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18 Apr

iProperty.com EXPO April 20 to 22, 2012 at Marina Bay Sands Expo Centre Hall A

Fourth signature iProperty.com EXPO returns in April with exciting residential and commercial real estate investment opportunities

Complementary seminars open for investors and agents to gain insightful tips and advice

iProperty.com Singapore – the country’s No.1 property website – proudly presents the iProperty.com EXPO | International Property Expo. Held from Friday, 20 April to Sunday, 22 April 2012 at the Marina Bay Sands, Expo & Convention Centre, Hall A, the event will feature prominent international properties, prestigious property brands and exciting real estate opportunities under one roof.

Property investors and agents from around the region and beyond can benefit from a host of insightful seminars at the fourth signature iProperty.com EXPO, where renowned international property leaders will share tips on investing wisely, provide advice on buying overseas property and more. There are also exciting booths showcasing the latest property developments and investment opportunities in Malaysia, Australia, Thailand and the United States. In addition, visitors can have a chance to win over S$15,000 worth of lucky draw prizes at the EXPO.

“iProperty.com strives to help property buyers make informed choices when it comes to buying property. With the return of the EXPO, we are glad to help investors be in the know about the latest overseas property opportunities, and empower them with data, intelligence and insights that allow them to make the most out of the risks and opportunities that are present in this current state of global economic uncertainty,” says Shaun Di Gregorio, CEO of the iProperty Group, the No.1 online property network across Asia.

PRIZED PROPERTY DEVELOPMENTS

The iProperty.com EXPO International Collection will feature attractive offerings for those with a keen interest in the latest developments in property investment:

Leading international brands will be present for consultation, such as LCI Investment, CTL Group and Executive Directions from Singapore, as well as Mah Sing Properties, Elite Forward andDijaya Corporation from Malaysia.

A host of exciting international developments will be on offer, including attractive rebates and promotions, including:

  • Malaysia: M City (5% rebates, Free legal fees & disbursement for Sale & Purchase Agreement and Deed, etc) and A-Suites Serviced Residence in Taman Austin Perdana, Johor (Low down payment starting from RM4,800, no progressive interest for 3 years, etc).
  • Australia: 60 View St, Pascoe Vale, Victoria, Australia (One-year rental guarantee; free legal fees)
  • Thailand: Circle Condominium, Bangkok (Free 1st year maintenance fee, fully furnished, etc)

For more details on special rebates, please go to: http://edm.iproperty.com/sg/expo-april-2012-key-property-exhibitors/

FREE-TO-ATTEND PROPERTY SEMINARS

In addition, property agents and investors can look forward to free seminars, talks and forums featuring property experts who will share insights on property investments, and provide an in-depth analysis of the property market outlook both in and outside Singapore:

  • With the introduction of the Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty (ABSD) last year as a measure to help cool the local property market, investors are increasingly worried about how this will affect their rental yield.  In his seminar Is Your Rental Income Secure? on 21 April, 5pm to 6pm, Alfred Chia, CEO of SingCapital, will examine the implications of ABSD to the real estate market, and provide tips for investors to secure and safeguard their rental income.
  • Well-known property expert Mohamed Ismail Gafoor, CEO of PropNex Realty, will share incisive insights and predictions useful for investors and the public at large, in his seminarProperty Market in 2012 on 22 April, 2.30pm to 3.30pm.
  • Those who are keen to venture slightly further afield will find the seminar How to build Cash Flow with UK Alternative
    Investment?      by Danny Lim, CEO of Property Barons, highly informative. On 21 April, 5pm to 6pm, Danny Lim will share tips on how invest in UK properties with as little as £3,750, and explore other lucrative investment options available in the UK.
  • Moving away from residential property, David Poh, CEO of Asia Management & Wisdom, will share why he considers commercial/industrial real estate investment to be the star performer of 2012. In the seminar How to Make Money from Commercial & Industrial Real Estate Investment on 20 April, 6pm to 7pm, he will teach agents how to acquire specialized skills and knowledge required to succeed in this field.

The iProperty.com EXPO | International Property Expo will take place over the weekend from Friday, 20 April to Sunday, 22 April 2012, 11am to 8pm, at Marina Bay Sands, Expo & Convention Centre, Hall A.

For more information and to register, please visit http://expo.iproperty.com.

 

19 Mar

Let’s Meet, Spot, Snap and WIN with Howard!

“From the Peaks to the Valleys, Know where gems can be discovered. From the North to the South, We’ve got Singapore covered.”

Does this poem sound or look familiar? Have you seen this at any particular train station? Have you seen our new mascot? You must be wondering by now what this is all about!

Meet Howard, our newest addition to the iProperty.com family!

Spot Howard Facebook Photo Contest

Follow Howard, as he endeavours to let you Be iN the Know with the latest property insights and hottest property news!

We’re excited to introduce Howard, and to celebrate that, we’ll like to share our joy with you!

What that means for you is that you can stand a chance to win S$100 worth of cash weekly just by following 3 simple steps!

Step 1: SPOT Howard, and SNAP a picture together! (that’s simple)

Step 2: LIKE our Facebook page! (just 1 click)

Step 3: Post your picture under “Spot Howard”on our Facebook page! (and you’re done)

You will then stand a chance to be one of the lucky winners of $100 cash weekly!

What you then need to do is to look out for your email (if you are one of the lucky weekly winner) to be informed on details to collect your prize!

For more details on this exciting contest, hop on down to our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ipropertysg!

We want you to be one of our winners! So join us in this photo contest!

Keep those pictures coming! We’re waiting!

16 Mar

iProperty.com Singapore on TODAY Newspapers – How to Read a QR Code

Have you seen iProperty.com Singapore’s property classified ads on TODAY, the nation’s most-read free newspaper? If you have not, grab your copy every Friday before you head to work for the morning edition, or when you are heading out to lunch for the afternoon edition.

If you didn’t get your hands on one of the 300,000 copies in the MRT stations, below your condominium or landed property, in selected petrol kiosks and convenience stores, fret not! We’ve made it easy for you with a downloadable version. Download a copy now before you head out house-hunting over the weekend.

You must wondering what that black little square at the corner of each property classified ad is. It’s called a QR Code (or Quick Response Code).  It is a type of matrix barcode, which can direct you to virtually any type of data – and of course, websites.

For smartphone users, the reading and scanning of the QR code is made simple, fast and convenient. Below are some suggested free iPhone, iPad and Android apps that can help you to read those codes we have included to make your property search seamless and easy. Simply launch the app, hold your phone camera over the QR code and see these apps go to work!

iPhone & iPad

QR Reader for iPhone

Auto-detect scanning. Simply hold and point. You can even share the results of the QR scan on Facebook, Twitter or FourSquare. Gone are the days when you have to remember long URLs. 

Android Phones & Tablets

QR Droid

Similar to QR Reader for iPhone, this app allows your Android camera to scan the code before giving you a preview of the webpage. You can also share across social media channels.

 Enjoy! And good luck with the house-hunting this weekend!

19 Jan

iProperty.com Singapore’s Growth in Year 2011 [INFOGRAPHIC]

8 Dec

This Christmas, win great prizes and have good times with iProperty.com.sg

This is the time of the year when every mall is buzzing with Christmas carols, huge Christmas trees loaded with glittering décor & lights and all popular streets are filled with scents of mulled wine and gingerbread. Creating environs of celebration, goodies and gifts, Christmas always uplifts my spirits and I want to shop, bake cakes, decorate my house and have a nice time with my family. I am sure this feeling is mutual for most of us.

iProperty.com.sg wants to add more for you, this Christmas. We bring an opportunity for you to win some great dining experiences and have good times with your loved ones.What we want you to do is share with us some nice Christmassy moments spent at your home and win free dining at some of the best restaurants serving scrumptious European, Indian and Seafood cuisines.

Don’t get taxed, no need to run around and do 10 odd things to participate. Only 2 simple steps:

Step 1: Take a photo while preparing for Christmas. It can be a Christmas delicacy cooked at home, Christmas-themed corner or a Christmas tree decorated at your home. You and your family can also be a part of it.
Step 2: Send it to us at sg.marketing@iproperty.com by December 20.

And you are done! After you submit, here is how it goes

1. We shortlist the ‘Best 15’ from all submissions.
2. These ‘Best 15’ photos will be uploaded to our Facebook Page on December 21.
3. We invite all our Facebook fans to ‘like’ their favourite picture. The photos with the most “likes” will win prizes.
4. The contest closes on 6pm on December 24.
5. Names of the winners will be disclosed on December 25 on our Facebook Page.

In partnership with OpenRice.com, the prizes to be won are:

• 2xSet Brunch (for 4 pax) and 3xSet Brunch (for 2pax) at Ardent’s
• 3xFood Vouchers from Red House Seafood worth S$200 each
• 2xFood Vouchers from The Song of India worth S$100 each

So now you know, it is easy to participate, easier to win and fabulous to relish the scrumptious food with your family.

For more details on the contest, please click here.

23 Sep

Write • Share • Win

iProperty.com.sg brings you the excitement of winning rewards for sharing your love

Human psychology. We all need appreciation and acknowledgement for the good work that we’ve put in at work, or for loving our family and friends. When it’s two way flow of love and appreciation, it feels more fulfilling and motivates us to do even better.

Affection is a crucial ingredient in personal relations, and this truth endures in our relations with you. You, for whom we provide services, news and property listings. You, for whom we strive to be even better in what we do.

At iProperty.com Singapore, we would love to hear more from you, our friends, consumers, readers and visitors. What do you like about us? How did we help you find your dream homes or that ideal shop space? 

Why do we need to know this? It’s not to stroke the ego. We believe that it is imperative for us to know what you like about us, and strive to do more of these good stuff.

How can you write us to share these good stuff?

Very simple! You just need to let us know how iProperty.com.sg has helped you in finding your dream property and what you like about us. Briefly, within 300 words, share with us how iProperty.com.sg has helped you find your property, or what you like about us. Send this via email to pooja.singh@iproperty.com before October 2, 2011 with your name, contact number and mailing address.

And how we express our appreciation for you when you share with us? With much pleasure, we’ll reward you with a Takashimaya voucher worth S$20. Best 20 entries will receive this free gift…with love. Have fun shopping!

So, what are you waiting for? Love and get loved…works everywhere.

12 Sep

iProperty Group at AppsWorld Asia 2011 – Mobile Apps Strategy & Product Development

iProperty.com Singapore presented at the AppsWorld Asia 2011 on 2 September at Suntec City Convention Centre. Our Country Manager, Glenn Thompson and myself shared with marketers, apps developers, content managers and social media specialists on iProperty Group‘s strategic perspective on mobile apps and product development, and how this has helped you, our dear consumers, and our agent customers to achieve more, and make your life easier.

Here’s a look into our mobile’s present and near future. Mobile is not the future. It is NOW.

View more presentations from Michael Ong

13 Jul

An Introduction to Shaun Di Gregorio

Welcome to my very first CEO Blog Post!

Firstly, thank you for browsing through our website and for dropping in to read this. We hope that you have found the information on our site beneficial and helpful in your search for your desired property.

Being the Chief Executive Officer of iProperty.com Group is a big task and one that is filled with meetings, trips and other day-to-day commitments that it is sometimes hard to take time to chat with you, our agents and consumers. Via this blog, I am now not only able to speak to you but also hear what you have to say and hopefully via your comments, we are able to serve your needs better.

Without your continuous support, iProperty.com would not be where it is today. So THANK YOU and we look forward to more fruitful years to come.

So what better way to start off my first entry than to give you a brief introduction on who I am! When I first joined the team, I was asked the following questions and I thought it would be apt to share it with you too.

1. What inspires you?

Challenges inspire me. It gives me the opportunity to test my boundaries and also the chance to fulfil an untapped potential. I firmly believe that everyone should throw a challenge at themselves and see how they can achieve it. Someone once said that ‘Challenges will make you discover things about yourself that you never really knew. They’re what make you go beyond the norm’ and this very true.

2. What do you love about Singapore?

It is so easy to get around in Singapore. The airport is just amazing – efficient, spacious, clean and stress-free, especially when I am always transiting between the different countries that iProperty.com operates in. The other thing that I love about Singapore (and Malaysia!) is that no matter what time of the day, you can always get food!

3. What do you think of chilli crabs?

Not the usual way that you will have crabs done in Australia, chilli crabs are simply delicious! The Singapore team ordered the mantuo (mini pan-fried buns), and I recalled dipping into the sauce and discovering a whole new taste. I’m looking forward to tasting the other versions of this dish – pepper, butter, salted egg and claypot beehoon, you name it.

4. Which country do you come from?

I come from the land down under, Melbourne, Australia.

5. Are you married?

Yes, I am married to a gorgeous and great Irish woman from Ireland. We have two beautiful girls. My eldest daughter is almost three years old and my youngest, born on Father’s Day this year, is only a few weeks old.

6. How do you juggle your time between family and work?

Well, as any parent would tell you, being a parent is certainly not easy. It’s challenging but also very rewarding. Nothing brightens up my day more than receiving a nice warm cuddly hug and also a loving smile from my daughters. My wife is a full time stay-at-home-mum so the kids get undivided attention from her.

Juggling time between work and family is not easy but I believe, like everything in life, we need to find a balance.

7. What do you hope to achieve in the next 5 years?

My greatest aspiration would be to take iProperty.com Group to greater heights, and to tap into new markets not just in Singapore, but all around the region. This is all with the aim of making property search easy, convenient and assessable to all.

8. What do you think about the Singapore property market?

On a monthly basis, on the iProperty.com.sg website, there are more than 700,000 unique visitors looking through our site to find their ideal home or to keep themselves updated with the latest property news. This is a clear indication that the Singapore property market is in high demand and very buoyant. Property is almost a lifestyle in Singapore. Every Singaporean, in one way or another, is thinking about buying or selling property, talking about housing measures, searching for an ideal home or investing in property.

I foresee that with Singapore property prices at a high, many home buyers are just focused on finding affordable homes and this will remain a key concern for them till HDB makes up for the shortfall in supply of public housing. Some buyers will also continue to pay top dollar for HDB flats in popular mature estates. On the private property front, price growth has slowed down and we can tell more about private property prices when Minister Khaw Boon Wan announces the next round of housing measures.

9. What makes iProperty.com.sg different from other property websites?

We are unique in more ways than one, which makes us the leading property website in the country. But what makes us stand out from our competitors is our continuous strive to introduce highly innovative products that will make property search easy and quick no matter where you are. We are able to do this by understanding the needs of our customers and consumers. It’s by understanding that we are able to ensure that our website is fully equipped with the information you desire.

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