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Singapore HDB: VERS Takes Shape (2025 Update)
Singapore’s HDB renewal is shifting from selective SERS to vote-based VERS. First announced in 2018 and updated in Aug 2025, VERS targets ~70-year flats with pilots in the 2030s. 2Q 2025 signals: resale +0.9% q/q, 415 million-dollar deals; leaders Bukit Timah, Central Area, Ang Mo Kio. SERS: no new projects planned for now.
Understanding Growth Plans For Singapore Investment Property
One of the key studies I rely on for my analysis of potential growth is the URA Master Plan – Lets take a look today on what to look out for.
Hdb resale process 2025
A FREE comprehensive guide for Hdb owners – Hdb financial calculation, Hdb procedure, Hdb timeline and what to look out for.
How much should you be paying Property Agent Commission in 2024
How much commission is fair to your property agent? Factors to consider when paying property agent commission. Will Service and Value add be more important?
New Launch or Resale Condo | Making The Right Choice Yourself
Which is a Better Investment between New launch and Resale Condo. We will discuss case study and the Pros of buying a New Launch and Resale Condo
Should You Sell Your HDB flat in 2025?
In all, the nature of selling property is understandably complex and different depending on each individual needs. Which is why I hope this article helped to shed some light on possible opportunities and options for you.
Sell Hdb Buy Condo – A Comprehensive Guide and Case Study
Learn the factors affecting hdb upgrading to condo – Hdb owners upgrade to private property without touching their cash savings.
Are you thinking of selling your EC (Executive Condominium) after 5 years?
Most of the owners are interested to know whether they should sell their EC right after its MOP of 5 years or to wait further.
Upgrade to EC before selling your HDB in 2024
Useful for HDB owners who are uncertain about financing the various down payments, who are still staying in their HDB flat while the new EC is being built.
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Hi, I’m Rick Long
With decades of experience in Singapore’s real estate market, I’ve had the privilege of being mentioned in media outlets such as Channel NewsAsia, The Straits Times, and 99.co.
Over the years, I’ve written extensively on the local property landscape — tackling the real questions buyers and sellers face, and helping them navigate each step with greater clarity and confidence.
Many of my clients have become long-time friends — their trust and kind reviews continue to inspire me to raise the bar in everything I do.
I believe real estate should be strategic, seamless, and deeply aligned with your life’s journey.