The Level Ground
Should buyers get more excited over relatively ‘cheap’ freehold Newport Residences?
The project’s underperformance versus River Modern may not be justified
Allow flexibility on 10-year minimum occupation period for homeowners with sufficient deterrents
Needs and financial circumstances of owners of HDB Plus and Prime flats and new EC units can change
Should developers build more one-bedroom condo units?
Affordability, leasing demand and an ageing population support having more of such housing
Drop in HDB resale flat prices in Q1 no cause for panic among condo buyers
But mind weakening tailwind in upgrader demand if HDB resale market weakens
Paragon’s value lies in the opportunity for CICT to transform an ageing gem
The trust has the means and expertise to add value to the trophy Orchard Road asset
Reckless housing land bids? Developers’ faith in Singapore government can pay off
The Middle East war may hurt demand and raise costs, but authorities have led the nation through crises before
Singapore properties’ safe-haven premium shields S-Reits from Iran war headwinds
The Republic’s attractiveness to businesses and individuals will grow in a chaotic world
High per square foot prices of new condos could be increasingly irrelevant to buyers
For many, the focus is on finding the right home at an acceptable absolute quantum
Time to cool EC demand: drop deferred payment scheme, lengthen MOP, tighten resale restrictions
Moderating growth will benefit eligible buyers without access to abundant liquidity
Would a subsidy clawback of 20% or more for top HDB BTO projects be excessive?
A Pearl’s Hill BTO flat may not be a slam dunk with tighter restrictions in place for Prime flats
