Every day, 99.co takes a piece of property jargon and demystifies it. Today, we’re looking at home content insurance: What is home content insurance? Home content insurance is different from home insurance as it covers the financial cost of repairing or replacing household items. The items range from small items such as toys to bulky…

It is not that easy to create a comfortable room to visit. Besides needing a good interior arrangement, the aroma plays an important role. An air freshener can be one of the solutions. Creating a Room in a Home that is Fragrant and Comfortable Before we embark on the journey to the quest of mastering…

I learned long ago that being self-employed means freedom. If I can’t afford a house, for example, I’m free to go without. But if you cultivate some basic skills, you have a good shot at home ownership: How is buying a house different when you’re self-employed? For starters, banks apply a haircut of 30 per…

Shoebox units are a favourite among new investors, due to the low overall cost. But according to some others, they’re just an over-hyped asset foisted on newbies. Who’s right? We look at their performance over the past 10 years: Shoeboxes? What are we talking about here? You can read more about it here; but to…

Looking for a new home near the city? Look to HDB’s newly launched BTO flats in Kallang and Whampoa! An opportune moment has arrived for homebuyers to ballot for flats within the Kallang and Whampoa district. There will be a BTO launch on 22nd May. The closing date will be 28th May.  583 units will…

Sometimes, you have no choice but to delay a rent payment. Your employer pays late, your client skipped town, or the Sheng Tai Gundam sale is only till the end of the week. Before your anger your landlord and trigger an eviction, here are some steps to take: Step 1: Don’t get rash when looking…

Calling all students moving out of home! We know you’re in the cusp of adulthood and think you can pick the best rental unit for yourself. To help you in your home search process, here are some things to keep in mind when picking a rental unit: Location Cost Tenancy Agreement (TA) Room/House mates Professional…

For most of us, our homes will be our biggest investment and purchase. Here are 7 things you should consider when choosing a home: #1 Family needs Before searching for a home, make a list of what you and your family want and need from a home. Some questions to ask are, for example: How…

Every day, 99.co takes a piece of property jargon and demystifies it. Today, we’re looking at the Temporary Occupancy Permit (TOP): What is a Temporary Occupancy Permit (TOP)? For a building to be declared fit and ready for habitation, it needs to obtain the Certificate of Statutory Completion (CSC) from the authorities. However, most buyers…

Every day, 99.co takes a piece of property jargon and demystifies. Today, we’re looking at Mortgage Reducing Term Assurance (MRTA), which is a real mouthful and terrible for SEO. But good for your home security: What is Mortgage Reducing Term Assurance (MRTA)? You already know that there’s fire insurance and home content insurance. MRTA is…