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Data-driven analysis and practical advice for navigating the Singapore property market.

Kallang Wave Mall transformation: what a mall makeover signals for Kallang property
InsightsJul 2026

Kallang Wave Mall transformation: what a mall makeover signals for Kallang property

Kallang Wave Mall begins a phased revamp in May 2026, adding a 21m climbing wall, rooftop padel courts and a new wave of sport-lifestyle brands by 2028. The bigger story for buyers is the wider Kallang Alive rebuild, and the first private-housing land sale in the area since 1997.

Condo by-laws and the MCST: what to check before you buy or rent
GuidesJun 2026

Condo by-laws and the MCST: what to check before you buy or rent

A Geylang condo banning foreign workers shows why condo by-laws matter. Here is what an MCST can change, the rules to read before you buy or lease, and what catches investors out.

How the updated CEA register makes choosing a property agent easier
GuidesJun 2026

How the updated CEA register makes choosing a property agent easier

Singapore's updated CEA Public Register makes it easier to choose a property agent with confidence. Here is what changed, how to read it fairly, and how to vet your agent in five minutes.

Orchard Road retail property guide: what S$5,455 psf at Paragon tells us
InsightsMay 2026

Orchard Road retail property guide: what S$5,455 psf at Paragon tells us

CICT just paid a record S$5,455 psf for Paragon, valuing the mall at S$3.9 billion. Asia Square Tower 2 traded in the same announcement at S$3,180 psf. Here is what that 1.7x spread says about Orchard Road retail, with real District 9 rent data from URA.

New EC rules 2026: 10-year MOP, no DPS, and why the math has changed
InsightsMay 2026

New EC rules 2026: 10-year MOP, no DPS, and why the math has changed

Singapore just doubled the EC Minimum Occupation Period and scrapped the Deferred Payment Scheme. Here is what it means for your wallet, and why the same upfront cash buys a much better condo than a $1.5M EC.

GLS land sales vs condo prices: what a decade of data shows
DataApr 2026

GLS land sales vs condo prices: what a decade of data shows

We compared Government Land Sale prices against actual condo PSF across every major district. Here is what the numbers reveal.

How MRT construction affects property prices in 2026
InsightsMar 2026

How MRT construction affects property prices in 2026

Buying near a future MRT station sounds smart. But there is a side of this story that agents rarely tell you upfront.

HDB vs Condo in 2026: what first-time buyers need to know
GuidesMar 2026

HDB vs Condo in 2026: what first-time buyers need to know

Buying your first home in Singapore means choosing between two very different paths. Here's what you need to understand before deciding.

Singapore property districts explained: CCR, RCR, OCR
GuidesMar 2026

Singapore property districts explained: CCR, RCR, OCR

These are not just jargon. They directly affect pricing, investment returns, and who typically buys in each area.