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Money Talks - What the end of the HDB wait-out rule means for private homeowners

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The government has removed the 15-month wait-out period for private homeowners buying non-subsidised HDB resale flats, marking the end of one of Singapore's property cooling measures. PropNex executive chairman Ismail Gafoor joins Andrea Heng to explain why the rule was lifted, what it could mean for HDB resale prices and how this affects anyone thinking about right-sizing.

Andrea Heng

Andrea Heng

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Money Talks - What the end of the HDB wait-out rule means for private homeowners

The government has removed the 15-month wait-out period for private homeowners buying non-subsidised HDB resale flats, marking the end of one of Singapore's property cooling measures. PropNex executive chairman Ismail Gafoor joins Andrea Heng to explain why the rule was lifted, what it could mean for HDB resale prices and how this affects anyone thinking about right-sizing.

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Money Talks - Is it time to buy Japanese yen or stocks?

The Japanese yen has fallen to levels not seen in decades, leading many to ask if this is the right time to exchange some money for the next holiday. Mercer's Cameron Systermans joins Andrea Heng to explain what's driving the currency's valuation, what could change in the months ahead and how holidaymakers and investors should think about currency risk.

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Money Talks - Electricity tariffs: Is it time to lock in a fixed rate?

With electricity tariffs hitting record highs, many households are weighing whether to lock in with a fixed-rate plan or wait for prices to ease. David Broadstock from The Lantau Group joins Andrea Heng to explain how the different pricing models work and what you need to consider before making the switch.

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Money Talks - Buy into the next big IPO or avoid the hype?

SpaceX's blockbuster initial public offering has put the spotlight back on companies going public, but recent listings on the Singapore Stock Exchange have told a very different story. What separates successful IPOs from costly disappointments? Brandon Ho from Arta Finance joins Andrea Heng to unpack why valuations fluctuate and how large-scale IPOs could affect your investments – even if you’re not directly holding their stock.

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Money Talks - How to build a greener portfolio without sacrificing returns

Many investors assume that going green means settling for lower returns. But is sustainable investing really a trade-off between doing good and growing your wealth? Eugenia Koh from Standard Chartered Bank joins Andrea Heng to unpack some of the biggest misconceptions about building a green portfolio and whether sustainable investments can match traditional returns.

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