Money Hacks Ep 69: Is 2020 the year for savvier DIY property hunters and sellers?

9:54 min

Synopsis: In this fortnightly podcast series on Mondays, The Business Times breaks down actionable financial tips.

This episode is aimed at younger and savvier homeowners and buyers who want to explore "DIY" property transactions and save some money.

In this episode, Chris Lim hosts Lewis Ng, chief commercial officer of Carousell, who breaks down property trends for new homeowners in 2020.

1. Is there a growing preference for do-it-yourself (DIY) property listings - directly done by homeowners? (1:40)

2. What are the cost savings to be enjoyed with DIY platforms? (2:48)

3. Property shopping and buying 101: Understand your finances, speak to a bank to explore your affordability, explore agent fees or a DIY approach, public and private housing options, know income ceilings for public housing (4:01)

4. Do you also need a longer-term mindset when buying your preferred property? Check URA master plans for the area (7:26)

Produced by: Chris Lim and Ernest Luis

Edited by: Adam Azlee

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Do note: Any financial or investment information in this podcast is for use in Singapore only and is intended to be for your general information. Any particular investment or decision should only be made after consulting with a fully qualified financial adviser.

Thank you for your support! ST & BT Podcasts picked up a silver medal for Best Digital Project to engage younger and/or millennial audiences at 2019 Asian Digital Media Awards by Wan-Ifra: https://str.sg/Jw5T

Money Hacks Ep 69: Is 2020 the year for savvier DIY property hunters and sellers?
9:54 min
Synopsis: In this fortnightly podcast series on Mondays,&nbsp;The Business Times&nbsp;breaks down actionable financial tips.
This episode is aimed at younger and savvier homeowners and buyers who want to explore "DIY" property transactions and save some money.
In this episode, Chris Lim hosts Lewis Ng, chief commercial officer of Carousell, who breaks down property trends for new homeowners in 2020.
1. Is there a growing preference for do-it-yourself (DIY) property listings - directly done by homeowners? (1:40)
2. What are the cost savings to be enjoyed with DIY platforms? (2:48)
3. Property shopping and buying 101: Understand your finances, speak to a bank to explore your affordability, explore agent fees or a DIY approach, public and private housing options, know income ceilings for public housing (4:01)
4. Do you also need a longer-term mindset when buying your preferred property? Check URA master plans for the area (7:26)
Produced by: Chris Lim and Ernest Luis
Edited by: Adam Azlee
Discover Money Hacks Podcast fortnightly on Mondays and rate us on:
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Feedback to:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:podcast@sph.com.sg">podcast@sph.com.sg</a>
Do note: Any financial or investment information in this podcast is for use in Singapore only and is intended to be for your general information. Any particular investment or decision should only be made after consulting with a fully qualified financial adviser.
Thank you for your support! ST &amp; BT Podcasts picked up a silver medal for Best Digital Project to engage younger and/or millennial audiences at 2019 Asian Digital Media Awards by Wan-Ifra:&nbsp;<a href="https://str.sg/Jw5T" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://str.sg/Jw5T&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1586342154915000&amp;usg=AFQjCNGrhbcT4sL48aynVV6yiH4eh1mGQg">https://str.sg/Jw5T</a>

Synopsis: Our ALL-IN-ONE channel showcases our discussions on Singapore youth perspectives and social issues, geopolitics through an Asian lens, health, climate change, money, career, sports, pop culture and music. 

Follow our shows on your favourite audio apps Apple Podcasts, Spotify or even ST's app, which has a dedicated podcast player section.

Produced by podcast editor Ernest Luis & The Straits Times, SPH Media Trust.

Synopsis: Our ALL-IN-ONE channel showcases our discussions on Singapore youth perspectives and social issues, geopolitics through an Asian lens, health, climate change, money, career, sports, pop culture and music. 
Follow our shows on your favourite audio apps Apple Podcasts, Spotify or even ST's app, which has a dedicated podcast player section.
Produced by podcast editor Ernest Luis &amp; The Straits Times, SPH Media Trust.

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