Prevent deposit disputes with our 2026 framework. We cover the essentials—from air-con servicing proof to "minor repair" thresholds—to ensure a smooth handover and asset protection for Singapore landlords and tenants. Learn how clear documentation can save you thousands.
Most Singapore homeowners think HDB fire insurance covers everything. It covers almost nothing inside your home. And for private condo owners — MCST insurance covers even less than you think. Here's the complete coverage map by property type.
Resale condos are 20–30% cheaper per psf than new launches — but that gap comes with real trade-offs. Here's what 14,622 resale transactions in 2025 tell us about who should buy resale and who shouldn't.
With private condo rents hitting a S$4,300 median in 2026, the tenancy agreement is your only legal shield. Most tenants sign in under 10 minutes, overlooking the 7 critical clauses—from diplomatic exits to repair caps—that decide who actually pays when things go wrong in Singapore.
New launches average $2,200+ psf. Resale condos average $1,761 psf. That 20–30% gap sounds like a resale bargain — until you run the full numbers. Here's what 2025 transaction data actually says about which makes more money.
Three new launches. Same road. Same MRT. Very different price points. Here's what the URA transaction data and unit mix actually tell you about Lentor Hills Residences in 2026 — before you commit to a viewing.
JadeScape launched at $1,371 PSF in 2018. It now averages $2,293 PSF at resale — a 67% appreciation in seven years. Here's the honest 2026 case for buyers considering entry, and owners deciding whether to hold or exit.
Belgravia Ace offers freehold strata-landed luxury, but at $5.27M, the opportunity cost is massive. We compare it against 2026 new launches like Springleaf Residence and Thomson View to see where your capital works hardest for MRT connectivity, Ai Tong proximity, and resale liquidity.
Oil above $95. COE at $111,890. URA property prices up 9 years straight. The signals look contradictory — here's the honest risk framework for Singapore property buyers in 2026, and why the biggest risk may be doing nothing at all
