Several exciting new Executive Condominium (EC) developments are on the horizon across Singapore, bringing homebuyers more choices in well-connected and growing neighbourhoods. Here’s a quick look at the upcoming EC projects worth watching.
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Updated September 2026
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Renting, buying, and leasing guides written for expats and companies, covering tenancy terms, costs, and local rules in Singapore.
What to Do When a Landlord Refuses to Return Your Deposit
If your rental deposit has not been returned, begin with the tenancy agreement. Check the refund deadline, deduction clauses and tenant obligations.
Read insight : What to Do When a Landlord Refuses to Return Your Deposit
Your Rental Handover Checklist: Evidence That Can Save Your Deposit
Many deposit disputes are difficult to resolve because neither party has reliable evidence of the property’s original condition.
Read insight : Your Rental Handover Checklist: Evidence That Can Save Your Deposit
Can a Landlord Keep Your Rental Deposit in Singapore?
A security deposit is meant to protect the landlord against genuine financial losses. It should not automatically become extra income for the landlord when the tenancy ends.
Read insight : Can a Landlord Keep Your Rental Deposit in Singapore?
Best Condo Areas in Singapore for Expats by Budget
Choosing where to live in Singapore is often a balance between rental budget, commute, apartment size and lifestyle. A central address may shorten your journey to work, while neighbourhoods farther from the CBD often provide larger homes and more family-friendly facilities for the same budget.
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7 Costly Rental Mistakes Expats Make in Singapore (And How to Avoid Them)
Renting in Singapore can feel straightforward at first: find a nice unit, agree on the rent, sign the papers, move in. But for many expats, the expensive mistakes happen in the details — eligibility, paperwork, clauses, hidden costs, and assumptions that only become obvious after the lease starts.
Read insight : 7 Costly Rental Mistakes Expats Make in Singapore (And How to Avoid Them)
Emergency Services & Contacts
Singapore’s emergency services are fast, reliable, and well-coordinated. As an expat, knowing the right numbers and resources ensures you’re prepared for any urgent situation.
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Singapore Public Holidays
Moving to Singapore? One aspect that helps you settle in is understanding the public holiday calendar: what days are off, what they mean, and how to make the most of them. This guide walks you through all that.
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Cultural Integration in Singapore
Moving to Singapore as an expat is an exciting opportunity, but it can also feel overwhelming when you’re adapting to a new culture. Singapore is a unique blend of Chinese, Malay, Indian, and Western influences, making it one of the most multicultural societies in the world. Beyond the skyline and modern comforts, embracing the local way of life helps expats feel at home. Here are some practical ways to integrate into Singaporean culture.
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Rules and common practice every expat tenant should know
Private homes
3 Months
Minimum private lease
URA sets a minimum rental period of three consecutive months for private residential property.
HDB flats
6 Months
Minimum HDB lease
HDB requires a minimum rental period of six months when an approved flat is rented out.
Tenancy clause
12 + 2 Months
Common diplomatic clause
Lets you end the lease after 12 months with 2 months' notice if you are relocated out of Singapore.
Maintenance
S$150–300
Typical minor repair cap
The tenant usually pays each minor repair up to this amount, depending on the agreement. The landlord covers anything above it.
Reference points reflect published URA and HDB rules and common Singapore tenancy practice. Always check the current rules and your own tenancy agreement.
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