2024 is a significant year. It marks the commencement of Period 9 (九运) in the Chinese calendar. On February 4 precisely at 4.37 pm, we welcomed the arrival of spring (立春). From that moment, we officially entered Period 9 that will last for 20 years until the end of 2043. What is three cycles and nine periods? I remember the teacher mentioned three cycles and nine … [Read more...]
6 property questions that have no answer
When we were young, we believed when we grow older, we will have the answer to most questions. As time passed by, we had more questions than answers. As former US Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld told us, “There are things we don't know we don't know.” Sometimes we ask a question. Rather than getting an answer, we end up with more questions. Philosopher Aristotle said, … [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...]
Property Fengshui 101
Do you believe in house fengshui? I am a big fan of it. Don’t get me wrong. I am not being superstitious. Fengshui is very scientific. There is nothing speculative or supernatural about it. Property fengshui believes in maintaining the harmony between man and nature for the sake of good health and good fortune. Good fengshui depends very much on the external environment, … [Read more...]
Picking the best unit in a property project
Do you like visiting showflats of new launch projects? Was that once your favourite weekend activity before you bought your present home? Me too. Except that I didn't stop doing so even after I bought five properties. Have you chosen a good unit? In fact, I have visited well over a hundred showflats since year 2000. Now I can step into any sales gallery, flip the sales … [Read more...]