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What is Bishan

Bishan is a planning area and matured residential town in Singapore's Central Region. It covers 7.62 km², has a population of 87,930, and includes subzones like Upper Thomson and Marymount. Housing includes HDB flats, condos, and landed properties. Amenities include shopping malls, MRT stations, and recreational facilities.
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What is the average age of 3-room HDB in Geylang

The average age of a 3-room HDB flat in Geylang is around 40 to 50 years, as many were built in the 1970s and 1980s.
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How is the GST calculated for the commercial portion

GST is calculated by subtracting the GST input tax ($90,000) from the GST output tax ($99,000) when a shop lot is sold. In this example, John pays $9,000 GST to IRAS after selling the shop unit for $1.1 million, having bought it for $1 million.
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Kindly help in the planning of a HDB BTO purchase for 2031

To plan for a HDB BTO purchase in 2031, ensure you: - Are at least 21 years old. - Do not own or have sold private property in the last 30 months. - Have not received more than one housing subsidy. - Meet income ceiling: $14,000 (4-room+), $7,000 (3-room/2-room Flexi). - Fulfill eligibility: Fiance/Fiancee, Married couples, Single, Joint Singles, Non-resident spouse, Orphaned siblings.
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What is the standard security deposit for a one-year lease on a condo

The standard security deposit for a one-year lease on a condo is typically one month's rent.
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Where can I catch butterfly

For butterfly habitats near residential properties, consider areas like Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park, Jurong Lake Gardens, Bukit Gombak Park, Tampines Changkat Butterfly Garden, and Bukit Panjang Butterfly Garden.
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Is it normal for a property agent to give a discount on agent fees if they are buying and selling at the same time

In Singapore, property agents cannot represent both buyer and seller in the same transaction. Agents can negotiate their commission fee, and may offer discounts if handling both the sale of a client's property and the purchase of a new one. Transparency and adherence to CEA regulations are crucial.
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How to estimate distance

To estimate distance, you can use a map with scale, online tools like Google Maps, pacing by counting steps and multiplying by step length, GPS devices, or known distances between landmarks.
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New home sales volume

In Q1 2025, Singapore's new home sales volume was 3,565 units, a 3.7% decline from Q4 2024's 3,702 units. January alone saw 1,083 units sold, indicating a strong start. Predictions for 2025 estimate 7,000 to 9,000 new home sales, excluding Executive Condominiums.
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Can NTC holders with permits be registered in HDB

NTC holders are not eligible for renting HDB flats. Only Singapore Citizens, Singapore Permanent Residents, and non-citizens with specific passes are eligible.
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