Moving Out, But Not Away

It is common in Singapore for children to live with their parents until they are married, and some prefer to live nearby even after they have married and moved out. Here’s what you should know if you intend to do the same. Assistance granted The HDB has a Proximity Housing Grant (PHG) for different groups … Read more

Are Properties Near “Famous” Schools More Expensive?

We all know mothers who have gone to great lengths, including paying top dollar to move into homes close to the schools they want to enrol their children in. But are these properties really worth more? We give you the Guru View Every parent wants to do whatever is within their power to give their … Read more

12 Tips For Investing In Cambodia

Cambodia is a rapidly developing market, and many investors with lower budgets and higher risk appetites are looking closely at this country to make their next pot of gold. Here are some things to take note of before you invest in the Kingdom. Tip 1: Foreigners should look at condos The Cambodian State Constitution prohibits … Read more

How Will The Philippines’ New President Impact The Property Market?

Rodrigo Duterte has officially won the Philippines presidential election and will take office as the 16th President of the Republic of the Philippines. This news could have ramifications for the country’s real estate market, which has performed well under current President Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III. In particular, markets outside of the metropolitan Manila area have … Read more

Best Ways to Invest for Your Child

Planning for your child’s future is a wonderful way to give them a head start in life, but with so many investment opportunities out there, which ones are best? To help you figure out which investment vehicles will drive your plans, we’re giving you a breakdown on suitable wealth expansion options. Here are three strong investment … Read more

The Highs And Lows of Holiday Lets

Higher, but more variable income Unlike standard rental properties, with holiday lets you can hike up the prices over peak periods such as summer, Christmas, school holidays and bank holidays, though you’ll probably never be able to charge quite as much as the £5,700 per night these luxury Scottish digs expect to fetch during the … Read more

5 Tips to Consider While Listing Your Property Online

You might think that listing the property online is really easy; of course it’s easy, but if you do it without the proper guidelines, nobody would bother to take a look at your listed property which ultimately makes your listing a waste. You must be aware that, with the advent of technology, there are lakhs … Read more

Developers To Get Incentives To Provide Cycling Facilities

Gross floor area exemptions may be given for facilities like parking, showers and lockers Developers will be given incentives to provide facilities such as bicycle parking, showers and locker rooms in their new buildings, as part of a new government plan to encourage people to cycle. They may not have to pay for the floor … Read more

Flat Owners – Lease Extensions Vs Buying Your Freehold

Whether you own the freehold or the leasehold will affect your role as flat owner at your property. The two main distinctions between owning the freehold and being the leaseholder is control and responsibility, both of which are afforded to the former. Making the step from leaseholder to freeholder is an appealing option affording you … Read more

5 Cheap Ways to Improve Your Rental Home Without Breaking the Lease

When you rent a property instead of owning it, it can be difficult to make the place feel like your own without violating the terms of your rental agreement. Fortunately, there are some simple, non-permanent ways to add a little personality and flair to your home without busting your budget. Start by reviewing your contract … Read more