The history of multi-ownership in buildings has been widely debated. Some trace it back to Roman times, while others believe it began in 1725 in England with the “flying freehold” concept, where one part of a freehold property overlaps another. It was only in 1961 that the Australians started the strata ownership—a system allowing ownership Read more about Harmonious Strata Living- Our Achievement to celebrate SG60[…]
What if you could be part of a bold vision? What if you could help shape the future of an industry? What if you could lead, inspire and be rewarded for your expertise? We are entering an exciting phase of growth and transformation. With new projects, bigger opportunities, we are not just growing—we are reshaping Read more about A New Chapter Begins – Be Part of Our Story![…]
A group of eager trainees embarked on a two-day journey into the world of Condo Management. Each trainee arrived with a unique purpose—some to advance their careers, others to deepen their understanding of Condo Management and a few driven by sheer curiosity. Yet, they all shared one common goal: the desire to learn. They immersed Read more about Learning Today, Leading Tomorrow[…]
Repairs for a condo were done, cleaning services were visible and the management team provided reports. But no one questioned them. Then, a fire broke out at the basement. The sprinkler system (a network of pipes installed at the ceiling to release water automatically to extinguish a fire) did work. But the fire alarm failed Read more about Why Condo Maintenance Audits Matter?[…]
In 1978, I failed my English exam in secondary school—a moment etched in memory, fueling my resolve. It wasn’t until 1984 that I decided to truly master English writing. Knowing that I could not succeed alone, I enrolled in night classes in May that year. I aimed to conquer the General Paper, English writing that Read more about Be the future of condo management[…]
Imagine the rhythmic beat of drums, the clash of cymbals and the vibrant movements of a lion and a dragon weaving through your condo. This is a time-honoured tradition that brings blessings, unity and energy to the community of Cairnhill Plaza during the Chinese New Year. Lion and dragon dances are deeply rooted in Chinese Read more about A Roaring Start to the Year of the Snake[…]
My first day reporting for work at a condo was filled with a mix of excitement and fear. In the first six months, I often felt lost. Legal terminology in laws seemed hard to comprehend. Writing minutes under tight deadlines left me drained. Inspections were exhausting, often uncovering issues requiring immediate solutions. Dealing with residents, Read more about Shape Up or Ship Out![…]
After serving his National Service, Shawn met a pivotal moment in his career. His doctor parents hoped he would save lives. His lawyer friend, Alex wanted to see him in the courtrooms and his engineer cousin, Natalie painted a future of ground-breaking projects. None of these felt right for Shawn. During a talk, his mentor, Read more about From doubts to building thriving communities.[…]
At an upscale condo, residents enjoyed the peace and tranquillity that the condo offered. Then a unit on the fifth floor began renovation. Jack hammers shattered the peace and drills echoed through the walls. Residents found themselves bombarded with noise from morning till evening. By the second day, a line of angry residents had formed outside Read more about A Quiet Place 2024[…]
After completing my National Service in 1984, I received two offers: to be an Engineering Assistant at an engineering firm or to be a Property Executive at a property consultancy firm. I chose the latter because that latter firm paid me $50 more per month. That $50 to me then was a large sum. Not Read more about Jack all trades, master of none?[…]