{"id":21108,"date":"2018-11-07T10:01:37","date_gmt":"2018-11-07T02:01:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.99.co\/blog\/singapore\/?p=21108"},"modified":"2022-07-01T05:00:45","modified_gmt":"2022-06-30T21:00:45","slug":"dear-daughter-as-you-buy-your-first-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/dear-daughter-as-you-buy-your-first-home\/","title":{"rendered":"Dear Daughter, as you buy your first home"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"bsf_rt_marker\"><\/div><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I can still remember the look of wonder in your eyes as you explored your new surroundings when we first moved into our home back then. You have always been curious, even as a child, and it\u2019s a trait that has served you well all your life. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Never stop being curious, and never stop seeing the world with fresh eyes. That\u2019s the only way we can appreciate the fullness of the present moment, and leave behind the judgements of past experiences.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-21151\" src=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/99co-CEA-First-Home-Family-Portrait.jpg\" alt=\"the family in our first home\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1125\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/99co-CEA-First-Home-Family-Portrait.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/99co-CEA-First-Home-Family-Portrait-380x284.jpg 380w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>Moments together, at home<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Looking back, Mama and I have shared so many special moments with you at home. From your first sleepover with your friends after the PSLE exams, to your sweet 16th birthday party. We have been blessed that you chose to share those moments with us. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Home was also where you sought refuge during the not-so-good times. I remember you walking through the door in tears when Jun Fong broke off with you. Mama made you a cup of hot Milo, your favourite drink. Better Milo than alcohol, because you\u2019d never be able to find the answers at the bottom of a beer bottle. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We were there to share your triumphs, heartbreaks and milestones. We wish you could come home to us every day, but as parents, we knew the day would come for you to have a home and family of your own. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mama and I are glad that Ethan finally popped the question, and that the two of you will be buying your first home on the resale market soon. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having gone through the process of buying two homes, I\u2019m sharing with you what I\u2019ve learnt so that your home buying journey will be a smooth and fuss-free one.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-21216\" src=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/99co-check-agent-CEA-public-register-2.jpg\" alt=\"check your agent's credentials on the CEA public register\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/99co-check-agent-CEA-public-register-2.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/99co-check-agent-CEA-public-register-2-380x284.jpg 380w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>Ensure your property agent is registered with CEA<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember how we watched The Talented Mr Ripley together when you were in secondary school? You certainly wouldn\u2019t want a Mr Ripley playing any part in such a big decision in your life. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being the typical Asian Papa, I have \u201ceaten more salt than you have eaten rice\u201d. You are trusting by nature and will be getting recommendations for property agents from your circle of trusted friends. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure the property agent you choose to work with is a legitimate one by checking his or her registration number on the Council for Estate Agencies\u2019 (CEA) <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/go.99.co\/public-register-CEA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Public Register<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The registration number will be included on his or her name card so you don\u2019t have to feel <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">paiseh<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> about asking for it specifically. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Only property agencies and agents with a valid licence or registration are permitted to carry out property-related work. Not matter how well you think you know your friends and can trust their recommendations, it is still better to err on the side of caution when buying your first home.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-21115\" src=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/99co-CEA-First-Home-Agent-Commission-Rate.jpg\" alt=\"negotiate and agree on a commission rate with the property agent before starting work\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\"><\/p>\n<h3><b>Negotiate and document your property agent\u2019s commission before the home buying process begins<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that you\u2019ve chosen The One property agent to work with, before he or she starts working on finding you the first home of your dreams, be sure to discuss with your agent and agree on the commission due for all the work done. Also, do put this in writing. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember how angry you were when a customer refused to pay Mama for the cake she had baked because he claimed Mama had gotten the colour of the icing wrong? The unpleasant situation could have been avoided if Mama had confirmed in writing exactly how the customer wanted the cake to look like. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s very hard to work things out when it becomes a situation of \u201che said, she said\u201d. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moreover, Papa has always taught you to be fair in all your dealings. Do take into consideration all that you need your property agent to do and accord a fair and reasonable commission rate to him or her. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protect Ethan and yourself &#8211; as well as the property agent &#8211; by putting in black and white how much commission you both will be paying. You can use one of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/go.99.co\/prescribed-estate-agency-forms-CEA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prescribed Estate Agency Forms<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which will serve as a contract between you and your property agent. Then, after the transaction is complete, pay the agreed commission to the agent\u2019s agency promptly. Always be a woman of your word.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Your property agent should only represent you in a property transaction<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As with any marriage, the relationship you have with your property agent should be a monogamous one. He or she should only be looking after your interest in the property transaction in order to broker the best possible deal for you. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Think of it this way &#8211; sellers will always want to secure the highest selling price, while buyers will push for the lowest selling price as both sides want to get a good deal for themselves. It\u2019s impossible for one property agent to achieve the goals of both the seller and buyer in the same transaction. As such, it is imperative that you and Ethan appoint a property agent whose sole purpose is to achieve your property goal &#8211; to secure your first home at the best price possible. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019ll tell your property agent as I would to Ethan &#8211; strictly no two-timing allowed!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-21117\" src=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/99co-CEA-Handle-Own-Money.jpg\" alt=\"Handle all monies related to the transaction on your own\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\"><\/p>\n<h3><b>Handle all monies related to the transaction on your own<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To maintain clear boundaries, you must remember to handle all monetary transactions by writing a cheque or making a bank transfer directly to the seller yourself. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember how Mama used to tell me that \u201cmy money is my money, but your money is our money\u201d? <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Well, Papa would have you know that \u201cyour money is <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">your<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> money and responsibility\u201d when it comes to buying your first home. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Part of building a home of your own entails being financially savvy, and you will get the opportunity to flex your financial muscles during the home buying process. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>P.S. I love you<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not being able to hear the front door shut behind you every night is something Papa and Mama will have to get used to. Despite the mixed feelings I have, I\u2019m very proud of the fine, young woman you have become. I have every confidence that the home you will build for your own family will be filled with love, understanding and respect. After all, Mama and I have shown you everything you need to know about what makes a house a home.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Love,<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Papa<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Presented by the Council for Estate Agencies (CEA). CEA requires property agents to be registered and have the right skills before they can work with clients. Visit <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/go.99.co\/happyconsumer-CEA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">www.cea.gov.sg\/happyconsumer<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for more tips on engaging an agent.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I can still remember the look of wonder in your eyes as you explored your new surroundings when we first moved into our home back then. You have always been curious, even as a child, and it\u2019s a trait that has served you well all your life. 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