Is IRAS clamping down on the 99-1 ABSD Loophole? | BTO vs Resale | $1.2m Condos snapped up | NOTG
The NOTG team Addresses some concerning news about 99-1 ABSD “loophole”, as well as foreigners seemingly undeterred by the ABSD and setting up family offices in Singapore. Joining Melvin Lim, Yu Rong and Grayce with some inputs today is Jun Wei, one of our Associate Listing Managers! Understandably so, many are worried for the next […]
How to Flip & Sell Effectively, Pricing Competition and Property Buying Perspectives | NOTG S3 EP 58
Melvin Lim, Lyndon, George, and Joan continue their discussion about real estate investment and what investors need to be ready. There are several ways to capitalise on real estate—own-stay (quantum play), flip and sell, or rent, but what is it that drives the appreciation and demand to ensure a ROI? And on the topic of […]
How To Budget, The Art of Self Reliance & Investment Diversification | NOTG S3 EP 73
Join Melvin Lim, Co-founder and CEO of PropertyLimBrothers, as he catches up Dawn Cher, a.k.a SG Budget Babe! Dawn shares her journey of financial empowerment, having saved $20,000 in just one year on a modest ~$2,000 take-home monthly salary through disciplined savings strategies, not investments. What began in 2014 as a blog born out of […]
En-bloc veteran reveals the cause of soaring land prices! | NOTG
The PropertyLimBrothers team delves into how developers purchase land, specifically through en bloc sales. To help us understand, we brought in en bloc expert, Mr. Karamjit Singh, CEO of Showsuite and Delasa, to share his insights on this hot topic amongst private property owners. Breaking it down to 3 different perspectives, see through the lenses […]
Leveraging Real Estate, Paying Down Mortgage & Property Vs Crypto | NOTG EP 59
The NOTG team answers collated questions from our NOTG group chat on Telegram! Thanks to all our participants for your valuable contributions, which have culminated in this episode. Melvin Lim, Grayce, Yu Rong, and Joan discuss the ripple effects of the new harmonisation rule on the perception of buyers. Because of the ‘adjusted’ PSF prices, […]
The 5-year Cycle. Market Stability & Timing Your Investment | NOTG S3 Ep 74
Welcome back to NOTG whiteboard sessions with Melvin Lim from PropertyLimBrothers! In this episode, Melvin discusses why new launch buyers prefer fresh projects, introducing the 4 seasons (spring, summer, autumn, winter) concept in relation to land acquisition and the 5-year property cycle. He explains how these cycles impact pricing and investment decisions, providing valuable insights […]
LIVE DEBATE Special: Condo Vs Landed! | NOTG S3 Ep32
Condos and landed homes are undoubtedly the hot comparison property types when it comes to real estate investment. But what factors determine a buyer or investor steer towards one than the other? Condos with its wider buyer and rental pool, again landed with its rarity and strong store-of-value. Which do our consultants think will prevail? […]
Live Debate Special: Resale HDB vs Resale Condo! | NOTG EP 60
In the market for your matrimonial home? This topic might have crossed your minds as a couple—should you purchase a resale HDB or a resale condo as your first home? Much like John and Sally who has an urgency to move-in within a specific timeframe.Have you ever wondered if the grants and subsidies from a […]
Building A Personal Brand, Finding Your Niche & Lessons from a Failed Business | NOTG S3 EP 75
If you’re into financial related content, you might have come across our next guest! In this episode of NOTG, Melvin Lim speaks to Josh Tan, founder of The Astute Parent. Josh shares his journey from starting his YouTube channel in 2015 to becoming a trusted financial advisor. He discusses overcoming self-doubt, scaling his brand, and […]
Buying A Private Property At 23? It’s More Possible Than You Thought | PropertyLimBrothers| Min Chen
Min is a self-made Singaporean entrepreneur, who accomplished the extraordinary feat of buying her first private property at just 23! But what sets Min apart? It’s not just her age; it’s her unique mindset and thought process that make her journey truly inspiring. In this episode, Melvin Lim and Grayce from PropertyLimBrothers were excited to […]