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Tanjong Pagar is Singapore in a nutshell
AreaInsider • chang • Sep 19, 2016
Singapore has seen continued cultural and economic growth and no other district but Tanjong Pagar has served best as a miniature representation of the country…
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CapitaLand acquires prime site in Vietnam for US$51.9m
Overseas • Romesh Navaratnarajah • Sep 23, 2016
CapitaLand Vietnam, a unit of property giant CapitaLand, has purchased a prime site at District 1 in Ho Chi Minh City for US$51.9 million (S$70 million)...
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North of UK sees investment surge amid Brexit
Overseas • Romesh Navaratnarajah • Sep 23, 2016
Despite the initial apprehensions following the Brexit vote, two cities in the UK still present a safe haven for overseas property investors, revealed an IP Global report...
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Big plans for Little India
Property Market • Romesh Navaratnarajah • Sep 23, 2016
Gazetted as a conservation area in 1989, Little India retains much of its old-world charm, with many shophouses and religious monuments still standing today...
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Eye on Boon Keng: A city-side boon
Property Market • Cheryl Marie Tay • Sep 23, 2016
Boon Keng may not be among the most hyped estates in Singapore, but its closeness to such estates, along with its healthy property market, make it an attractive place to live.
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SIBOR and SOR: What are they?
Finance • Contributor • Sep 23, 2016
SIBOR and SOR are floating interest rates that directly affect your home loan packages. Having an understanding at least basics about these rates can go a long way when it comes to your home loan packages. Here’s guide to help you better understand SIBOR and SOR. By Paul Ho In the world...
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News Roundup (September 2016)
Property Market • Contributor • Sep 23, 2016
Maids can’t use pools, other condo facilities Some condominiums in Singapore continue to enforce strict rules preventing domestic helpers from using facilities such as swimming pools and gymnasiums, citing that are meant for homeowners’ use only. PropertyGuru understands that this is a...
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8 things to look out for when applying for a business property loan
Finance • Contributor • Sep 23, 2016
Getting a business property loan will not be so hard if you follow these tips that can raise your chances you of securing one. When you have taken out a home loan, it is easy to assume that all loans involving property assets are the same. However, while loans, in general, have a...
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Overwhelming response seen at Malaysia Property Show
Property Market • Contributor • Sep 23, 2016
PropertyGuru’s latest overseas exhibition attracted large crowds who were eager to listen to experts’ opinions and view the luxury properties on offer.
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Lighting things up
Home & Living • Cheryl Marie Tay • Sep 23, 2016
Lighting plays a huge part in determining the ambience and aesthetic appeal of your home. As such, you should be discerning when choosing lighting for your living space.
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A gem of an investment
Overseas • Contributor • Sep 23, 2016
A slew of new developments are changing Sri Lanka’s property landscape, and driving demand from overseas nationals who are keen on taking advantage of the country’s emerging economy...
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PropertyGuru News and Views Issue 105
Property Market • Nikki De Guzman • Sep 23, 2016
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Illuminating interiors
Home & Living • Contributor • Sep 23, 2016
Gone are the days when homeowners and even designers saw lighting as a purely functional tool. Today, lighting plays a significant role in setting the overall tone of the home...
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Feng Shui: The long and short of feng shui
Home & Living • Contributor • Sep 23, 2016
Apart from enhancing wealth, feng shui is also supposed to enhance health. Here, we look at how to tap into the latter aspect (with a factor known as “mountain energy”) for your best shot at longevity.
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Get the Guru View: City-fringe living
Property Market • Contributor • Sep 23, 2016
In this edition of the Guru View, we run the numbers for the real estate market in Singapore’s city-fringe, and highlight some growth areas to take note of.
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MCC Land launching The Alps Residences, starting prices in the $400k range
Property Market • Romesh Navaratnarajah • Sep 22, 2016
The Alps Residences, a 626-unit condominium at Tampines Street 86, will open for preview this Saturday, said Chinese developer MCC Land. Property agencies ERA and Huttons are marketing the project...
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