A rare investment opportunity reserved for an uncommon few; the 21 splendidly appointed waterfront villas of Coral Island will showcase new standards of exclusivity, luxury and privacy for a select group of outstanding individuals. The first integrated bungalow development on the pristine new waterfront district of Sentosa Cove; Coral Island has been specifically designed to meet the taste and...

Financing a home could get more expensive soon as consumer banks appear to be gearing up for another round of rate hikes for their home loan offerings.   Borrowing costs, especially on the residential property front, will get even more expensive soon.   The six-month interbank rate, the benchmark at which banks price their deposit rates, has been rising steadily.   It is now up by close to 40 basis...

1. What is Property Tax?  Property Tax is a tax on immovable properties (i.e. land and buildings). The tax payable is calculated based on a percentage (Tax Rate) of the Annual Value.  2. Who is liable for Property Tax?  All property owners are liable to pay Property Tax.   3. Definition of property owners  Under the Property Tax Act, the person for the time being receiving rent of any premises...

Choosing who is going to move your home is an important decision. This is not the time to be shy. Make sure you fully understand the services each moving company offers and the rate at which the services can be provided.   Below is a list of questions the experts at TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® suggest asking moving companies to make sure they fit your needs. Is the moving company licensed? Does the...

In a perfect world, it would be easy to always be objective and make rational decisions based on sound information. In reality, emotions and timing often have a big effect. Sometimes the best you can do is to set the stage so that you minimize the subjective influences.   Give yourself power and control. Don't find yourself in the position of "having" to buy and doing so in haste.   1. Work out the...

Exclusive condominiums in prime locations tend to skimp on one precious commodity - space. So it's quite a relief to find one development at Mount Sinai Drive bucking the trend. With more than 1,700 sqft of space for the four-bedroom units, you can really relax and stretch in your MontView apartment. Even the two-bedroom-plus-one-study units are generous in space - averaging more than 1,200 sqft. Another...

Pricing your home is an art not a science. Achieving the optimal prices is the result of both objective research into similar properties and instinct in determining how much a buyer will be willing to pay for your home. The right price will attract showings, which will generate offers.   The unfortunate fact is that price is the number one factor that most homebuyers use to determine which homes they...

Avoid the 9 Most Common, Painful, Frustrating Mistakes 1st-Time Home Buyers Make Buying a residence can be a hair raising experience. You will experience a roller coaster of emotions while finding the right place, securing the loan and finally moving in. For most of us, the first time home purchase is the largest investment we’ve ever considered. The emotions of purchasing something so expensive and...

Located at the Southern tip of Singapore, Marina Bay is a 360ha development designed to seamlessly extend Singapore’s downtown district and further support the city-state’s continuing growth as a major business and financial hub in Asia. A greenfield site surrounded by water and gardens, Marina Bay provides an opportunity for further urban transformation, attracting new investments, visitors and...

Taking luxury living to new heights from London to San Francisco, services once the preserve of privileged guests at the world’s most prestigious hotels are now featured in premier residential developments sited in elegant urban locations. Today, this level of service and luxury comes to Singapore by way of The Boulevard Residences (BLVD). The BLVD is not only an assent to living well but a defining...