
122# NOTG New Launch Ballot Luck, Comparison With Resale & Market Fear Explained
Is 2025 really the best time to buy property—or the worst? In this episode, Alfred, Jesley, and Yu Rong from PropertyLimBrothers break down what’s driving buying behaviour this year, from the truth behind ballot “luck” to how entry price can make or break your returns. They revisit the MOAT strategy and explain why picking the right project, price, and unit matters more than ever in today’s unpredictable market.
They also weigh in on how global factors like US tariffs, equity pullbacks, and crypto swings are outlining local sentiment—and how savvy buyers can turn fear into opportunity. Stuck between new launch and resale options or rethinking your timing? Watch on to learn how to buy with confidence by reading real market signals.
00:00 Intro00:41 New launches are all luck03:30 Changing your luck05:18 MOAT Analysis 11 Factors08:08 Most important factor for resale investment properties15:46 Picking a resale private property16:30 US tariffs will affect the real estate market23:56 Using fears to negotiate29:58 Growth of real estate market33:30 Closing words37:40 Outtakes
NOTG - Nuggets on the Go by PropertyLimBrothers
Bite-sized nuggets of real estate information by Melvin Lim from PropertyLimBrothers, PLB! Popularised as one of the go-to Singapore podcasts on Spotify, we cover everything from tips and advice, facts, and know-hows on buying, selling, and investing in properties in Singapore.