Jovell Vs Treasures.. What Happened?
Two three-bedders launched in the East in 2019, eleven square feet apart in size. The cheaper one is now $320,000 behind, and the reason has almost nothing to do with the units.
15-Month Wait-Out Period Removed: What It Means for HDB Owners, Sellers and Downgraders
Minister Chee Hong Tat removed the 15-month wait-out for private owners buying HDB resale, effective immediately. Here’s what changes, what doesn’t, and what we’re telling clients this week.
The Same Trap HDB Owners Fell Into in 2017 Is Setting Up Again
Between 2017 and 2019, HDB resale fell 1.5 percent while private condos rose 30 percent. The supply numbers for the next three years have already been announced.
Joint Tenancy vs 99:1
How you and your spouse hold the title — joint tenancy, tenancy-in-common, or 99/1 — shapes your ABSD, CPF and exit. In plain language.
Your Downpayment Might Be Too Big
Putting more cash down feels safe. Often it quietly drains the buffer that protects your upgrade. Why a bigger downpayment can be riskier.
The Pasir Ris EC Decision: Why One Couple Walked Away | HeroHomes
Two civil servants, a 5-room HDB at MOP, every reason to upgrade — and why they walked away from the EC.
East OCR Replacement Cost
The $900K era is gone, the $1.4M era is next. Why the same 3-bedroom now starts above $2.2M — and what replaces it.
MOP Upgrading Framework
The exact framework Heikal used on his own Tampines flat at MOP — how to know whether upgrading is safe before any showflat.
They Could Afford $2.8M. The Home That Worked Cost $1.75M.
A 2017 resale EC beat a 2025 new launch on the three things this family was actually buying: usable floor area, monthly outlay, and how soon they could move in.
🏖 The Ultimate Coastal Cabana EC Analysis
Why This Isn’t Your Typical Executive Condo Success Story Anymore ⚡ Quick Reference : Coastal Cabana at a Glance Expected Price: $1,600–$1,750 psf 3BR Entry Quantum (est.): ~$1.60–$1.75M Developer Land Cost: ~$729 psf ppr Reserves Needed (CPF + Cash): $350K+ Hold Timeline: 8–10 years (incl. MOP) Investment Rating: 5/10 (steady, not spectacular) Lifestyle Rating: […]