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Investing in a condo requires careful consideration of financing options. Singapore boasts a variety of mortgage choices, but it is crucial to understand the Total Debt Servicing Ratio (TDSR) framework. This framework sets limits on the amount of loan a borrower can obtain, taking into account their income and current debt commitments. To make informed decisions about financing, it is beneficial to work with financial advisors or mortgage brokers who can explain the TDSR and assist in avoiding over-leveraging. For more information on financing for Singapore condos, consulting with these professionals is highly recommended.

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Therefore, despite a decrease in the number and value of caveated shophouse transactions in 3Q2024, interest in this market segment remains strong. According to Huttons Asia’s latest quarterly shophouse market report, there were 18 caveats registered for shophouse transactions, compared to 21 in the previous quarter. The total transacted value of these shophouses was $138.9 million, a decline of 28.8% from the previous quarter’s $195.1 million. However, this is still a significant increase from the same period in 2023, where only 31 shophouses were sold for a total of $278.6 million. Additionally, despite a 46.1% decline in the number of …

CapitaLand Development (CLD) has received an overwhelming response to its two latest projects in Vietnam. The developer kicked off an exclusive preview of Orchard Hill on Oct 26, which is the second phase of Sycamore, located in Binh Duong New City, about 30km from Ho Chi Minh City. Sycamore is a joint venture with United Overseas Australia and features 3,500 freehold units comprising a mix of low-, mid-, and high-rise developments. Within a short period of time, 694 units, or 90% of Orchard Hill, have been booked. One- and two-bedroom units are the most sought-after among buyers. The project is …

In summary, purchasing a condominium in Singapore presents a plethora of benefits, including but not limited to robust demand, potential for capital appreciation, and appealing rental yields. Nevertheless, it is crucial to diligently consider crucial factors, such as location, financing options, government regulations, and prevailing market conditions. With thorough research and guidance from experts in the field, investors can make well-informed decisions and maximize their profits in Singapore’s ever-evolving real estate market. Whether you are a local investor seeking to diversify your investment portfolio or a foreign buyer in search of a stable and lucrative opportunity, Singapore’s condominiums offer an …

CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust (CICT) has successfully sold its 21 Collyer Quay office building in Raffles Place for $688 million. According to a filing with the Singapore Exchange on Nov 12, the 999-year leasehold property was acquired by an unrelated third party. This translates to a price of $3,230 per square foot, based on the building’s net lettable area of approximately 213,000 sq ft. The sale price was determined through a willing-buyer-willing-seller approach, in adherence with an independent valuation conducted by Savills. Based on the sale price and the building’s annualised net property income for the quarter ended Sept 30, …

As of Nov 11, there were 62 shophouses on the market, down 1.6% from 63 shophouses a quarter ago, and 36.7% lower than the 98 shophouses a year ago, according to Huttons’ report. Asking prices for the shophouses range from $3 million to $49.6 million, with an average asking price of $8.3 million.The number of shophouses for sale is expected to increase in the near term as some owners may be tempted to sell amid the current market environment, Lee says. “Many shophouse owners are keen to offload their assets at prices slightly below the peak before the pandemic set …

According to a new report by OrangeTee Research & Analytics, private resale home prices in 3Q2024 remained stable despite the high-interest rate environment. Data from Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) showed that the average resale prices for landed and non-landed private residential homes, excluding executive condos (ECs), stayed the same at $1,713 psf from 2Q2024 to 3Q2024. However, there were fluctuations in average resale prices within different regions.

In the Core Central Region (CCR), average resale prices increased by 1.6% from $2,145 psf in 2Q2024 to $2,181 psf in 3Q2024. This partially reversed the 3.6% drop seen in the previous quarter. …

Chinese developer Kingsford Group achieved a remarkable 76% sales rate, selling 696 out of 916 units at Chuan Park on Sunday, Nov 10. The average price of units sold was around $2,579 psf, according to a spokesperson from Kingsford.Four different unit types were available for purchase, ranging from two-bedroom, two-bedroom+study, three-to-five-bedroom units, says the spokesperson for Kingsford. Singaporean buyers made up the majority of homebuyers, comprising of 93% of the total number of buyers, while permanent residents and foreigners accounted for the remaining 7%. The most popular unit types sold were two- and three-bedroom units, making up about 92% of …