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PropertyGuru News and Views Issue 113

HDB resale prices on decline again
After a brief stint on the upside, prices of resale flats continued its downward trend as it fell 0.2 percent in Q3 2018...

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The upcoming Pink Dot 2017 will take place on 1 July and promises to be one of the biggest ever, having already attracted various local business sponsors. This year, the law has been amended to prevent foreigners from attending the event, while they could previously.

This decision highlights the ongoing sensitivity surrounding LGBT issues in Singapore. In this issue, we look at some of the challenges facing gay singles and same-sex couples trying to buy a home.

On a more upbeat note, the private property market seems to have turned a corner, with several recent project launches reporting strong showflat crowds and healthy sales. This is reigniting optimism in developers who have begun bidding aggressively for plum land sites, as well as exploring en bloc opportunities. Turn to page 6 to read our Guru View.

Meanwhile, we have some good news for buyers looking to take advantage of the better market conditions. PropertyGuru has tied up with several leading developers to launch its Great Singapore Specials campaign. From now till end July, 10 new projects are offering exclusive deals amounting to over $1 million in savings. Read more on page 11.

Elsewhere in this issue, we explore the neighbourhood of Tanjong Pagar, find out more about deferred payment schemes, and check out property investment opportunities in New Zealand.

Enjoy our June issue.

Cover Story: Same dreams, different struggles

Guru View: Is the new launch market heating up?

Eye on Tanjong Pagar: A place to live, work and play

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