What did the developer pay for Dunearn House — and what does that land cost mean if you ever need to sell? James Ong breaks down the $1,410 psf/ppr bid, the breakeven maths, and why the adjacent site at $1,625 matters more than most buyers realise.
TDSR is the single most important number in your Singapore property purchase — and for freelancers, the rules are stricter than most realise until their IPA comes in $300,000 lower than expected.
Water seepage liability, caveat emptor, MCST governance signals, DLP deadlines — the five things that determine whether you are inheriting a problem. Notes from a former Managing Agent.
Dunearn House is the first private residential launch in Bukit Timah Turf City. Is it worth $3,000 psf on a 99-year lease? James Ong breaks down all 7 layers — land cost, floor plans, yield, exit, and the MCST question nobody asks.
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.
Most HDB upgrade guides cover MOP, ABSD, CPF, and TDSR, then stop. James maps the full sequence including the MCST governance check no other guide covers. Read before any OTP.
What happens after Kingsford hands over the keys — and what 10+ years of Managing Agent experience reveals about MCST governance, sinking fund, DLP track record, and the questions to ask before you sign.
