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James Ong

Marina Bay vs AMO Residence: Which District Offers More Value Per Square Foot in 2026?

AMO Residence resells above $2,480 psf. Marina Bay CCR condos trade at $1,959–$2,089. Here's the data-backed analysis of where Singapore property value actually sits in 2026.

Don't Touch That Paintbrush Yet: The Case for a Professional Defects Inspection in 2026

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Don't Touch That Paintbrush Yet: The Case for a Professional Defects Inspection in 2026

Skip the defects inspection and the developer can reject every claim. Here's why every Singapore new homeowner needs a professional inspection done — before a single contractor steps through the door.

Are Marina Bay Condos Undervalued?

Are Marina Bay Condos Undervalued?

Marina Bay vs AMO Residence PSF 2026: Is CCR Property Still Undervalued?

ABSD on Your Second Property in 2026: What Every Singapore Investor Needs to Know Before Signing

ABSD on Your Second Property in 2026: What Every Singapore Investor Needs to Know Before Signing

20% ABSD on a $2M second property means $400,000 before renovation. Here are the real numbers, the 15-month remission window, and whether the investment math still works in 2026.

Upper Thomson Condos 2026: The Complete Buyer's Guide

Upper Thomson Condos 2026: The Complete Buyer's Guide

Upper Thomson just had its biggest year in decades. Thomson View sold en bloc for S$810M. A new launch is coming. Nine condos compete for your budget. Here is the honest, data-backed guide every serious buyer needs before making a move in 2026.

Upper Thomson Landed Property: Most Buyers Rule It Out Too Early

Upper Thomson Landed Property: Most Buyers Rule It Out Too Early

Landed homes in Upper Thomson have climbed from $350 psf in 1996 to $1,750 psf by 2021. With land scarcity locked into Singapore's urban policy, one estate keeps quietly compounding. Here's what the data says — and what it means for your next move.

Why Buying a New Launch Beats Waiting for an En Bloc Windfall — Thomson View Explains Why

Why Buying a New Launch Beats Waiting for an En Bloc Windfall — Thomson View Explains Why

Thomson View sold for $810M after 17 years of failed attempts. Here's what the headlines missed — and why buyers who chose new launches instead came out significantly ahead.

Braddell View En Bloc 2026: Why the Dream Keeps Costing Buyers Money

Braddell View En Bloc 2026: Why the Dream Keeps Costing Buyers Money

Braddell View has failed en bloc three times. Now 47 years old with 56 years of lease left. Thomson View's $810M sale reignited hope — but hope and data are telling very different stories.

How Falling Interest Rates Affect Singapore Property in 2026

SORA is forecast to hit 1.32% by end-2026. Two more Fed cuts are expected. For a $1.5M mortgage, the monthly repayment difference is measurable. Here's what falling interest rates actually mean for Singapore property — and what they don't guarantee.

Upper Thomson Condo Transactions Average PSF Over Time

Explore quarterly average PSF trends across Upper Thomson and Lentor condos — including JadeScape, Lentor Modern, Lentor Hills and more.

River Modern vs River Green: Which District 9 New Launch Makes More Sense in 2026?

River Modern sold 90% in a weekend. River Green is 92% sold. Two launches. One prime corridor. Here's the honest comparison — pricing, MRT access, scarcity logic, and who each project is actually built for.

Upper Thomson vs Lentor: Which Is the Smarter Buy in 2026?

Upper Thomson has the schools, the character, and the track record. Lentor has the trajectory, the affordability, and six launches at 94% sold before the seventh even prices. Here's the honest data-backed comparison for buyers deciding between Singapore's two fastest-rising northern corridors.