Asian Real Estate Investments

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Aside from flexible payment scheme for developers, I wonder if the SG government has thought of "theming" Marina Bay and providing incentives direct to companies. #realestate #singapore - Lyndon from Bookmarklet

Totally agree with this strategy but why only China. I think Jollibee should seriously consider other Asian countries for its expansion. Its brand is strong enough to be exported. - Lyndon from Bookmarklet

The myriad of business taxes now in the Philippines actually discourages competition and innovation. E.g. if taxes for cinemas are lowered, more operators may step up to offer alternatives to customers. In the end, this is better for everybody, including the government. - Lyndon from Bookmarklet

By all means, SG developers should be taking advantage now and launch projects for sale. But buyers beware...rosy situations don't last...think the effect of gravity. - Lyndon from Bookmarklet

Good dividend income play but lack growth potential. Current yield and an oversupplied market preclude any accretive asset purchase - Lyndon from Bookmarklet

Another way to look at this is that a market bubble seems to be forming. Sub-sales are classic signs. - Lyndon from Bookmarklet

A very exciting and long-term collaboration ahead for Singapore and the Guangzhou government. These projects are being replicated all over China now and is one of the country's driver to attract investments. - Lyndon from Bookmarklet

Makes sense to open SM malls in rail stations. They will provide natural shoppers' traffic to the malls. But IMAX screens in Taguig and Cebu? Is there really a market? Won't ticket prices be much more expensive? I think a good multiplex with modern amenities is enough in these places. #shoppingmall #SMPrime #IMAX #retail #realestate #philippines #manila - Lyndon from Bookmarklet

Ok but is Fort Boni really a good alternative. I know rents are cheaper but what about public transport? How can employees get in and out of Fort Boni easily and efficiently? Surely, companies should consider this. #fortbonifacio #philippines #manila #makati #CBD #realestate #property #office - Lyndon from Bookmarklet

Very good article and analysis of the current status of the Singapore and world economy. I think everyone should read this. #economy #singapore #worldeconomy #investments - Lyndon from Bookmarklet

A novel scheme to help retailers or would-be retailers in its new mall. Question is: Will they bite? #shoppingmall #retail #realestate #property #singapore - Lyndon from Bookmarklet

Question here is, how recent is the valuation given? Is it by a known and trusted real estate valuer? What is the method of valuation used? One cannot just compare Tangs to ION Orchard when underlying rents or business structure may be different. #retail #shoppingmall #realestate #investment #property - Lyndon from Bookmarklet

Can somebody explain to me why speculators are in the market? Do they know something which I don't? Isn't Singapore still in recession? Maybe they just need to "park" their money somewhere? Fundamentally, all these still do not make sense to me. #singapore #condo #realestate #property #investment - Lyndon from Bookmarklet

Are all these fees necessary? Even if they are, are these fees new to locators, PEZA-accredited companies? These fees should have been communicated from the beginning. #realestate #peza #philippines #taguig #fortbonifacio #bpo - Lyndon from Bookmarklet

I don't think one can get 70-80% financing now. Highest probably 55-60%. More equity is then required. Agree with Ms. Sai that these are potentially good long-term investments. #shophouses #singapore #realestate #property - Lyndon from Bookmarklet