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China's real estate market: A rebound in sight?

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Examine the state of play with Chinese consumers, retailers, mall owners and tourists.

Host Leslie Yee chats with seasoned China hand Cecilia Tan, former CEO of the manager of Sassuer Reit. Are things looking up for China’s troubled housing market? What are the prospects for physical retail spaces in China? Are there opportunities for Singapore players in the Chinese real estate market? Also, learn about developments in China’s Reit market and get insights on the future of Singapore-listed Reits that own China properties.

Synopsis: Hosted by senior correspondent Leslie Yee, PropertyBT from The Business Times shares insights on all things Singapore property to help you on your property investment journey. Episodes feature views and insights from property analysts.

Highlights of the podcast:

01:38 China’s real estate market

08:42 China’s physical retail property landscape

12:25 China Reits

19:42 Are there opportunities in China property for Singapore groups?

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Reits that don’t trade well should be privatised, or sell assets and be liquidated

Handle with extreme care any Reit mergers should CapitaLand, Mapletree merge

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Written and hosted by: Leslie Yee (lyee@sph.com.sg)

With Cecilia Tan, former CEO of Sasseur Asset Management

Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro

Produced by: Leslie Yee, Howie Lim & Chai Pei Chieh

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Is buying Reits and shares in property developers better than investing directly in physical property?

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Examine the investment landscape today and understand the risk-reward of various property investment types.

In this episode of PropertyBT, host Leslie Yee chats with veteran investor Gabriel Yap of GCP Global.

Amid low interest rates, we do a deep dive into the investment merits of shares in property groups and units in real estate investment trusts. We also see what overseas real estate opportunities are worth considering. Learn too whether you can be a full-time investor.

Highlights of the podcast:

06:55 Listed developers

13:18 Outlook for Reits

17:47 Outlook for S-Reits

19:07 Physical property vs property equities

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Seeing positives for Singapore Reits from investors’ support of Keppel Reit’s DPU-dilutive MBFC Tower 3 acquisition

Unlock Bukit Sembawang’s deep value by putting it up for sale

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With Gabriel Yap, executive chairman, GCP Global

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Is it better investing in commercial property instead of residential property?

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Examine the state of play and outlook in private housing, office property and retail spaces.

In this episode of PropertyBT, host Leslie Yee chats with Realion’s head honcho Desmond Sim.

We look at what to consider when choosing whether to invest in private homes, office property or retail spaces. Also, get frank views on whether new retail entrepreneurs are fairly treated by landlords. And see what lies ahead for new boy Realion.

Highlights of the podcast:

00:57 Outlook for private housing

03:21 State of play in office property

07:40 Where should an investor put his money

12:30 Are small retailers being fairly treated?

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Will FCT’s Causeway Point reel from the opening of the Johor Bahru-Singapore RTS Link?

Housing developers should brace for rougher conditions in 2026

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With Desmond Sim, group CEO, Realion Group

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Where is Singapore's housing market headed in 2026?

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000

What will 2026 hold for HDB resale flats, new condos, resale condos and landed homes?

In this episode of PropertyBT, host Leslie Yee chats with Ismail Gafoor of PropNex.

We explore the demand drivers for the housing market as well as key risks. We look at the priorities of home buyers. Also, get valuable tips on buying homes and building a career in real estate from PropNex’s charismatic co-founder.

Highlights of the podcast:

00:55 HDB resale market outlook

05:54 New condo demand

10:27 Landed housing aspirations

12:53 What next for PropNex and Ismail

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Housing developers should brace for rougher conditions in 2026

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With Ismail Gafoor, co-founder and executive chairman, PropNex

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Is there gold in green buildings?

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 06:18:52 +0000

Singapore’s skyline is growing fast — but how green are the buildings we live, work and play in?

This week on PropertyBT, senior correspondent Leslie Yee sits down with Schneider Electric’s Jackson Seng to unpack the real value of green buildings, from energy savings and tenant wellbeing to rental premiums and the risk of stranded assets.

They explore whether retrofitting can trump redevelopment, how Singapore stacks up globally, and why sustainability is becoming a business imperative rather than a buzzword.

If the future is green, what will it take for every building to get there?

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With Jackson Seng, vice president, Schneider Electric

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Can Vers solve HDB’s 99-year lease decay problem?

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 16:00:00 +0000

By the 2030s, nearly 300 of Singapore’s earliest HDB blocks will enter the final 30 years of their 99-year leases.

In this episode of PropertyBT, Leslie Yee unpacks the government’s proposed Voluntary Early Redevelopment Scheme (Vers): what it could mean for homeowners, the potential challenges of the scheme and the risk of lease decay.

Highlights of the podcast:

02:32 Voting threshold

05:31 Compensation amount

09:02 Will Vers be popular?

10:37 Selling old flats in the resale market

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Keep Vers for HDB flats simple and fair

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Is Singapore retail property in dire straits?

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 16:00:00 +0000

What ails retail, F&B and nightlife in Singapore?

In this episode of PropertyBT, host Leslie Yee chats with Knight Frank Singapore’s retail head Ethan Hsu.

We explore the challenges facing F&B operators, Orchard Road and nightlife players as well as the threats posed by online shopping and retail offerings in Johor Bahru. What is the outlook for various segments of retail and lifestyle properties here and what should landlords do?

Highlights of the podcast:

00:51 F&B woes

08:15 Johor Bahru threat

13:47 Orchard Road

15:54 Nightlife scene

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Owning more of Ion Orchard and some of Jewel Changi Airport will boost CICT’s retail exposure and attractiveness

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Bringing life to state properties

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 16:00:00 +0000

Can state properties become vibrant spaces that create economic and societal value?

In this episode of PropertyBT, host Leslie Yee chats with Singapore Land Authority’s Carrie Wong.

We explore the challenges of managing black-and-white bungalows. We see how the Singapore Land Authority (SLA) is different from private sector landlords. We also look at success stories in transforming state properties and the SLA’s work in supporting social enterprises and the arts.

Highlights of the podcast:

01:12 Diverse range of state properties

02:31 Black-and-white bungalows

09:11 Creating great physical spaces

13:45 Staying ahead of trends

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Tighten en bloc rules, encourage reuse so more private housing blocks stand for over 50 years

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With Carrie Wong, director of business planning and development (land operations), Singapore Land Authority

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Making property agents do better by consumers

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 16:00:00 +0000

What should be done with rogue agents, inactive agents and big agencies dominating the market?

In this episode of PropertyBT, host Leslie Yee chats with Prof Sing Tien Foo to explore ideas like regulating sales commission rates and eliminating the role of agents in selling HDB resale flats.

We discuss the responsibility of agencies for the actions of agents, whether inactive agents should be stuck off and the impact of having an agency landscape dominated by a few big players.

Highlights of the podcast:

01:08 Dealing with rogue agents

04:49 Dominance of a few big agencies

08:23 Sales commission rates

09:59 What to do with inactive agents

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Low mortgage rates help; but be cautious in pursuing condo dreams as economic outlook weakens

See the positives in having choice HDB resale flats that transact for over a million dollars each

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With Prof Sing Tien Foo, provost’s chair professor, Department of Real Estate, NUS Business School

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Why GuocoLand’s bet on new condos is paying off: PropertyBT

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 16:00:00 +0000

Why are Singaporeans so smitten with shiny new condos?

In this episode of PropertyBT, host Leslie Yee chats with GuocoLand’s Dora Chng to unpack what’s driving the demand—from MRT-connected launches to forest-fringed retreats.

We explore why the Lentor area is so hot right now, why buyers are paying a premium for that “brand new” feel, and how green living and flex rooms are becoming the new must-haves.

Highlights of the podcast:

00:49 New vs. Resale?

02:37 Explore the Lentor neighbourhood

08:07 Paying premium for Green

10:59 Behind the scenes of show flats

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Trade tariffs may remove Fomo among new condo buyers, open the way to relax ABSD

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With Dora Chng, residential director, GuocoLand

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Will Singapore commercial properties survive the trade war? PropertyBT

Mon, 26 May 2025 16:00:00 +0000

Half-way into 2025, Singapore has a new government, and the world has a new trade war.

Should we be bracing for another downturn for Singapore’s commercial properties?

But don’t panic just yet, things may not be as bad as they seem.

In this episode, Senior correspondent Leslie Yee gets insights from Cushman & Wakefield’s Wong Xian Yang on the surprising resilience of Singapore’s commercial property market.

Highlights of the podcast:

02:19 How will a recession impact properties?

03:15 Will businesses still come to Singapore?

05:04 Will office rents hold up?

08:20 Will industrial properties go vacant?

10:05 Will investment activity slow down?

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Build more CBD offices; go slow on decentralised offices and CBD homes

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With Wong Xian Yang, head of research Singapore and South-east Asia, Cushman & Wakefield

Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro

Produced by: Leslie Yee, Emily Liu & Chai Pei Chieh

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What’s next for this Singaporean real estate family empire? PropertyBT

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 16:00:00 +0000

What does it take to grow a real estate empire in Singapore?

In this episode, Leslie Yee hears from Rachel Teo, director of Daniel Teo group of companies, about carving her own path in Singapore’s real estate industry.

From growing up visiting sites, to building the investment platform Fraxtor, to the future of senior housing in Singapore, Rachel gives us an honest peek into the workings into one of Singapore’s real estate family empires.

Highlights of the podcast:

01:25 Growing up in a real estate family

02:52 Founding Fraxtor

06:07 Giving back to the community

08:53 Property and inheritance taxes

12:38 Retirement housing in Singapore

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CDL saga: Will peace hold? It’s time for a comprehensive strategic review

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How property valuers silently shape Singapore’s market: PropertyBT

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 16:00:00 +0000

When you apply for a mortgage, the bank will hire a property valuer to evaluate the property. Have you ever wondered how the valuer arrives at their final number? And is that number really objective?

In this episode, senior correspondent Leslie Yee gets insights from KengChiam Tan, executive director and head, valuation and advisory services at Colliers International. They unpack the complexities of determining property values, the role of valuers, and the challenges they face amidst market fluctuations.

Highlights of the podcast:

02:11 Why transacted prices may differ from valuation

03:33 Property valuation for banks loans

06:04 Valuing data centers

08:24 Net yields on Singapore property

09:47 Singapore property cap rates

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Feeling the Fomo in new condo market? Mind the choppy seas of higher trade tariffs

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Produced by: Leslie Yee, Emily Liu & Chai Pei Chieh

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Million-dollar HDBs: Is housing in Singapore still affordable? PropertyBT

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 16:00:00 +0000

Million-dollar HDB flats are now a regular occurrence. Why are home prices in Singapore getting more and more expensive? Is housing still within reach for young Singaporeans today?

In this episode of PropertyBT, Senior correspondent Leslie Yee gets insights from ERA Singapore’s Eugene Lim on housing affordability in Singapore. From BTOs to private homes, they explain whether home prices are stabilising and how population growth and a fast ageing population impact the housing market.

Highlights of the podcast:

01:10 Property highlights from Budget 2025

03:06 How affordable is housing for young Singaporeans?

06:33 Are home prices stabilising?

09:16 How do developers acquire land in Singapore?

11:49 Will Singapore run out of land for housing?

13:53 Will an aging population dampen housing demand?

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Is S$2.5 million an affordable price tag for a new leasehold 3-bedroom condo?

Shifting housing demand from Singapore to Johor could offer room to ease ABSD rates

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With Eugene Lim, key executive officer, ERA Singapore

Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro

Produced by: Leslie Yee, Emily Liu & Chai Pei Chieh

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Will the Snake bring prosperity to Singapore's property market? PropertyBT

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 16:00:00 +0000

Will HDB resale flats hit two million dollars this year? Is it time to invest in property in Johor? Will the government raise the income ceiling for Build-to-Order flats?

From the 2025 budget to the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone, the Year of the Snake promises a lot of opportunities for the Singapore property market.

In this episode, senior correspondent Leslie Yee sits down with Ismail Gafoor, executive chairman and CEO of PropNex, to break down how this year will look for homeowners and investors in Singapore.

Highlights of the podcast:

01:20 HDB resale homes

04:34 Condos

10:57 Budget 2025 expectations

15:54 The Johor impact

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More property cooling measures? Locals buying their first homes could be hit

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With Ismail Gafoor, co-founder, executive chairman and CEO of PropNex

Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro

Produced by: Leslie Yee, Emily Liu & Chai Pei Chieh

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What value if any do property agents bring to housing transactions? PropertyBT

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:00:00 +0000

Singapore has many property agents. Some may give the industry a bad name with their hard-sell tactics.

In this episode, senior correspondent Leslie Yee sits down with Justin Quek, CEO of OrangeTee & Tie to discuss the relevance of property agents, what can be done to raise the professionalism of agents, and whether technology will render agents redundant in future.

Highlights of the podcast:

02:44 Hard-sell tactics of agents

06:52 Asymmetry of information

13:14 Differing commission rates between new and resale homes

15:55 Technology’s impact

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Government agencies should step up communications on outlier property transactions

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With Justin Quek, CEO, OrangeTee & Tie

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Produced by: Leslie Yee & Emily Liu

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CICT’s big bet on Singapore’s office and retail future: PropertyBT

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 16:00:00 +0000

Singapore’s Reits have had a tough couple of years. Despite the challenging environment, recently, CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust (CICT), Singapore’s biggest Reit, made a major bet to acquire 50 per cent of the iconic Ion Orchard mall.

In this episode, senior correspondent Leslie Yee sits down with Tony Tan, CEO of CICT’s manager to discuss the trust's strategy to capture the luxury retail market, the dynamics of Singapore's office supply and demand, and the challenges facing Reits amid a volatile interest rate environment.

Highlights of the podcast:

01:36 Singapore's office market amid remote work trends

04:56 Challenges and strategies for Singapore malls

08:18 The Ion Orchard acquisition

10:57 Singapore as a competitive office and retail destination

13:23 CICT’s valuation and Reit outlook

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Win-win investment property deals exist, but lower interest rates raise risk of bad deals

Ride the S-Reits revival via market leaders CICT and CapitaLand Ascendas Reit

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Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro

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Navigating Singapore's private home rental market: PropertyBT

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 16:00:00 +0000

The post-Covid pandemic days when private home rentals skyrocketed are behind us. Does bargaining power in the private homes leasing market now largely reside with tenants? Should a tenant enter a lease with a longer duration?

How do landlords cope in this tougher environment? Are residential property yields attractive? Senior correspondent Leslie Yee gets insights from Savills’ Alan Cheong.

Highlights of the podcast:

01:36 Rental outlook

06:28 Landlord-tenant dynamics

12:20 Rental tips

14:11 Residential property yield

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Why the long-stay serviced apartments model should be ditched

Sound reasons to ease rules on letting out homes for short stays

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Should BTO applicants buy HDB Plus and Prime flats? PropertyBT

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 16:00:00 +0000

There’s a new framework in town for HDB projects. Starting in October, new BTO flats will either be Standard, Plus or Prime.

New Plus and Prime flats will be in attractive locations and have higher subsidies, but they also come with tighter resale conditions, including a ten-year minimum occupation period, and a ban on rentals.

What does this mean for BTO buyers? Are the new Plus and Prime flats worth the additional restrictions? Will it be tough to upgrade from a BTO Plus or Prime home to a condo unit?

Senior correspondent Leslie Yee gets insights from PropertyGuru’s Dr Lee Nai Jia.

Highlights of the podcast:

01:33 Clawback of resale proceeds

03:04 Ten-year minimum occupation period

09:28 Condo upgrading

12:45 Million dollar resale flats

14:30 Older flats in choice locations with lighter restrictions

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HDB should push on with tough task of addressing affordability while serving groups with widely varying buying power

Written and hosted by: Leslie Yee (lyee@sph.com.sg)

With Dr Lee Nai Jia, head of real estate intelligence, data and software solutions, PropertyGuru Group.

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Because great reads should be heard: BT Correspondents

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 02:06:58 +0000

If you’ve been a fan of the podcasts Mark to Market, Wealth BT and Property BT - they are moving to a new listing!

BT Correspondents! Look for episodes every Tuesday from October! All the insights and analysis in market trends, property, wealth and soon mobility too. Powered by The Business Times journalism of Genevieve Cua, Leslie Yee, Ben Paul and Derryn Wong.

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Get to grips with the HDB resale market: PropertyBT (Ep 34)

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 16:00:00 +0000

What is driving the HDB resale market’s strong performance? Why pay over a million dollars for a coveted resale flat? Will resale prices correct? Should the BTO eligibility criteria be expanded so some locals are not pushed to buying resale units? Senior correspondent Leslie Yee gets insights from Orange Tee’s Christine Sun.

Highlights of the podcast:

03:39 Private home downgraders

05:38 Million dollar and more transactions

10:20 Chances of a price correction

13:25 Expand eligibility of BTO buyers?

Read Leslie’s articles:

Subsidies, grants for public housing may be fuelling higher home prices

HDB flats: Give those ‘forced’ to buy resale units the chance to buy BTO flats

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An 'oversupply' of property agents and 'excessively high' commissions: PropertyBT (Ep 33)

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 16:00:00 +0000

Are there too many agents in town? Are sales commission rates for homes too high? Is the market dominance of big agencies worrying? Do agents provide a valuable service? Senior correspondent Leslie Yee gets insights from National University of Singapore’s Prof Sing Tien Foo.

Highlights of the podcast:

01:11 Too many agents?

07:45 Dominance of big agencies

11:47 Providing a valuable service?

15:13 Technology’s impact

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Too many property agents? Cap commissions on home sales

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A property CEO's take on the investment landscape: PropertyBT (Ep 32)

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 16:00:00 +0000

Is residential property development in Singapore worth doing? What are the risks and rewards of the Jurong Lake District master developer site? Are prospects improving in Chinese real estate? What worries a property group’s head honcho? Senior correspondent Leslie Yee gets insights from CapitaLand Development’s Jonathan Yap.

Synopsis: Hosted by senior correspondent Leslie Yee, PropertyBT from The Business Times shares insights on all things Singapore property to help you on your property investment journey. Episodes feature views and insights from property analysts.

Highlights of the podcast:

01:02 Singapore’s property market

06:39 Jurong Lake District

11:21 Chinese real estate

15:19 Key risk factors

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Rich rewards could lie ahead for Jurong Lake District’s master developer

Suburban malls need to watch out for ageing population, lure of shopping across the Causeway

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With Jonathan Yap, chief executive officer, CapitaLand Development

Edited by: Lee Kim Siang & Claressa Monteiro

Produced by: Leslie Yee & Lee Kim Siang

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How to navigate the home leasing market to get an edge: PropertyBT (Ep 31)

Wed, 22 May 2024 16:00:00 +0000

What is happening in the leasing markets for private homes and HDB flats? What should tenants and landlords look out for? How will co-living spaces and long-stay serviced apartments fare? Senior correspondent Leslie Yee gets insights from ERA’s Eugene Lim.

Highlights of the podcast:

01:07 Outlook for HDB and private home rentals

03:59 Tips for housing tenants

10:30 Long-stay serviced apartments

12:36 Returns and challenges for landlords

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New long-stay serviced apartments a boon to developers, a bane for private landlords

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Making sense of residential property taxes: PropertyBT (Ep 30)

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 16:00:00 +0000

Are you paying much more in property tax on your beloved home? What is the impact of property taxes on owner-occupiers and non-occupiers of homes? Will property taxes on homes rise even further? Senior correspondent Leslie Yee gets insights from CBRE’s Tricia Song.

Highlights of the podcast:

04:24 Can retirees cope?

06:58 Impact on investment proposition of homes

10:06 Risk of further rises in property tax

11:22 Possible concessions?

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Can a retiree afford to keep his pricey home in the era of rising annual values?

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Looking for profit in Singapore private residential property: PropertyBT (Ep 29)

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 16:00:00 +0000

What attributes make a home a good investment buy? Is there value in buying landed homes? What are returns like for housing developers? Senior correspondent Leslie Yee gets insights from Fraxtor’s Samuel Lee.

Highlights of the podcast:

03:33 Attributes of a good investment home

06:13 Landed homes

10:03 Homes versus non-residential property

13:51 Returns from housing development

Read Leslie’s articles:

A boring Dragon Year for the housing market could be ideal for locals looking to rightsize

Lower property tax helps, but retirees must pay heed to costs of owning private homes

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Property equities versus physical property: PropertyBT (Ep 28)

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 16:00:00 +0000

What are the pros and cons of buying property-related listed equities versus physical property? Should we hone in on real estate investment trusts? How will interest rate movements affect our investments? Senior correspondent Leslie Yee gets insights from Morgan Stanley’s Wilson Ng.

Highlights of the podcast:

01:55 Outlook for Singapore property

05:02 Listed property-related equities

10:40 Reit opportunities

15:05 Impact of interest rate movements

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https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion-features/columns/will-ong-beng-sengs-links-iswaran-case-undermine-his-ability-effectively

https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion-features/major-shareholders-are-not-helping-buying-more-cheap-shares-deeply-discounted

Written and hosted by: Leslie Yee (lyee@sph.com.sg)

With Wilson Ng, Singapore equity strategist and head of ASEAN property research, Morgan Stanley

Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro

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Singapore property in the year of the dragon - boom or bust? PropertyBT (Ep 27)

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 16:00:00 +0000

How will Singapore property fare in the year of the wood dragon? Where are the winners and losers? What will Budget 2024 hold for Singapore’s property sector? Senior correspondent Leslie Yee gets insights from Wong Xian Yang of Cushman & Wakefield.

Highlights of the podcast:

01:41 Outlook for private homes

06:51 High interest rates

09:52 Office and retail property prospects

12:57 Budget wishes and expectations

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https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion-features/five-suggestions-property-tax-tweaks-budget-2024

Written and hosted by: Leslie Yee (lyee@sph.com.sg)

With Wong Xian Yang, research head at Cushman & Wakefield

Edited by: Claressa Monteiro

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Chasing restriction-lite HDB resale flats in popular locations: PropertyBT (Ep 26)

Wed, 27 Dec 2023 16:00:00 +0000

What’s driving some resale buyers to make a beeline for restriction-lite HDB resale homes in popular locations? Does it even make sense to pay top dollar for existing HDB resale homes in choice locations? Are tighter restrictions on Plus and Prime flats excessively burdensome? Senior correspondent Leslie Yee gets insights from veteran Singapore property market analyst Nicholas Mak of Mogul.sg.

Highlights of the podcast:

01:27 Draw of restriction-lite resale flats

05:24 How Plus and Prime flats stack up

08:56 Rental returns

11:39 Risk of land lease decay

Read Leslie’s articles:

https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion-features/demand-may-be-strong-dont-overbuild-5-room-bto-flats

https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion-features/stay-cool-and-dont-go-overboard-chasing-after-million-dollar-hdb-flats

Written and hosted by: Leslie Yee (lyee@sph.com.sg)

With Nicholas Mak, chief research officer of Mogul.sg

Edited by: Claressa Monteiro & Howie Lim

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Are Reits good alternatives to physical property? PropertyBT (Ep 25)

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 16:00:00 +0000

Reits have become unstuck by rising interest rates. Investors may be losing faith in Reits. Are Reits good alternatives to buying physical property? Should Reits be part of investment portfolios of retirees and the young? How can one get an edge as a Reit investor? Senior correspondent Leslie Yee gets insights and tips from a veteran Reit investor and commentator Gabriel Yap of GCP Global.

Highlights of the podcast:

00:55 Underperformance of Reits

06:08 Outlook for Reits

13:55 Suitability of Reits for retirees

15:48 Tips for young investors

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https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion-features/are-reits-friends-or-foes-space-users

Written and hosted by: Leslie Yee (lyee@sph.com.sg)

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Edited by: Claressa Monteiro & Howie Lim

Produced and edited by: Howie Lim

Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh

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Making sense of HDB's Prime, Plus and Standard model: PropertyBT (Ep 24)

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 16:00:00 +0000

What do we make of the new HDB model of Standard, Plus and Prime flats? With more emphasis on homes for living and not investment or speculation, can one still build wealth from homeownership?

Senior correspondent Leslie Yee gets insights from Professor Qian Wenlan, director, Institute of Real Estate and Urban Studies, National University of Singapore.

Highlights of the podcast:

01:22 The new HDB model

06:32 Winners and losers from the new model

10:15 Difficulties in building wealth

12:42 Demand for resale Plus and Prime flats

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https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion-features/new-hdb-plus-flat-segment-could-be-boon-young-seniors

https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion-features/hdb-changes-rightly-emphasise-homes-are-living-dont-snuff-out-wealth-creation

Written and hosted by: Leslie Yee (lyee@sph.com.sg)

With Professor Qian Wenlan, director, Institute of Real Estate and Urban Studies, National University of Singapore

Edited by: Claressa Monteiro & Howie Lim

Produced and edited by: Janice Tan

Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh

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Why buy ECs? PropertyBT (Ep 23)

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 16:00:00 +0000

What is driving the popularity of Executive Condominiums (ECs), which are a hybrid between public and private housing? Maybe more ECs can be built, including in prime areas, to meet the private housing aspirations of young locals. Is buying a new EC home a wise choice for young couples? Senior correspondent Leslie Yee gets insights from Lee Sze Teck, senior director of data analytics, Huttons Asia.

Highlights of the podcast:

02:50 Why ECs are popular

04:34 ECs versus other housing options

10:01 When to sell one’s new EC home

12:13 Building more ECs

Read Leslie’s article:

https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion-features/consider-building-executive-condos-prime-locations

Written and hosted by: Leslie Yee (lyee@sph.com.sg)

With Lee Sze Teck, senior director of data analytics, Huttons Asia

Edited by: Claressa Monteiro & Howie Lim

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The condo upgrading dilemma: PropertyBT (Ep 22)

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 16:00:00 +0000

Why do people chase the dream of condo ownership? With high private home prices, maybe the dream is an impossible one for many people. Selling an HDB to buy a condo unit may have downsides. Find out whether it is wise to have much of one’s wealth tied up in Singapore homes, and if so in what type of homes here. Senior correspondent Leslie Yee gets insights from Justin Quek, deputy CEO of OrangeTee & Tie.

Highlights of the podcast:

01:48 Upgrading from HDB to private

07:10 Is a condo dream within reach?

11:00 Concurrent ownership of HDB and private

13:41 Hitching one’s fortunes to Singapore homes

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https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion-features/let-singaporean-private-homeowners-own-resale-hdb-flats-too

https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion-features/can-young-couples-attain-condo-dream-yes-they-can-they-should-weigh-costs

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Edited by: Claressa Monteiro

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Strike real estate gold by living near popular schools? PropertyBT (Ep 21)

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 16:00:00 +0000

Why do buyers pay a premium to live near popular primary schools? What is rental demand like for homes near popular schools? But a school can relocate, and that can hurt home values in the vicinity. Understand the obsession with living near popular schools and how to use this knowledge in navigating the Singapore property landscape. Senior correspondent Leslie Yee does a deep dive into the topic with Dr Lee Nai Jia of PropertyGuru.

Highlights of the podcast:

02:09: Price premium of homes near popular schools

04:34: What’s the rental demand near famous schools?

12:47: Impact of an ageing population

14:51: Schools can move - look at ACS Primary

Read Leslie’s article:

https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion-features/tempering-frenzy-staying-close-popular-primary-school

Written and hosted by: Leslie Yee (lyee@sph.com.sg)

With Dr Lee Nai Jia, head of real estate intelligence, data and software solutions, PropertyGuru Group

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Is it worth paying a premium for a new private home? PropertyBT (Ep 20)

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 16:00:00 +0000

With high interest rates, does it make more sense to buy a new uncompleted home instead of a completed resale home? Examine the pros and cons of buying new versus resale. Is maxing out the use of CPF funds on a home purchase wise? Crucially, should one hold back on buying a private home because of high interest rates and economic uncertainty? Senior correspondent Leslie Yee does a deep dive with ERA’s key executive officer Eugene Lim.

Highlights of the podcast:

01:13 Paying using the progressive payment scheme

07:01 Pros and cons of new versus resale units

11:06 Financing home purchases with CPF funds

13:23 Timing the market

15:25 Is it sensible to rent?

Read Leslie’s article:

https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion-features/new-uncompleted-private-homes-may-be-better-buys-resale-units-amid-high-interest

Written and hosted by: Leslie Yee (lyee@sph.com.sg)

With Eugene Lim, key executive officer, ERA Realty Network

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Foreigners’ love for Singapore property: PropertyBT (Ep 19)

Wed, 24 May 2023 16:00:00 +0000

Why are foreigners keen on Singapore property? Transaction costs can be high for homes and yields may be low. But Singapore is a safe haven and the currency is strong. Might more foreign interest show in non-residential properties here? Senior correspondent Leslie Yee does a deep dive with Alan Cheong, executive director of research and consultancy, Savills Singapore.

Highlights of the podcast:

01:22 Impact of higher Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty

03:52 How active are foreigners?

06:04 Perception of locations

10:22 Switching to the non-residential segment

12:29 Foreign interest outlook amid uncertainties

15:19 A need for more restrictions?

Read Leslie’s article:

https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion-features/despite-low-yields-and-high-taxes-singapore-properties-still-draw-foreigners

Written and hosted by: Leslie Yee (lyee@sph.com.sg)

With Alan Cheong, executive director of research and consultancy, Savills Singapore

Edited by: Howie Lim

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BTO - Choosing between mature and non-mature estates: PropertyBT (Ep 18)

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 16:00:00 +0000

How to strategise for success when buying an HDB BTO flat? Mature estate or a non-mature estate? Are prime location public housing units and the resale market worth considering? Leslie Yee discusses with Wong Siew Ying, head of research and content, Propnex Realty.

Highlights of the podcast:

01:24 Draw of mature estates

03:59 Pros and cons of Prime Location Public Housing flats

07:07 Why go for a BTO unit in a non-mature estate

11:16 Risks of not choosing a unit in the BTO exercise

14:55 Should a buyer compromise?

17:10 The resale option

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https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion-features/does-demand-hdb-bto-units-mature-estates-need-tempering

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With Wong Siew Ying, head of research and content, Propnex Realty

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Outlook for Singapore prime office buildings: PropertyBT (Ep 17)

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 16:00:00 +0000

Are Singapore office buildings good investments? Yields on office buildings are still low - should capital values come down and yields expand to reflect higher interest rates? Senior correspondent Leslie Yee finds out.

Highlights of the podcast:

01:03 Outlook for office leasing (including comments from Marcus Loo, CEO Savills Singapore

04:37 What office buildings stand out (including comments from Wong Xian Yang, head of research, Cushman & Wakefield Singapore)

07:15 Relevance of physical offices despite growth in remote working

10:03 Investment case for strata-office spaces (including comments from Catherine He, director and head of research, Singapore at Colliers)

12:29 Low yields of office buildings

14:52 Impact of higher stamp duties

Read Leslie’s article:

https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion-features/skinny-yields-prime-office-buildings-may-not-be-sustainable

Written and hosted by: Leslie Yee (lyee@sph.com.sg)

With Catherine He, director and head of research, Singapore at Colliers, Marcus Loo, CEO Savills Singapore & Wong Xian Yang, head of research, Cushman & Wakefield Singapore

Produced by: Leslie Yee, Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro

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Do million-dollar HDB resale flats make sense? PropertyBT (Ep 16)

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 16:00:00 +0000

What is the profile of buyers of million-dollar HDB flats? What is the criteria that will get one’s HDB home to command premium pricing? Also, should young couples, who can afford it, buy a million dollar HDB resale flat? Leslie Yee finds out.

Highlights of the podcast:

00:57 The phenomenon of million-dollar HDB homes (includes comments from Christine Sun, senior vice president of research and analytics, OrangeTee & Tie)

02:57 Worth buying? (includes comments from Dr Tan Tee Khoon, country manager Singapore, PropertyGuru)

05:52 Attributes of million-dollar HDB homes

08:19 Skip BTO and go for resale? (includes comments from Leonard Tay, head of research, Knight Frank Singapore)

10:43 Moving from a private to an HDB home

13:40 Land lease decay

Read Leslie’s article:

https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion-features/million-dollar-hdb-resale-flat-makes-sense-some-buyers

Produced by: Leslie Yee (lyee@sph.com.sg) & Howie Lim

Edited by: Howie Lim

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Deep diving into property-related taxes: PropertyBT (Ep 15)

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 16:00:00 +0000

Maybe other property asset classes, besides residential property investors will be hit with higher taxes. Is there scope for new types of property-related taxes to be introduced? Learn all about property-related taxes and how they impact various physical property types in Singapore.

Highlights of the podcast:

01:30 Higher property taxes on homes (includes comments from Wong Siew Ying, head of research and content, Propnex Realty)

03:56 Scope for higher property taxes on non-residential properties

06:22 Impact of higher ABSD on homes (includes comments from Wong Xian Yang, head of research, Singapore, Cushman & Wakefield)

09:21 Higher transaction taxes on non-residential properties?

11:48 Capital gains taxes (includes comments from Christine Sun, senior vice president of research and analytics, OrangeTee & Tie)

14:20 Inheritance taxes (includes comments from Nicholas Mak, head of research and consultancy, ERA Real Estate)

Read Leslie’s article:

https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion-features/room-higher-taxes-luxury-homes-and-non-residential-properties

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Prospects for Orchard Road properties: PropertyBT (Ep 14)

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 16:00:00 +0000

Is Orchard Road appealing to home buyers and office space users? Get insights on property trends in the Orchard Road belt and suggestions to make Orchard Road vibrant with senior correspondent Leslie Yee.

Highlights of the podcast:

00:43 Underperforming Orchard Road retail (includes comments from Christine Yu, CEO, International Property Advisors)

02:17 Improving retail prospects (includes comments from Desmond Sim, CEO of Edmund Tie)

04:30 Luxury positioning

07:54 Orchard Road homes (includes comments from Dr Tan Tee Khoon, country manager Singapore, PropertyGuru)

10:41 Orchard Road offices (includes comments from Leonard Tay, head of research, Knight Frank Singapore)

12:42 Redeveloping strata-held buildings

Read Leslie’s article:

https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion-features/prospects-orchard-road-malls-may-be-better-suburban-ones

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Does freehold always trump leasehold? PropertyBT (Ep 13)

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 16:00:00 +0000

Is it worth paying a premium for a freehold home or one with a longer leasehold tenure? Should one avoid older leasehold private homes or older resale HDB flats, as there is risk of land lease decay? Should one buy an older home with under 60 years of land lease left because such homes are relatively cheaper? Senior correspondent Leslie Yee discusses.

Highlights of the podcast:

01:01 Choosing between freehold or leasehold homes (including comments from Catherine He, head of research, Colliers)

02:39 Size of premium for freehold homes (including comments from Leonard Tay, head of research, Knight Frank Singapore)

05:54 Whether luxury home buyers avoid leasehold homes

09:07 Pros and cons of buying a home with 50 years of land lease left

11:06 En bloc prospects for older private leasehold developments (including comments from Wong Xian Yang, head of research Singapore, Cushman & Wakefield)

13:56 HDB Sers and Vers (including comments from Nicholas Mak, head of research & consultancy, ERA Real Estate)

Read Leslie’s article:

https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion/buying-leasehold-property-is-fine-but-freehold-status-has-niche-appeal

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Buying uncompleted new homes off-plan: Property BT (Ep 12)

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 16:00:00 +0000

What are the pros and cons of buying uncompleted new private homes off-plan? Can buyers count on the timely delivery of high quality finished products? Singaporeans like to buy new homes and pay premiums for new homes. Amid rising interest rates, not having to draw down a loan in full at the outset when buying uncompleted homes helps. Leslie does a deep dive.

Highlights of the podcast:

01:43 Why buyers love new homes (including comments from Wong Siew Ying, head of research and content, Propnex Realty)

03:52 Risks in buying uncompleted homes off-plan

06:55 Risks of delays and poor quality are well mitigated (including comments from Christine Sun, senior vice president of research & analytics, OrangeTee & Tie)

09:32 Progressive payment scheme and financing considerations (including comments from Dr Tan Tee Khoon, country manager, PropertyGuru Singapore)

13:15 Buying an uncompleted new unit versus a completed resale home

Read Leslie’s article:

https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion/transacting-homes-off-plan-in-singapore-is-a-win-win-proposition

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Are Singapore's office buildings a good bet? PropertyBT Ep 11

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 16:00:00 +0000

Synopsis: Hosted by senior correspondent Leslie Yee, PropertyBT shares insights on all things Singapore property to help you on your property investment journey. Episodes feature views and insights from property analysts

Leasing activity and investment sales activity for good grade office buildings in the Central Business District is strong. Is optimism justified? What are the risks? What are the prospects for Singapore’s office market and what will differentiate the winners from the losers? Leslie finds out.

Highlights of the podcast:

01:47 Performance of the office property market (including comments from Nicholas Mak, head of research and consultancy, ERA Real Estate)

04:29 Zeroing in on Grade A space in the CBD (including comments from Catherine He, head of research, Colliers)

07:19 Threats posed by economic weakness and remote working

12:15 Singapore’s attractiveness to businesses and talent (including comments from Leonard Tay, head of research, Knight Frank Singapore)

14:15 Investment sales activity

Read Leslie’s article:

https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion/temper-the-optimism-in-singapore-office-buildings

Produced by: Leslie Yee (lyee@sph.com.sg) & Howie Lim

Edited by: Howie Lim

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Impact of rising interest rates on Singapore property: PropertyBT Ep 10

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 16:00:00 +0000

Higher home loan rates can crimp the affordability of home buyers. Will new home launches feel the chill from higher mortgage rates? Can it still make sense to borrow to buy a home for investment? Maybe interest rate rises are still manageable in a market dominated by buyers buying for owner occupation. Also, the spectre of possible economic recession looms. Leslie finds out.

Highlights of the podcast:

01:22 Rising mortgage rates may be manageable (including comments from Christine Sun, Senior Vice President of Research & Analytics, OrangeTee & Tie)

03:37 Impact on new homes sales (including comments from Wong Siew Ying, Head of Research and Content at PropNex)

05:25 Impact on various segments of the private homes market (including comments from Wong Xian Yang, Head of Research Singapore, Cushman & Wakefield)

08:15 Implications for those buying homes for investment

12:08 Threat posed by the risk of economic recession

Read Leslie’s article:

https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion/rising-interest-rates-may-not-stop-home-prices-from-rising

Produced by: Leslie Yee (lyee@sph.com.sg) & Howie Lim

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Opportunities in overseas property: PropertyBT Ep 9

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 16:00:00 +0000

Synopsis: Hosted by senior correspondent Leslie Yee, PropertyBT by The Business Times shares insights on all things Singapore property to help you on your property investment journey. Episodes feature views and insights from property analysts.

Is it a good time to shop for a home overseas, especially since homes in Singapore are expensive, yield may be low, and transaction costs can be high? What are the pitfalls to avoid, so one’s overseas home buying journey is a fruitful one? With borders reopened in many places and a strong Singapore dollar, Leslie also looks at whether it is better to buy a home at home or abroad.

Highlights of the podcast:

01:15 Malaysia, Australia and the UK are popular destinations (including comments from Dr. Tan Tee Khoon, Country Manager, PropertyGuru Singapore)

04:33 Why buy homes in London (including comments from Nina Coulter, UK Board Director, London Residential Development, Savills)

07:28 Price points and opportunities in the London residential property market

10:23 Avoiding pitfalls when investing overseas (including comments from Leonard Tay, head of research, Knight Frank Singapore)

13:47 Comparing investing in Singapore and abroad

Read Leslie’s articles:

https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion/london-homes-beckon-despite-economic-uncertainties

https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/real-estate/property-prices-can-be-resilient-amid-geopolitical-tensions

Produced by: Leslie Yee (lyee@sph.com.sg) & Howie Lim

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Singapore strata office and shop lots - gems or duds? PropertyBT Ep 8

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 16:00:00 +0000

Can investing in strata commercial spaces pay off, given transaction costs for buying strata office and shop lots may be lower than for buying homes in Singapore? What are the pitfalls to avoid? And how do prospects compare between strata-office and strata-retail property?

Plus, the impact from the Urban Redevelopment Authority’s move to ban strata subdivision of commercial properties in certain locations.

Highlights of the podcast:

01:26 Outlook for Singapore retail property (including comments from Catherine He, Head of Research Singapore, Colliers)

03:01 Bright prospects for Singapore’s office property

04:48 Challenges in owning strata commercial property (including comments from Karamjit Singh, CEO, Delasa)

08:35 Returns and pitfalls (including comments from Wong Xian Yang, Head of Research Singapore, Cushman and Wakefield)

10:54 URA’s banning of strata subdivision of commercial properties in certain locations

Read Leslie’s articles:

https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion/strata-ownership-of-commercial-property-may-be-slowly-dying

https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion/what-may-be-lost-with-restriction-on-strata-subdivision-for-commercial-properties

Produced by: Leslie Yee (lyee@sph.com.sg) & Howie Lim

Edited by: Howie Lim

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Singapore’s private home market post cooling measures: PropertyBT Ep 7

Wed, 25 May 2022 16:00:00 +0000

What is happening in the Singapore private homes market post the property cooling measures introduced late last year? Will volume pick up? What segments are showing strength? Can new home buyers expect to find good deals? Leslie also looks at prospects in the residential en bloc market and whether there is hope for large en bloc hopefuls.

Highlights:

01:10 Slow down in sales and strength in suburbs (including comments from Christine Sun, Senior Vice President of Research & Analytics at Orange Tee & Tie)

04:04 Sales will pick up (including comments from Leonard Tay, Head, Research, Knight Frank Singapore)

06:23 Ultra rich are still buying (including comments from Tyson Yuk, associate group director, PropNex Singapore)

09:53 Challenges facing en bloc hopefuls especially large sites (including comments from Nicholas Mak, head of research & consultancy, ERA Real Estate)

15:24 Can buyers of new homes expect to get sweeteners?

Read Leslie’s articles:

https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion/expect-volume-to-pick-up-in-new-home-sales-soon

https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/real-estate/large-residential-en-bloc-sites-can-work-despite-cooling-measures

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Edited by: Howie Lim

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Investment opportunities post property cooling measures: PropertyBT Ep 6

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 16:00:00 +0000

Synopsis: Hosted by senior correspondent Leslie Yee, PropertyBT shares insights on all things Singapore property to help you on your property investment journey.

What should property investors do in the wake of the property cooling measures introduced late last year? Are homes still a good investment? Perhaps look at commercial real estate or venture overseas. Leslie explores this and gets comments from analysts as well.

Highlights of the podcast:

02:13 Prospects for Singapore homes (including comments from Dr Tan Tee Khoon, country manager, PropertyGuru Singapore)

05:58 Venture into commercial property (including comments from Tyson Yuk, associate group director, PropNex Singapore)

10:32 Logistics has strong structural drivers (including comments from Wong Xian Yang, head of research, Singapore, Cushman and Wakefield)

13:14 Look overseas, consider Japan (including comments from Christine Yu, CEO, International Property Advisors

Read Leslie’s article:

https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion/triple-whammy-of-cooling-measures-rising-supply-and-higher-rates-can-end-up-cycle-in-home

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Edited by: Howie Lim

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Hot BTO flats: Should more have a chance? PropertyBT Ep 5

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 16:00:00 +0000

Synopsis: Hosted by senior correspondent Leslie Yee, PropertyBT shares insights on all things Singapore property to help you on your property investment journey, including comments from industry players.

In this episode of PropertyBT, Leslie delves into the topic of the purchase of build-to-order or BTO flats from the Housing & Development Board or HDB. He suggests raising the income ceiling for the purchase of BTO units so that more people can have a chance to snare highly sought after BTO flats. It also features the take of property analysts’ on some HDB policies and options available for those who cannot secure BTO units.

Highlights of the podcast:

01:07 Should the income ceiling of $14,000 be raised soon? (including comments from Christine Sun, senior vice president, research and analytics, Orange Tee and Tie)

06:25 Options available outside of BTO units (including comments from Leonard Tay, head of research Singapore, Knight Frank)

09:26 Access to BTO units as catalyst to couples having kids (including comments from Wong Siew Ying, head of research and content, Propnex Realty)

12:42 HDB’s extension of help to buy back flats from eligible owners from minority races

Read Leslie’s article:

https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/real-estate/consider-raising-the-income-cap-to-allow-more-to-buy-hdb-bto-flats

Produced by: Leslie Yee (lyee@sph.com.sg) & Howie Lim

Edited by: Howie Lim

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Will demand for Grade A office space return? PropertyBT Ep 4

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 16:00:00 +0000

Synopsis: Get insights from The Business Times on all things Singapore property, to help you in your property investment journey from senior correspondent Leslie Yee and industry players.

In this episode, senior correspondent Leslie Yee discusses his article arguing that physical offices continue to be relevant despite the rise of remote working and that Grade A spaces will outperform. It also features the take of property analysts’ on the future of Singapore’s office buildings.

Highlights (click/tap above):

01:06 The relevance of physical offices and the continued flight to quality in the office property market (including comments from Wong Xian Yang, head of research Singapore, Cushman & Wakefield)

04:15 Aggressively cutting office rental expense? (including comments from Christine Yu, CEO, International Property Advisor)

07:05 Do poorer grade office buildings have a future? (including comments from Nicholas Mak, head of research and consultancy, ERA Realty)

10:09 Looking forward to having talent work in great office spaces and the return of vibrancy to the CBD

Read Leslie’s article:

https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/real-estate/pandemic-wary-workers-to-drive-demand-for-grade-a-space-as-they-gradually-return-to

Produced by: Leslie Yee (lyee@sph.com.sg) & Howie Lim

Edited by: Howie Lim

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Private homes in Singapore not too pricey: PropertyBT Ep 3

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 16:00:00 +0000

Synopsis: Get insights from The Business Times on all things Singapore property, to help you in your property investment journey from senior correspondent Leslie Yee and industry players.

In this episode, senior correspondent Leslie Yee discusses his article arguing that private homes in Singapore are not far too expensive. It also features property analysts’ takes on the affordability of private homes and the impact of the latest property cooling measures.

Highlights (click/tap above):

00:58 Leslie's take on why private home prices are not way too high given income growth among other factors (includes comments from Leonard Tay, head of research, Knight Frank Singapore)

04:16 Looking at affordability of homes, including suggestions on where to find more affordable private homes (includes comments from Wong Siew Ying, head, research and content, Propnex Realty)

07:26 Impact of cheap credit and the property cooling measures (includes comments from Dr. Tan Tee Khoon, country manager, PropertyGuru Group)

10:56 Can private ownership aspirations be met in a global city like Singapore? (includes comments from Dr. Lee Nai Jia, deputy director, Institute of Real Estate and Urban Studies, National University of Singapore)

Read Leslie’s article:

https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/real-estate/singapore-private-homes-arent-as-pricey-as-they-seem

Produced by: Leslie Yee (lyee@sph.com.sg), Howie Lim & Ernest Luis

Edited by: Howie Lim & Hadyu Rahim

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Excluding singles from prime location public housing flats: PropertyBT Ep 2

Wed, 22 Dec 2021 16:00:00 +0000

Synopsis: Get insights from The Business Times on all things Singapore property, to help you in your property investment journey from senior correspondent Leslie Yee and industry players.

In this episode, correspondent Howie Lim hosts senior correspondent Leslie Yee to discuss the exclusion of singles from the new PLH model and its investment viability. It also features comments from property analysts.

Highlights (click/tap above):

01:25 Leslie's take on why it is detrimental to exclude singles from buying PLH flats

02:45 Can the PLH model deliver on its objectives and is Singapore getting a boost in the birth rate from a pro-marriage public housing policy? (includes comments from Ku Swee Yong, chief investment officer, Kasa Singapore)

08:09 The possible inadvertent impact of the PLH model of raising prices of other HDB resale flats in central locations

09:22 Assessing the investment case for buying a PLH flat (includes comments from Christine Sun, senior vice president of research & analytics, Orange Tee and Tie)

15:39 Why Leslie highlights the plight of singles and why he supports the PLH model in general

Read Leslie’s article:
https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/government-economy/singles-day-housing-policies-and-other-ways-to-recognise-contributions-of-singles

Produced by: Leslie Yee (lyee@sph.com.sg), Ernest Luis & Howie Lim

Edited by: Howie Lim & Hadyu Rahim

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Renting vs owning private property: PropertyBT Ep 1

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 16:00:00 +0000

Synopsis: Get insights from The Business Times on all things Singapore property, to help you in your property investment journey from senior correspondent Leslie Yee and industry players.

In this episode, BT digital editor Chris Lim hosts senior correspondent Leslie Yee to discuss his article Renting can be a viable alternative to owning a private home in Singapore. It also features property analysts’ take on it.

Highlights (click/tap above):

00:56 Why explore the financial viability of renting vs owning private property and not HDB flats (includes comments from Nicholas Mak, head of research and consultancy, ERA Realty)

03:15 Leslie’s thought process behind his article, the simulation he adopted and response to analysts’ critique of it

05:02 The prevailing argument of personal preference vs just numbers (including comments from Leonard Tay, head of research, Knight Frank Singapore)

13:30 As demographic trends change, might renting vs owning a private property become one as well? (includes comments from Wong Xian Yang, head of research Singapore, Cushman & Wakefield)

Read Leslie’s article:

https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion/renting-can-be-a-viable-alternative-to-owning-a-private-home-in-singapore

Produced by: Chris Lim, Ernest Luis, Lee Kim Siang & Howie Lim

Edited by: Howie Lim & Hadyu Rahim

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