How viable is the property ladder in Singapore today? Experts weigh in on affordability, transitioning between HDB and private properties, and relying on property for retirement.

In a recent Alternative Budget Discussion, Dean's Chair Associate Professor Lee Kwan Ok from NUS Business School, real estate consultant Nicholas Huang, Dawn SGBudgetBabe and Rakaesh TFC Host dive into the complex issues facing Singapore's housing landscape.

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They address questions around whether public housing is still affordable given rising prices, if moving from HDB to private property remains a realistic goal, and if property investments can form the core of retirement planning.

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Emphasis was made on trade-offs based on priorities and needs, the importance of diversification, and how policies aim to keep options open. Overall, while prices increase, Singapore remains affordable compared to the rest of the world through compromises. Property may still play an important long-term role when balanced with other assets.

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Tune in to gain insights on navigating the property ladder from these guests and learn how your housing and investment strategies can evolve with the changing market.

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