I have to admit it is always tough to have an impartial and unbiased stand in your profession when it comes close to conflict with your business. It is similar to asking a barber do you need a haircut.
I had once literally turned away a deal because I advised my clients to choose a new HDB flat rather than buying a new condominium unit. It was after long discussion with them on their financial planning and practicality of their lifestyle that we realized buying a private residential unit may not be …

I have a relative from Malaysia. I shall name him as Uncle A. Uncle A is an old bird in investment, both in stocks and property. He is not highly educated, however he believes in self-upgrade that he applies what he learns from newspaper and books on his investment. And he is an extremely smart guy with a calculus in his mind, who believes  in cash flow more than capital appreciation.
I was told he only get his first one million at the age of 40, through prudent saving and conservative …

HDB flat upgraders are making up 44% of private residential sales in March. This figure is considered very high considering the figure is only 33 to 34% in Jan & Feb, and even lower in the previous years.
Just take a look at the commentary in bold on the high percentage of HDB buyers in the appended article. Many HDB upgraders are rushing into the private property market thinking that they might miss the boat if they wait for longer. The fear of missing the boat is somehow amplified with the ever increase …

The coming property launches in prime area is drumming up much interest in many buyers with its features and location. We have the 39 storey condominium, 76 Shenton by Hong Leong Holdings, and The Residences at W Singapore by CDL & Seascape Cove by Hobee in Sentosa Cove lining up to be launched in the coming months. So as a buyer you will not be short of choice during your weekend hunting for new home and investment: )

76 Shenton
Source : Straits Times – 19 Mar 2010
BUYERS are said to be …

You should be clear of the intent of buying a piece of property, be it for own use or investment purpose. If for your own stay, you should be setting out parameter based on your location and size specific requirements, such as accessibility to workplace, distance from the preferred schools you would like your children to enter. If you are buying property for investment, you will be looking at the yield and capital appreciation matters. The current residential gross yield in Singapore is 3 to 4.5 %. Currently, the studio …