Anyone looking into the real estate market will often come across the term Stamp Duty , but what does it really mean? Stamp duty is a tax on documents relating to immovable properties. In Singapore, stamp duty is classified into seven categories. However, we will only delve into the three duties that regulate the sale […]

For the longest time, BTO flats have been THE go-to housing option for Singaporeans, especially first-timers. But times are changing. Over the past decade, more and more people are turning to Executive Condominiums (ECs) and private condos, and it’s not just for bragging rights. So what’s behind this trend? Read on to discover why savvy

The government has maintained its supply of land for private housing development for the second half of 2024 (2H 2024) under its Government Land Sales (GLS) programme. For 2H 2024, the government will be offering 10 sites on the Confirmed List, comprising nine residential sites including an executive condo plot, and one residential and commercial

Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Lawrence Wong unveiled the Singapore Budget 2024, under the theme “Building Our Shared Future Together.” Among the array of measures outlined, significant updates pertaining to the real estate sector were disclosed, aimed at addressing various housing needs and enhancing flexibility for both homebuyers and developers. Here’s a breakdown of

As we bid adieu to 2023, the HDB resale market emerges as a resilient force, although slightly tapering off its turbocharged growth from the preceding years. The market, akin to a rollercoaster, saw some twists and turns, yet managed to scale new heights. Let’s take a closer look at the pulse of the HDB resale

As we stand at the threshold of a new year, the canvas of Singapore’s private residential property market unfurls with anticipation and intrigue. In this blog post, we will offer a glimpse into what 2024 might hold for property enthusiasts, investors, and those with a keen eye on the market trends. Painting The Price Landscape

As we step into the promising realms of 2024, the Singapore housing market finds itself in the midst of both challenges and opportunities. The echoes of uncertainties that characterized 2023 are expected to resonate into the first half of the new year, weaving a complex tapestry influenced by geopolitical tensions, macroeconomic headwinds, rising costs, and

Both the private residential property and HDB resale flat segments posted price growths QOQ in Q3 2023 — albeit relatively trim ones, according to the flash estimates published on Monday (2 October). Recent price trends continue to point towards a moderation in the housing sector, as the cooling measures work their way in through the

In a groundbreaking update revealed during the National Day Rally 2023, significant changes are set to reshape the landscape of HDB flats in Singapore. The conventional categorization of mature versus non-mature estates, a system since 1992, is making way for a fresh classification: prime, plus, and standard. This transformative shift is not only about labels;