One of the questions I frequently receive from my blog readers is: Do you think I should buy an HDB flat or a condo unit? The question often comes after they disclose their age, their spouse and children’s age, their household income, outstanding loan and bank savings. If you have the same question in mind, you don’t have to share with me your credit history or tell me your … [Read more...]
6 gimmicks agents use to sell foreign properties
I watched a recent Hong Kong TV programme about buying properties in Malaysia’s Penang. It was a big surprise to see real estate in Penang being positioned as investment properties. To Hong Kong people, Penang is a beach holiday destination in Southeast Asia similar to resort places like Phuket or Bali. Foreigners go there to buy their holiday or retirement homes. How … [Read more...]
5 property buying mistakes buyers can’t stop making
British novelist Joe Abercrombie once said, "I have learned all kinds of things from my many mistakes. The one thing I never learn is to stop making them." To err is human. To repeat the same mistake is human weakness. Out of all the property buying mistakes that home buyers can make, it is not difficult to notice five faults that buyers keep committing over and over … [Read more...]
The best advice for home buyers
A Hong Kong actress met a renowned fengshui master recently at a press conference. With Chinese New Year approaching, she asked him about her relationship in the new year. “You will find Mr. Right these two years. If you want a good marriage, remember one thing: No need to find a very good man. Just don’t pick a 衰人 (bad guy).” This is the best relationship advice I’ve … [Read more...]
Helping you make money with your money
A girlfriend was tired of being single and looked for Mr Right from popular online dating sites and dating apps. She soon found a guy who met her quality checklist - decent looking, well-educated and with good sense of humour. He is also a professional working in the financial industry. They met for dinner after communicating online for some time. He was … [Read more...]