Why HDB Sellers Can’t Afford to Wait Until 2026
Heikal
August 28, 2025
Why HDB Sellers Can’t Afford to Wait Until 2026 When the news broke that the 15-month wait-out rule may soon
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How We Turned a $795K Listing Into an $850K Sale, Without Saying “Negotiable”
Heikal
August 25, 2025
Editor’s Note: This post began as a client case study video on our Instagram and TikTok. We had so many
Why This “Golden” Executive Condo Will Outshine Its Neighbours
Heikal
August 25, 2025
Aurelle EC: Why This “Golden” Executive Condo May Outshine Its Neighbours This article began as a video we posted on
The Vanishing Breed: Why This $1.38M D’Nest 3-Bedder Is Rarer Than You Think
Heikal
August 25, 2025
Every week, I get the same request from young families and first-time condo buyers: “3-bedder, under $1.5M, near MRT, full
This 2017 $1.8m Resale EC was better than a 2025 $3mil New Launch
Heikal
July 5, 2025
“This Feels Smaller Than Our HDB” They could afford $2.8M. But none of the $2.8M homes felt like home. For
CCR Is No Longer Just for the Rich — It’s for the Ready
Heikal
May 5, 2025
Why Singapore’s Most Expensive Region Might Be Its Most Undervalued (For Now) Chapter 1: When the Floor Becomes the Ceiling
$950K to $1.7M: How Real Capital Growth Happens Quietly
Heikal
April 29, 2025
Why Many Get Stuck At Their First Home — And How Some Quietly Build Capital Instead Recently, I had a
Why Most Boutique Condos Underperform (And a Few Soar)
Heikal
April 27, 2025
The Boutique Condo Paradox: Why Some Projects Fly, While Others Flatline By Heikal Shafrudin – HeroHomes.sg ✩️ Most people assume
Why I Told My Friends Not to Buy 1-Bedder Condos in 2025 — Even Though They Could Afford It
Heikal
April 27, 2025
Why I Told My Friends Not to Buy 1-Bedder Condos in 2025 — Even Though They Could Afford It Back
Resale Condos at an All-Time Peak: Here’s Why You (Might Not) Need to Fear
Heikal
April 27, 2025
Are Resale Condo Prices Peaking? What I Discovered After Studying 10 Years of Data By Heikal Shafrudin, HeroHomes.sg Over the
Emerald of Katong Is the Most Affordable Entry-Level Option in a Prime Location
Heikal
October 17, 2024
Introduction Emerald of Katong, developed by Sim Lian Group, is set to become a standout residential development in District 15’s
Navigating Singapore’s Property Market for a Secure Retirement
Heikal
October 16, 2024
Secure Your Future: Unlocking Retirement Income Through Smart Property Investments Understanding the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA)’s recent regulations is crucial,
The Ultimate Guide to Buying a New Launch Condo for HDB Upgraders
Heikal
October 16, 2024
Introduction Welcome to your next big step in real estate! Transitioning from an HDB to a new launch condo offers
Is Meyer Blue a Good Buy or Goodbye? A Comprehensive Analysis for Smart Home Buyers
Heikal
October 16, 2024
When considering a new property investment, especially in prestigious areas like Meyer Road, making an informed decision is crucial. Meyer
Top Developments with Strong En Bloc Potential
Heikal
October 16, 2024
Investing in property isn’t merely about selecting the right location or finding the perfect unit; it’s also about identifying opportunities
Rental Recalibration – Navigating the Post-Covid Housing Shifts
Heikal
March 24, 2024
Singapore’s rental market is ready to turn over a new leaf. The 3rd and 4th quarters of 2023 saw a
J’den Review: The Best OCR Property in 2024? | QPA Analysis
Heikal
March 22, 2024
No doubt, J’den was one of the most successful property launches in Singapore by the end of 2023. Just in
Why My Client Upgraded From a 4-Room Flat to a 2-Storey Executive Maisonette
Heikal
March 21, 2024
Why did my client upgrade from a 4-room flat to a 2-storey Executive Maisonette (EM) in Pasir Ris, and how
CPF or Property: Which Will Give You a Safer Retirement?
Heikal
March 20, 2024
Retirement is one of the biggest worries for most Singaporeans. In 2023, ROSA’s research revealed that only 34% think their
How Your CPF Accrued Interest Affects Your HDB Cash Proceeds
Heikal
March 19, 2024
Did you know your Central Provident Fund (CPF) accrued interest can negatively affect you? Without proper knowledge of the CPF
How to Choose the Right Property Using the QPE Framework
Heikal
January 29, 2024
Before delving into the nitty-gritty of today’s topic, let’s first answer the question you’re probably itching to ask: When is
Resale Home Nightmares: How to Avoid!
Heikal
January 6, 2024
What Nightmares Do Buyers Face When Getting Resale Flats? Successfully purchasing a resale property can often feel like accomplishing
Sell First or Buy Your Next Home? | A BTO Upgrading Guide
Heikal
January 4, 2024
Planning to upgrade from your current Built-To-Order (BTO) flat? Before getting to all the nifty and exciting parts of your
Best Freehold Resale Property for Under $1.8M
Heikal
December 30, 2023
If you’re on the hunt for a resale property with a budget of $1.8M, let me take you up to
Safest CCR Resale Property
Heikal
December 25, 2023
When it comes to being the safest Core Central Region (CCR) resale property in the heart of Singapore, nothing packs
Decoding Singapore’s HDB Resale Price Trends: An Insightful Analysis from 2010 to 2023
Heikal
May 31, 2023
For savvy property owners and industry professionals, understanding the ever-evolving dynamics of the Housing & Development Board (HDB) resale market
Singapore’s New Property Cooling Measures and Citizenship: OurSpeculation
Heikal
May 12, 2023
Singapore’s dynamic real estate market recently saw the introduction of new property cooling measures. The highlight of these measures is
Brownstone EC: Make $300k from a High-Value Property Play Under $1.3mil
Heikal
February 14, 2023
Ready to dispel the myth that buying a resale property is a surefire way to lose money in the Singapore
How to Gain 200% More Profits from a New Condo Launch?
Heikal
February 10, 2023
Choose The Right Unit in The Right Project You see advertisements from property agent highlighting the benefits of new launch
BTO flats has crashed the Resale Market before, how?
Heikal
February 6, 2023
The resale prices of HDB (Housing and Development Board) flats in Singapore are influenced by multiple factors, including the supply
7 Regrettable Mistakes This HDB Upgrader Made. Have We Failed?
Heikal
February 3, 2023
Just last Saturday I brought a buyer down to a HDB executive apartment at Pasir Ris it was the last
The Better Resale Option- ‘Just MOP’ or Older Executive Condos
Heikal
February 2, 2023
If you’re looking to upgrade to a Private Property and move in immediately, you might consider purchasing a resale property
How to Find Undervalued Condos to Buy
Heikal
September 10, 2022
Have you wondered why some properties sell for record prices while some are sold at market or below market prices?
What is HDB: Owning HDB Flats in 2022 A Bad Decision?
Heikal
January 6, 2022
What is HDB? HDB is a sub-government branch established in 1960 to resolve Singapore’s housing crisis. Continue reading.
How Did a Yishun Condo Owner Make $470,000 in 2 Years While This Scotts Rd Condo Lost $1.55m?
Heikal
December 23, 2021
Would you invest in a property located in a prime location or a property 23 km north away from Central
6 Secrets to Getting a High COV for Your HDB Flat
Heikal
December 23, 2021
This article is for subscribers only due to the contents of the post. If you not already a subscriber please
Will I Know the HDB Valuation for my HDB Flat as a Seller?
Heikal
December 16, 2020
Before March 2014, when you were selling your HDB flat you would have to first apply for a HDB valuation.
Why Are Agents Advertising Properties That Don’t Exist Online?
Heikal
December 13, 2020
Why are some properties “unavailable” on Propertyguru? You are now on the hunt for your dream home but when you
[Updated 2023] – 5 Insider Tips to Get $27k COV When Selling Your HDB Flat
Heikal
October 13, 2020
How can you increase your chances of getting alot more cash for your HDB flat when selling? You can use
Why These 3 Malay Families Upgraded to a Condo Without Regrets
Heikal
October 7, 2020
Private Condo Ownership Among Malays Over the past 3 years, my partner Elfi and I have been helping the Malay
When Is The Best Time to Sell Your HDB Flat?
Heikal
May 22, 2020
Should you sell your HDB flat immediately after the 5th year or should you wait? If you’re not already aware,
Is Your HDB BTO Prices Falling Fast?
Heikal
May 22, 2020
We’ve been directing our marketing efforts to today’s generation of HDB upgraders over the past 3 years. Majority of
Why Is “First Mover Advantage” Important in Property Investing?
Heikal
May 21, 2020
How Property Owners Make 6 Digit Profits In this article, I will share with you an important concept when investing
“I Need To Buy A Freehold Condo”
Heikal
May 14, 2020
One of my past clients grew up in that estate and they referred me to their parents. The elderly couple