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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Former HUDC project Laguna Park faces rising maintenance costs due to its outdated electrical wiring and lifts, and numerous water seepage issues.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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Tan Boon Liat’s $950m sale adds to en bloc momentum as sellers turn realistic on pricing

Tan Boon Liat building’s collective sale is the largest so far this year.

Tre Ver condo grapples with termite trouble; property giant UOL helping residents in affected units

The Tre Ver is the second UOL Group project known to have a termite problem.

Designing buildings with maintenance features can help cut upkeep, manpower costs: Chee Hong Tat

A new BCA study, which involved four buildings in Singapore including the Surbana Jurong campus (above), assessed the benefits of the design features.

New mall owners, but still a slow reset for Orchard Road

Paragon’s $3.9 billion sale has made it the latest landmark Orchard Road mall to change hands.

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