Buying condo is the dream of many in Singapore. It can be upgrading from HDB or buying a home for the first time. Like it or not, the Singapore dream is very humble. It is far from saving humanity or making a mark in a field. Sadly, even a reasonable goal of work-life balance or holistic well-being sounds too ambitious. Our wish is only getting BTO, profiting from it and … [Read more...]
Comparing notes with property investors
As property investors, it is always interesting to meet like-minded individuals. During the process of exchanging personal experiences, we get new ideas and inspirations. For subjects like property investment that have no definite guidelines or standards, comparing notes with others can offer better clarity and more insights. At times, it is thrilling to have an epiphany. … [Read more...]
2024 new private home market mid-year review
Half of 2024 is gone in the blink of an eye. Is life treating you well so far? My two 2024 family objectives have been accomplished. To ensure my younger child settle well in secondary school and to spend maximum time with the older one before she goes university. I had more personal time in the first half of 2024. Thanks to the quiet real estate market. Homebuyers: … [Read more...]
4 formidable sales tactics
It is not easy to tell the difference between the truth and a sales tactic. To trust or not to trust, that is the question. Singapore is a high trust society. According to the 2024 Edelman Trust Barometer, Singaporeans have high level of trust in the government (77 percent), non-governmental organizations (66 percent), business (63 percent) and media (60 … [Read more...]
The showflat in my dreams
New project sales galleries and their showflat are very quiet these days. At most times, there are only a handful of cars parked in front, most likely driven by the agents. That is why we were in disbelief when the media told us that Hillhaven and The Arcady at Boon Keng drew 2,000 and 3,000 visitors respectively over their preview weekend. Unfortunately, the first two … [Read more...]