The Business Times Podcasts S1E51: Is it better investing in commercial property instead of residential property?
Examine the state of play and outlook in private housing, office property and retail spaces.
In this episode of PropertyBT, host Leslie Yee chats with Realion’s head honcho Desmond Sim.
We look at what to consider when choosing whether to invest in private homes, office property or retail spaces. Also, get frank views on whether new retail entrepreneurs are fairly treated by landlords. And see what lies ahead for new boy Realion.
Synopsis: Hosted by senior correspondent Leslie Yee, PropertyBT from The Business Times shares insights on all things Singapore property to help you on your property investment journey. Episodes feature views and insights from property analysts.
Highlights of the podcast:
00:57 Outlook for private housing
03:21 State of play in office property
07:40 Where should an investor put his money
12:30 Are small retailers being fairly treated?
Read Leslie’s article:
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Written and hosted by: Leslie Yee (lyee@sph.com.sg)
With Desmond Sim, group CEO, Realion Group
Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro
Produced by: Leslie Yee, Emily Liu & Chai Pei Chieh
A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media
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