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All-day dining, hydrotherapy pool, hair salon bus at S’pore’s first private assisted living project

The facility aims to enhance not just longevity, but the quality of life for seniors.

Kallang Distripark set to be redeveloped for thousands of new private homes

The view of factory buildings in Kallang Distripark as seen from 15 Upper Boon Keng Road on Aug 14.

‘They don’t simply open doors and earn five figures’: How much do property agents really earn?

Property agents Mervyn Ong from PropNex (left) and Semantha Soon from ERA like the entrepreneurial side of property sales, among other things.

News analysis

New rules for property agents likely to weed out inactive ones, help consumers make better decisions

The changes are part of an industry review to raise professional standards and improve transparency.

Proposed collective sale changes welcomed, but some say 6 months to get mandate too short

Former HUDC project Laguna Park faces rising maintenance costs due to its outdated electrical wiring and lifts, and numerous water seepage issues. In its fifth attempt at a collective sale, it collected less than a 50 per cent mandate.

More rental housing options being studied as demand from young Singaporeans grows

Mber Co-Living and Serviced Apartments in Serangoon houses both private ensuite rooms and serviced apartments with shared spaces for socialising.

News analysis

Condo VIP sales need clearer rules and limits to ensure transparency

At Sim Lian’s Emerald of Katong, which launched in November 2024, agents bought 173 of 846 available units, about 20 per cent of the project.

Lifting of wait-out period a relief for private home owners eyeing a flat

Tony Ang wants to monetise his private property to cushion his retirement savings.

News analysis

ABSD extension brings fresh hope to older large estates but owners must set realistic prices

The long-awaited changes to the Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty (ABSD) regime may be the catalyst that some of Singapore’s largest and oldest developments - such as the 918-unit Braddell View - need to kickstart their rejuvenation process.

Refresher exam for property agents with fewer than 3 deals in 3 years amid industry review

Industry stakeholders have consistently highlighted the potential risk posed by property agents who do not complete transactions regularly, says the Council for Estate Agencies.

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