Discuss about where to live, renting a property, tenancy issues, property trend and property investment in Singapore.
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Tue, 14 Sep 2021 10:00 am
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Canadian International School
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Pal » Sat, 18 Aug 2018 10:25 pm
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The Canadian International School (CIS) is a leading international school in Singapore. Founded in 1990, CIS has over...
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Bump for this thread 8-)
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Fri, 15 Jan 2021 6:08 pm
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Fri, 13 Dec 2019 12:14 pm
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Wed, 07 Jan 2009 3:28 pm
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Landlord asked additional rental top-up after sign TA
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sweetguy23 » Mon, 17 Sep 2012 9:51 am
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Hi guys,
Need your help on this.
I have rented this condo with a crazy LL and we signed the TA with the stamp duty and everything.
When we move-in...
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In a lesser calibre case the policeman voluntarily asked me whether I was going to press charges so at least my experience indicates it could be...
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Last post by offshoreoildude
Tue, 18 Sep 2012 10:13 am
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New in Singapore, some housing tips please
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michaelknight00 » Mon, 20 Aug 2012 5:50 pm
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Hi everyone,
I will move in Singapore for work this October after 3 years in Shanghai, so I am looking for a nice place to stay in Singapore :)
My...
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Hi Mickael, I don't know if you are still looking for some tips, but I can tell you that Tiong Bahru is really becoming a happening place, lots a new...
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Last post by BobyC
Sat, 15 Sep 2012 5:58 pm
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Anchorage condo
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Ukmummy » Tue, 11 Sep 2012 12:11 pm
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We arrived here 1 week ago & are looking for an apartment to rent, has anyone got any experience (good or bad) of the anchorage on alexandra rd, are...
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while it used to be popular among japanese and (later) koreans, there're now a lot more indians in that area (anchorage, queens, etc) due its close...
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Last post by taxico
Sat, 15 Sep 2012 3:32 pm
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Lease question about the Letter of Intent
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screns » Wed, 15 Aug 2012 11:50 am
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We are currently looking for places to live (in temporary accommodation right now) and of all the places we have seen, we like two equally. However,...
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What are some good websites to find apartments? Can you talk a bit more about how you found your apartments? How did you formalize the contacts? Is...
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Last post by zzm9980
Wed, 12 Sep 2012 1:05 pm
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Black and White Bungaloo
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guyg » Thu, 09 Aug 2012 6:51 am
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Has anybody had experience bidding on a black and white Bungaloo? Any tips?
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I think the low side is a bit low, but I do know that the high side does exist but boy are those places huge.
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Last post by sundaymorningstaple
Wed, 12 Sep 2012 10:47 am
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GST on agent's commission
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macaroonie » Fri, 03 Aug 2012 11:23 am
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Quick question, is there 7% GST on an agent's commission?
Thanks
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Technically yes, but negotiate a flat rate with your agent. For one year lease they typically ask for half a months rent in commission - I negotiated...
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Last post by scotty12
Wed, 05 Sep 2012 4:19 pm
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Rogue Landlords refuse to return 2 months deposit
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jillday52 » Sat, 01 Sep 2012 8:59 am
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I am distressed to hear that after two year at 9B Zehnder Road in which my colleagues landlord did nothing even though it was on the original...
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I am distressed to hear that after two year at 9B Zehnder Road in which my colleagues landlord did nothing even though it was on the original...
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Last post by moolh2000
Mon, 03 Sep 2012 7:12 pm
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Is the tenant responsible for the following (when moving out
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ABC2012 » Thu, 12 Jul 2012 11:30 am
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Hi
Apologies if this qn has been asked before.
We are moving out of a place soon and wondering if we are responsible for the following (as in...
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Supposedly, you are not responsible for all those. I too faced the same problem whereby my landlord wants me to clean the fridge, and the toilet....
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Last post by moolh2000
Thu, 30 Aug 2012 12:14 pm
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Anthing like Caspian Lakeshore or The Centris nearer town?
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naylera » Tue, 28 Aug 2012 10:17 am
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Hi
Have been looking at Caspian and Lakeshore next to Lakeside MRT and THe Centris at Boon Lay. These are great places.
Is there anything like this...
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Hi
Have been looking at Caspian and Lakeshore next to Lakeside MRT and THe Centris at Boon Lay. These are great places.
Is there anything like this...
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Last post by wwww
Tue, 28 Aug 2012 10:40 am
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why is it so difficult to find a one bedroom apartment?!
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ladyr85 » Sun, 26 Aug 2012 3:03 pm
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its that time of the year again! househunting!! :O
why is it there seem very little places with just a single bedroom / studio style apartment?! I...
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Several where I am, at a cost no doubt. Not sure if any still vacant but ours is a new development so you might be lucky. PM me if you want details.
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Last post by Makingthemove
Mon, 27 Aug 2012 8:20 am
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Hidden costs renting landed?
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guyg » Tue, 17 Jul 2012 3:59 am
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Apologies if this topic has been covered before (I did breifly try searching for it) but can anyone summarise the hidden costs/hassles of renting a...
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One and the same. Local name where I came from.
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Last post by sundaymorningstaple
Sun, 26 Aug 2012 11:10 pm
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What is better serviced apt or condo (for 3 month stay)?
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RichardBaker » Thu, 23 Aug 2012 12:42 am
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Hi Everyone,
I will only be staying in Singapore for 3 months, but I am coming with my wife and 2 year old daughter and will need internet....
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the tests are/will be:
a) Where is he being paid
b) Has he retained his home address in home country
c) Is he acting in an advisory capacity or...
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Last post by x9200
Sat, 25 Aug 2012 10:51 am
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Renting: Price for furnished vs unfurnished
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cookiesap » Tue, 17 Jul 2012 4:10 am
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We are moving to Singapore in a few months and just a few quick q's:
- If apartments are listed as furnished, are landlords typically willing to remove...
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- If apartments are listed as furnished, are landlords typically willing to remove the furniture if we bring our own furniture?
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Last post by Global Player
Sat, 18 Aug 2012 2:11 pm
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Accommodation Advice
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Jon Snow » Sun, 05 Aug 2012 5:33 pm
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Hey guys
I know you guys answer this question many times a week but I have read most of the other threads , and if you have the time , would still...
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Please do read some of the many posts about this topics that are posted (and answered) on this forum every week!
If three of you are contributing...
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Last post by Jon Snow
Mon, 06 Aug 2012 11:21 pm
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Newbie looking for house, is Bukit Teresa safe/nice?
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Smiffy » Sun, 05 Aug 2012 7:55 am
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Our little family has just relocated to Singapore and trying to find a 'home'. We have seen a place in Bukit Teresa. Is anyone familiar with this...
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Everywhere in Singapore is safe. Everywhere is nice enough . I'm not being facetious either, it's all the same. There are a few areas with landed...
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Last post by zzm9980
Sun, 05 Aug 2012 3:02 pm
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Looking for somewhere to live
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naylera » Sun, 29 Jul 2012 11:39 pm
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Hi Expats
I am looking for accomodation with a maximum rental of S$5000 per month. Short term rental is proving difficult. I would prefer a 2 bed...
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To solve all the hemming & hawing, here it is from the horses mouth.
You cannot rent private housing/rooms either without a residency visa either...
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Last post by zzm9980
Thu, 02 Aug 2012 10:05 pm
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Another dodgy landlord story... advice please
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AnnaH86 » Thu, 02 Aug 2012 6:18 am
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Our landlord signed a 1 year tenancy agreement with us without telling us the apartment was to be sold. 8 months into our lease, the apartment has...
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I hear you and feel for you. Stay very calm, extremely calm, only then can you deal with the difficulties in front of you. It really does sound as...
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Last post by macaroonie
Thu, 02 Aug 2012 9:02 pm
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Anyone who has lived in/know of anyone at Southbank?
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yk2366 » Wed, 01 Aug 2012 1:52 am
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Anyone who has lived in/know of anyone whos resided at Southbank Condo? We're thinking of moving there. We're soon to be newlyweds with no childen....
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I have a friend who stays in the Lavender area too. He enjoys the fact that there are still some local markets and hawker centres while it is...
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Last post by wwww
Thu, 02 Aug 2012 11:04 am
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studio/one bedroom aparment on a budget
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Tinka33 » Fri, 13 Jul 2012 11:09 pm
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I am from Europe and recently I accepted a position at NUS. Pretty much I do not know anything about Singapore housing and I was wondering if I can...
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Moi?
No, the guy behind you.
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Last post by nakatago
Sun, 29 Jul 2012 9:23 pm
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HDB room rental - pay tax?
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macaroonie » Sun, 22 Jul 2012 9:14 pm
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Landlords who rent out a room in their HDB flat, do they need to register it somewhere? There are those that just rent it out without a formal...
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A chance for the landlords to act like adults instead of being lead around by the ear. It's already a nanny state, but it's time the baby's are...
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Sat, 28 Jul 2012 10:48 pm
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