Christopher Ng — ERA Executive Group Division Director
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Did Singapore Just Break the 1KM Primary School Property Premium? What The New P1 Registration Rules Mean For Home Buyers
Policy Commentary19 September 2026

Did Singapore Just Break the 1KM Primary School Property Premium? What The New P1 Registration Rules Mean For Home Buyers

Singapore's new P1 registration rules for 12 popular primary schools significantly alter the traditional "1km property premium." For families relying on Phase 2C, being within 1km no longer guarantees priority over those within 2km, changin

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Chuan Grove Condo: My Early Analysis — What Buyers Should Watch Before Launch
Project Analysis18 September 2026

Chuan Grove Condo: My Early Analysis — What Buyers Should Watch Before Launch

Before Chuan Grove launches, look beyond basic facts. Focus on the starting quantum, unit types for families, and how it compares to resale condos and future developments, not just its next-door neighbour.

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Why Two 4,000 Sq Ft Landed Plots Can Be Worth Very Different Amounts: Plot Shape, Width, Frontage and Road Reserve Explained
Landed Homes17 September 2026

Why Two 4,000 Sq Ft Landed Plots Can Be Worth Very Different Amounts: Plot Shape, Width, Frontage and Road Reserve Explained

This article explains why two landed plots with the same headline land area can have vastly different values due to factors like plot shape, width, frontage, and road/drainage reserves. Learn how these elements impact a property's usability

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Buying Landed-House Materials From China: The Procurement Checklist I Would Use Before Ordering Anything
Landed Homes15 September 2026

Buying Landed-House Materials From China: The Procurement Checklist I Would Use Before Ordering Anything

Sourcing materials for a landed house from China can save money, but it's a complex project. This checklist covers crucial steps, from design freezing and quality control to payment terms and warranty considerations, to ensure proper execut

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Lorong Puntong GLS Hits $1,612 PSF PPR — Did Upper Thomson Just Get Repriced?
Government Land Sales15 September 2026

Lorong Puntong GLS Hits $1,612 PSF PPR — Did Upper Thomson Just Get Repriced?

A recent $1,612 psf ppr land bid for Lorong Puntong has experts questioning if Upper Thomson property prices are set to rise. This aggressive bid could also impact pricing strategies for nearby developments like Thomson Reserve and Lentor.

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Lucerne Grand by CDL: Is This the Project That Finally Unlocks the Jurong Lake District Story?
Project Analysis15 September 2026

Lucerne Grand by CDL: Is This the Project That Finally Unlocks the Jurong Lake District Story?

Lucerne Grand is CDL's new mixed-use project directly beside Lakeside MRT, positioning it uniquely within the Jurong Lake District. This article explores whether JLD has finally reached a point where buyers should invest in its future.

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