Buying property is a bit like dating: timing the market is hard, but "time in" it, understanding its "master plan," and ditching the HDB for an EC, can lead to a long-term, profitable relationship. Howie Lim gets insights from Eugene Lim, key executive officer of ERA.

Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips.

Highlights:

02:06 Timing vs time in

04:34 Understanding the master plan

07:11 Up and coming locations to consider

11:38 Tips of HDB upgraders

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Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg)

With Eugene Lim, key executive officer, ERA

Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro

Produced by: Howie Lim & Chai Pei Chieh

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S1E232: Smart property moves: Time in, not timing

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S1E232: Smart property moves: Time in, not timing