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Elaine Tan - Singapore Real Estate Advisor Singapore Property Agent | Sales & Landlord Leasing | Bukit Timah • Central SG Districts 9, 10, 11

08/10/2026

For Singapore landlords, the question is not only: “Is my property still rented?”
It is also: “Is this still the best use of my capital?”

A property may still be generating rental income, appreciating in value and attracting tenants — yet no longer be the strongest fit for your current investment goals. It may be worth reviewing whether your current investment property is still working hard enough for you.

07/10/2026

The highest rent is not always the best deal.

When I help Singapore landlords assess a prospective tenant, I look beyond the offer price.

For landlords with investment properties:
Rent matters. But so does who you will be dealing with for the next two years.

29/09/2026

Singapore landlords: clarify these small details before your tenant moves in.
Many landlord–tenant disagreements don’t start with major problems. Small inconveniences, can create unnecessary frustration — and sometimes affect an otherwise good landlord–tenant relationship.

17/09/2026

Singapore landlord tenant court case 2026: can a tenant claim compensation when water leakage damages expensive belongings?
In [2026] SGDC 280, repeated water seepage in a Singapore rental property led to claims involving luxury watches, jewellery and an Hermès bag.
One claim involved more than $42,000 in alleged loss in value relating to a Richard Mille watch.
The court found that the landlord was responsible for important water-seepage issues — but the tenant still had to prove that the leak actually caused each loss claimed.
For most of the luxury-item claims, the evidence was insufficient. The court awarded $1,000 for damaged packaging relating to two watches, while also awarding compensation for loss of use and enjoyment of parts of the property.
The takeaway for Singapore landlords and tenants:
A defect may be the landlord’s responsibility, but the tenant must still prove the actual loss caused.
Landlords: investigate serious leaks promptly and document repairs.
Tenants: report problems early and keep photos, timelines, receipts and valuations.
In rental disputes, what matters is not only what happened — but what you can prove.

17/09/2026

Singapore landlord tenant court case 2026: can a tenant claim compensation when water leakage damages expensive belongings?

In [2026] SGDC 280, repeated water seepage in a Singapore rental property led to claims involving luxury watches, jewellery and bag.
One claim involved more than $42,000 in alleged loss in value relating to a Richard Mille watch.

The court found that the landlord was responsible for important water-seepage issues — but the tenant still had to prove that the leak actually caused each loss claimed.

For most of the luxury-item claims, the evidence was insufficient. The court awarded $1,000 for damaged packaging relating to two watches, while also awarding compensation for loss of use and enjoyment of parts of the property.

The takeaway for Singapore landlords and tenants: A defect may be the landlord’s responsibility, but the tenant must still prove the actual loss caused.

Landlords: investigate serious leaks promptly and document repairs.

Tenants: report problems early and keep photos, timelines, receipts and valuations.
In rental disputes, what matters is not only what happened — but what you can prove.

15/09/2026

2-STOREY + ATTIC DETACHED HOME WITH POOL AT MERRYN ROAD FOR RENT

• Spacious detached home in a quiet landed enclave in prime District 11

• Private pool for family recreation

• 5 bedrooms + helper’s room + large attic + balconies

•All bedrooms with ceiling fans

Newly adjusted price $15,000

15/09/2026

Rare redevelopment opportunity on a regular, flat land parcel with approximately 13m frontage.

The existing largish-sized semi-detached house is located within a 2-storey envelope mixed landed zoning. This site offers good redevelopment potential for a detached house.

The property is tucked away from the bustle of the main road, yet only about 5 minutes’ walk away, offering convenient access to public transportation while retaining a quieter landed environment.

Excellent Location:

Located within the much-loved Serangoon Gardens landed enclave, this property enjoys the distinctive charm of one of Singapore’s most established residential neighbourhoods. A mature estate with character, one enjoys a good blend of tranquillity and vibrancy. Within minutes to famous food and dining hub around Serangoon Garden Circus.

Key Highlights:

Land: Approx. 5,745 sq ft
Built-up: Approx. 5,000 sq ft
Frontage: Approx. 13m
Regular, flat land
Currently 2 storeys with huge garden space
Condition: Ideal for A&A/ Rebuild

15/09/2026

Singapore Landlord-Tenant Dispute: Who pays when the tenant didn’t cause the damage?

In this 2026 Singapore Small Claims Tribunals case, a tenant failed to report warning signs of a termite infestation during the tenancy.

After the lease ended, the landlord discovered extensive damage to the parquet flooring and withheld the full $11,200 security deposit.

The interesting part? Could the landlord withold the security deposit?

The Tribunal did not find that the tenant caused the termite infestation. However, it found that the tenant should have reported the abnormal deterioration earlier, and assessed $1,000 of the eventual damage as attributable to the delay in reporting.

The landlord therefore could only retain $1000 of the $11,200 deposit she originally "forfeited"

📌 Case: [2026] SGSCT 21
📌 Topic: Singapore landlord-tenant dispute

11/09/2026

What a well-positioned Bukit Timah rental looks like...

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