved in residential, commercial,…
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A 5-room flat at 1G Cantonment Road in Pinnacle@Duxton has sold for a record-setting S$1.6M in August 2025. This makes it one of the highest HDB resale transactions in Singapore’s history, tying for second place alongside a deal at The Peak@Toa Payoh in January 2025, and sitting just S$58,000 below the current all-time record at…
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If you live in an HDB flat, fire insurance probably isn’t the most exciting thing on your mind. But in a city where nearly 80% of residents call public housing home, it’s a topic worth paying attention to; especially as fire incidents are rising. In 2024 alone, the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) responded to…
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Singapore’s luxury property market saw a sharp rebound in the first half of 2025, with sales of big-ticket apartments and penthouses surging on the back of favourable financing conditions and a wave of high-profile launches. Yet, while the momentum looks strong, analysts caution that the rally may hinge on how long today’s unusually low interest…
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Singapore’s northern region is undergoing a significant transformation, with Woodlands at the heart of this change. Once known mainly for its checkpoint and industrial facilities, Woodlands is now evolving into a vibrant business, residential, and lifestyle hub that will serve as a key gateway to Malaysia. The upcoming enhancements in infrastructure, housing, and industry signal…
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If you’ve visited Punggol Digital District (PDD) lately, you’ll know things are changing, and fast. Tucked along the waterfront, on a prime parcel at 98 Punggol Way, plans for a 208-room hotel are finally picking up steam. JTC’s hospitality site is more than just a resting spot for tech talent and business travellers. The rooms…
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Marine Parade is proving once again why it’s one of the most closely watched markets for investors. In August 2025 alone, multiple condo owners walked away with million-dollar profits in under five years of holding. Are these eye-popping gains a sign of lasting growth, or just a reflection of perfect timing? Let’s unpack the numbers!…
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The Executive Condominium (EC) market continues to tighten, with fewer than 250 unsold new EC units available across Singapore. In this landscape of limited supply and steady upgrader demand, two recently closed EC tenders, Senja Close and Woodlands Drive 17, are poised to play a key role in the next wave of launches. The tenders…
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