By Lissa Teo • JLT Realtors • 10 min read For three decades, the Executive Condominium has been Singapore’s best-known shortcut from HDB to private property. Buy with subsidy. Live in it for five years. Sell into the open market with a meaningful upside. Use the gains to upgrade again. That playbook just got rewritten. On 8 May 2026, Minister for National Development Chee Hong Tat unveiled the most significant overhaul of the EC scheme since 2013. Three changes. All point

A straight-talking framework for Singapore buyers weighing resale vs new launch in 2026. Which 3–4 of the 8 PrimeKey factors matter for your buyer profile, when a new launch wins, when resale wins, and how to decide.

Making the jump from HDB to private property is one of the biggest financial decisions most Singaporeans face. Here's what you actually need to know — from affordability checks to the exact steps on completion day.

What's actually happening in Singapore's property market right now? Jimmy and Lissa share their ground-level read across private resale, HDB, new launches, and luxury properties — plus a Q2 2026 outlook.

Most agents list your property as it stands. JLT Realtors doesn't. From termite checks and marble polishing to waterproofing rectification and contractor-rate improvements — we prepare your home to achieve its best possible price. Plus: our exclusive JLT Prestige Circle approach for properties above $5 million.

Before Lissa became a property agent, she spent 25 years running construction projects, costing materials, and managing building developments. That background means one thing for her clients: she can tell you what a property is really worth — structurally, financially, and long before you sign anything.

When buying a resale condo in Singapore, many property agents focus on price and location. Few, however, can offer insights into the building’s actual condition and future maintenance costs. This knowledge gap can lead to unexpected expenses after you move in. Having an agent with construction experience changes the game. They can spot hidden issues that affect the condo’s true value and help you avoid costly mistakes. why-a-property-agent-with-construction-experience-can-sav