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Notes, stories, and practical takes on Singapore property from Able S.K Toh.

Tall older Singapore condominium blocks under a blue sky, the kind of ageing private developments affected by the new en bloc thresholds
En BlocCondo

Singapore En Bloc Changes: What Owners Need to Know

The consent threshold drops to 70% for buildings 40 to 59 years old and 65% for those past 60. Here is what that means if you own in an ageing estate.

21 August 2026
Aerial view of a Singapore cluster housing estate with private pools, shared driveways, and landscaped grounds
Cluster HouseLanded

Cluster House Prices in Singapore 2026: What You'll Actually Pay

Real 2026 numbers by district, why cluster houses run 15 to 25% below standalone landed, ABSD, MCST fees, and the appreciation trade-off most guides skip.

21 August 2026
Singapore HDB blocks and private condominium towers at sunset, representing the 2026 decision to sell your HDB or condo
HDBCondo

Is 2026 a Good Time to Sell Your HDB or Condo?

HDB resale just broke a five-year growth streak while condo prices keep climbing. Here is what that split means if you are deciding whether to sell this year.

7 August 2026
Hand holding a house-shaped keychain and key, representing buying landed property in Singapore
Landed PropertyBuying

Buying Landed Property in Singapore: A Beginner's Guide

Real 2026 landed prices by type, eligibility for citizens, PRs and foreigners, GPR and rebuild potential, financing math, ABSD, and the caveat step buyers miss.

5 August 2026
Aerial view of waterfront condominiums in Singapore with the title Property Investment in Singapore
InvestmentRental Yield

Property Investment in Singapore: Yields, Taxes, and Costs

Real 2026 rental yields, ABSD and property tax costs, LTV limits, and the exit math that decides whether a Singapore investment property actually pays.

4 August 2026
Singapore waterfront condominiums and CBD skyline with the title Can Foreigners Buy Property in Singapore
Foreign BuyersABSD

Can Foreigners Buy Property in Singapore? Rules & Costs

ABSD at 60%, the FTA exemption that drops it to zero for five nationalities, financing without CPF, and the Sentosa Cove landed exception.

30 July 2026
Upward view of Singapore CBD office towers with the title How a Commercial Property Agent Helps You in Singapore
CommercialReal Estate

How a Commercial Property Agent Helps You in Singapore

ABSD exemptions, corporate financing structures, GST treatment, leasing paperwork, and the JTC rules that catch industrial buyers out.

29 July 2026
Side-by-side view of a Singapore HDB block and a modern private condominium with an arrow indicating the upgrade path from HDB to condo
Real EstateHDB

Moving From HDB to Condo in Singapore: The Full Guide

MOP rules, ABSD costs, financing limits, and the sell-first-or-buy-first decision every HDB upgrader has to get right.

24 July 2026
Singapore residential skyline with high-rise condos and low-rise homes at sunset, illustrating property valuation across housing types
Real EstateHDB

Singapore Property Valuation: What Affects Your Home's Price?

What drives property valuation in Singapore? Real factors, HDB vs private valuation, and the cash shortfall risk buyers often overlook.

23 July 2026
HDB flats for sale in Singapore, high-rise Pinnacle-style residential towers against a blue sky
HDBBuying Guide

How to Find the Best HDB Flats for Sale in Singapore in 2026

Real price data, CPF grant amounts, best towns, and a smart buying checklist for HDB flats for sale in Singapore in 2026.

21 July 2026
Experienced HDB property agent in Singapore discussing options with clients at a meeting table
HDBReal Estate

How to Choose an Experienced HDB Property Agent in Singapore

What real experience looks like, fair commission, red flags to avoid, and the right questions to ask before you sign with an HDB agent.

16 July 2026

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