You know what we always say – there is no place like home. It is our sanctuary, after all. We have invested significant time, effort and money into building our dream homes, so we naturally want everything to be perfect. But recent cases of incidents at home – from exploding tiles to shattering glass, home…
Your home is one of the most expensive things you will ever buy and also where you store your most precious worldly belongings, so it makes sense to protect it. However, many people think fire insurance offers their home adequate protection. That could not be farther from the truth, as fire insurance is intended to…
There are several reasons why you might need to get your home appraised in order to determine its value. If you are buying or selling property, getting an accurate price estimate can prevent you from getting ripped off or shortchanged. This is particularly important if you are trying to buy or sell without the help…
Transforming a property into your dream home is no easy feat, and many homeowners spend tens or even hundreds of thousands on renovations. Save money by trying these five DIY home renovations. Construct and upcycle your own furniture You don’t need to spend a fortune on brand new furniture. One easy option is to…
In the lead up to your next overseas trip, it’s likely that you will be preoccupied with trip planning. There’ll be packing to do, itineraries to plan and currencies to exchange. But it’s a mistake to leave without giving some thought to keeping your home in Singapore safe when you’re gone. Here are some ways…
So you’ve bought a home and are now ready to transform it into your dream home. Doing research on interiors that inspire you and hiring interior designers or contractors to overhaul your space can be exciting, but also expensive. Before you begin renovations, here are five tips and tricks that can save you from regrets…
With the promise of good design, expensive materials and quality craftsmanship, luxury and branded goods do not come cheap. However, costly as Gucci, Prada, Hermes, and Louboutins may be, not every piece needs to be covered against theft, loss or damage. Here’s what you should consider Pros and Cons of Insuring Your Branded Possessions There’s…
Fires are thankfully rare in Singapore; but still, the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) responded to 2,818 fires last year. It’s quite clear that house fires are a real threat; and in fact, one of the fire fatalities last year was from a residential unit (Hume Avenue). Here are some of the painful lessons in…
Buying a new home is a complex process, and involves plenty of form-filling, credit requests, and loan comparisons. In the midst of all the bureaucracy, it’s easy to forget about insurance. As your home is the most expensive thing you’ll probably buy, don’t forget to protect it with the right policies. Here’s what most new…
Singaporeans are lucky enough to live in a safe geographic location. We don’t face typhoons, earthquakes, or tsunamis. Unfortunately, that makes us more than a little complacent about home insurance. And when these unexpected disasters strike, they strike hard. Here’s what many of us don’t realize: The fire is bad, but what comes after is…
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