Executive Condo News Today

In the expansive landscape of the Government Land Sales (GLS) programme for H1 2024, a total of 10 promising sites have emerged. This article is dedicated to unravelling the potential of residential sites that are poised to attract substantial demand from developers. But first, here's an overview of of what we're working with: On the Confirmed List, there are nine...

Singapore may have avoided a technical recession so far in 2023, but will we be able to avoid it forever? If you are about to get your first property, a recession can be a bane to your housing affordability. That’s why we are here with some useful tips for those of you who are getting your first property amidst an...

This week, our focus is on families eyeing roomier spaces without stretching the budget too thin. Space is a luxury, especially in a bustling city like Singapore, but finding that perfect blend of size and affordability can be a challenge. With this in mind, we’ve looked at the most reasonably-priced 4-bedroom condos on the market, all coming in under $1.4...

Shoebox units, typically around 500 sq ft or below, have always been popular due to their accessible price point, representing the lowest barrier to entry for those eyeing condo ownership. Save for ultra-luxurious condos, these small units are usually the first ones to sell out. While many investors are drawn to these compact properties primarily for their impressive rental yields...

The income ceiling for Executive Condos currently stands at $16,000. But there has been discussion lately over whether it's time to raise this income ceiling, along with that of BTO flats. It doesn't surprise us to hear it: amid rising interest rates, high inflation, and fully-private homes getting out of reach, there are real fears that a low-income ceiling would...

Approximately a decade ago, when the Design, Build and Sell Scheme (DBSS) came to an end, the event was largely met with nonchalance. From property blogs to casual conversations, the consensus seemed to favour the scheme's termination. For most people, the differences between an HDB and a DBSS often weren't stark enough to justify the higher price tags. Neither were...

If you are a first-time homeowner in Singapore, leveraging HDB housing grants is the best way to keep the costs of home ownership affordable. Depending on your eligibility, the grant can save you anywhere between S$5,000 to S$80,000 when you purchase your first Built-To-Order (BTO) flat or resale HDB unit. This is quite a generous subsidy for owning a Singapore...

Buying a Build-To-Order (BTO) flat is one of the biggest steps young Singaporeans take in their journey to adulthood. To smoothen your way forward, we've compiled a comprehensive guide to buying your BTO. You need to meet the following criteria to buy a BTO flat: Each project will usually specify the income ceiling during the sales launch. $21,000 for extended...

For most of us, adulting is hard. And it gets even more daunting when it's time to buy a house. Given the high cost of housing in Singapore, most of us would go for an HDB flat as our first home. On the other hand, since HDB flats are a form of public housing, there are many criteria and conditions...

Thinking of upgrading from an HDB flat, but find that buying a condo is too expensive? Your best bet is to get an Executive Condo. A hybrid of public and private housing, Executive Condominiums (EC) come with condo facilities, but are cheaper than condos as they're subsidised. Just like HDB flats, you can take CPF Housing Grants to buy a...