The Straits Times highlights a few key shifts shaping the 2026 property market: 1) New home supply will be more limited — fewer launches than recent years 2) Suburban & city-fringe homes stay in focus as affordability matters 3) More completed projects may increase resale choices, but

AsiaOne recently shared this story and honestly, it’s a fear I hear a lot when talking to buyers. The worry of moving too early, versus the regret of waiting too long. From my experience, waiting without direction can backfire. Prices in some segments have steadily risen, and those who hold back

Studios and one-bedroom condos make up about one in four resale transactions between 2019 and 2025. While demand for compact units exists, the resale experience tells a different story. Case Study In 2016, a French expatriate purchased a 732 sq ft one-bedroom unit for $1.55 million. By 2022, sh

The recent Seller’s Stamp Duty (SSD) hike extending the holding period from 3 to 4 years has drawn mixed views, and both sides have merit. 1. Short-term impact: Some cooling effect • The hike will make short-term flipping less attractive. • It signals that authorities are watching speculation

Most people think property prices only move because of “market demand.” But in reality, developers deliberately structure their prices in phases — and understanding this can save you six figures. Here’s how it works: 1️⃣ Early-Bird Phase (Lowest Entry) When a new launch is announced, develop

“Let’s wait. Prices are high, maybe there will be a bubble.” That’s what many told themselves three years ago. Fast forward to today. The market didn’t fall — it held steady, and in some places, pushed higher. Rules became stricter, SSD was extended to 4 years, financing tightened, and the wi

July 2025 saw 940 new homes sold, a 245% surge from June. RCR (city-fringe) dominated with 55% of sales, while CCR (Orchard/City area) hit a 4-year high with strong luxury launches. OCR (suburbs) stayed quiet, just 7% of sales. ⸻ Key Takeaway Demand is roaring back in the city and city-f

But What It Buys Today Feels… Smaller. A generation ago, $2 million gave you room to grow: 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 A spacious home for family 🍽️ A dining area that held memories 🪴 Corners left untouched — simply because you could afford to But today? That same $2M buys you a compact 2-bedder. Neatly eff