The property market suddenly runs out of steam: Transaction volumes drop much lower. The private home for sale market is quiet. Condo rental deals also take much longer to close. Even property agents are taken by surprise. What is happening in the property market? How did it happen? Was it because of the 0.4 percent price fall in 2nd quarter flash estimate … [Read more...]
Why people miss the big picture
If you observed the property market long enough, you would notice that homebuyers and investors tend to go with the flow. Many are ready to trust what others said and follow what most people do. However, believing a half-truth is what makes people lose sight of the big picture. We are often carried away by what is happening at this moment. After reading some headlines in the … [Read more...]
Behind the “sins” of the property market
The title of this post is inspired by one of the readers who ordered my new book Behind The Scenes of The Property Market online. He asked in his e-mail when he would have “The Sins of the Property Market” delivered to him. I immediately sent him the book because any delay would be a sin. Besides, he is most likely a loyal follower of my blog who got the idea from my old … [Read more...]
Podcast Ep#34: Who’s The Loser of New CPF Grants
On September 10, Minister for National Development Lawrence Wong announced higher CPF grants and higher income ceilings for HDB and EC homebuyers. The new policies make it more attractive to buy new BTO flats and HDB resale flats. Can old HDB resale flat owners really benefit from the additional CPF grants? Who are the biggest loser the new changes? Let me tell you the … [Read more...]
Podcast Ep#27: Interview with Ku Swee Yong (Part I) – Can The Market Absorb Upcoming Supply?
It is a big honor to interview Mr. Ku Swee Yong, CEO of International Property Advisor, in Property Soul Podcast. The full interview will be shown in 3 parts with the following topics: Part I: Can The Market Absorb Upcoming Supply? Part II: What Can We Buy In This Market? Part III: Should I Buy Or Rent In Next 5 Years? In the first episode "Can The Market … [Read more...]