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A Singapore family comparing an older bigger 5-room HDB with a newer smaller 4-room HDB, showing the choice between more space, mature estate living, longer lease and future resale flexibility.

Bigger Older HDB or Smaller Newer HDB? A Practical Singapore Buyer’s Guide

More space or more lease? Compare older vs newer HDB resale flats on CPF rules, renovation cost, resale pool, and family fit. The right questions, calmly.

Rick Long · Associate Senior Division Director, Huttons Asia · CEA R026818Z June 18, 2026

New launch versus resale condo in Singapore — comparing a modern condo tower and an established resale development."

New Launch vs Resale Condo in Singapore: Which Should You Choose in 2026?

Choosing between a new launch and a resale condo in Singapore isn’t really about which is cheaper. A new launch can give you time, staged payments and a brand-new unit; a resale gives you space, certainty and immediate use. This 2026 guide helps you decide based on your own numbers — budget, CPF, ABSD, timeline and exit plan — with the latest rules and market context.

Rick Long · Associate Senior Division Director, Huttons Asia · CEA R026818Z June 17, 2026

PrimeKey Analysis Singapore property investment report showing 8 critical factors used to assess condo fundamentals, investment potential, entry considerations and property shortlisting decisions.

PrimeKey Analysis Singapore: A Property Analysis Tool for Smarter Condo Shortlisting

PrimeKey Analysis scores Singapore condo fundamentals across 8 pillars. But a score alone won’t tell you if a condo fits your life, finances and timeline.

Rick Long · Associate Senior Division Director, Huttons Asia · CEA R026818Z June 16, 2026

Concept image of a Singapore family planning whether to sell their HDB flat and buy a condo, with a pathway showing savings, CPF, loan calculations, moving boxes, keys and timeline considerations.

Sell HDB, Buy Condo in Singapore: What to Know Before You Upgrade

Thinking of selling your HDB to buy a condo in Singapore? Understand CPF refund, ABSD, real cash proceeds and timing before you commit. A calm, practical guide.

Rick Long · Associate Senior Division Director, Huttons Asia · CEA R026818Z June 14, 2026

Singapore property sale illustration showing how CPF accrued interest, CPF refund, outstanding loan and selling costs can reduce real cash proceeds after selling a HDB flat, EC or private property.

The Silent Threat of CPF Accrued Interest: Why Your Cash Proceeds May Be Lower Than Expected

Did you know that after selling your house, you have to return Cpf accrued interest and Cpf fund used including Hdb grants.

Rick Long · Associate Senior Division Director, Huttons Asia · CEA R026818Z June 12, 2026

A Singaporean family standing by their condo window with moving boxes nearby, reflecting on their next home decision after their Executive Condominium reaches MOP.

Should I Sell My EC After MOP? Here’s How to Decide

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.

Rick Long · Associate Senior Division Director, Huttons Asia · CEA R026818Z June 7, 2026

A family standing together at an HDB corridor during sunset, looking over a mature Singapore estate, symbolising calm reflection, HDB depreciation planning, and the decision to hold, sell, or move on.

HDB Depreciation Curve: Why Some Flats Hold Value Better Than Others

HDB depreciation is not just about age. As the remaining lease gets shorter, buyers may start looking more carefully at CPF usage, loan comfort, future resale, and whether the flat still fits their long-term plans. This article explains why some older HDB flats continue to hold value, while others may face more pressure over time.

Rick Long · Associate Senior Division Director, Huttons Asia · CEA R026818Z June 5, 2026

Singapore property exit strategy guide showing six key questions before buying a home

What Is a Property Exit Strategy? 6 Questions to Ask Before You Buy

A property exit strategy helps Singapore homeowners, buyers, and upgraders understand future resale demand, holding power, CPF buffer, real ROI, and next move planning before buying.

Rick Long · Associate Senior Division Director, Huttons Asia · CEA R026818Z May 25, 2026

Bar chart showing HDB units reaching MOP in Singapore from 2025 to 2028; lowest supply in 2025, increasing sharply by 2028

Hdb resale process 2026

A FREE comprehensive guide for Hdb owners – Hdb financial calculation, Hdb procedure, Hdb timeline and what to look out for.

Rick Long · Associate Senior Division Director, Huttons Asia · CEA R026818Z May 2, 2026

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Real stories, real experiences—because your journey deserves nothing less than the best.

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.