I’ve always been fascinated by personal journeys and experiences, which is why I decided to start sharing my own.
My journey into real estate began with a chance encounter—reading Kam Choo Choo’s blog inspired me to join this dynamic field.
Since then, I’ve discovered that property agents always have countless stories to share simply because we meet so many different people in our work.
Here, you’ll find insights into Singapore’s real estate market, tips for buyers and sellers, and personal anecdotes from my experiences in the field. I hope you’ll enjoy reading these stories as much as I enjoy living them.
Please visit my ‘About Jack Sheo‘ page for more about my background and qualifications. Happy reading!
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As I stepped into the sprawling 2,500sqft condominium, my heart raced with a mix of excitement and nervousness.
The year was 2010, and I was a rookie property agent struggling to find my footing in the industry.
This day turned out to be historical and memorable.
It was no shabby offer. It was higher than the last price recorded in March 2020 before Covid-19 Circuit Breaker and 14.8% higher than the last offer brought in by the seller’s previous sole agent in December 2019.
A disturbing pattern emerged as I delved deeper into the scammer’s tactics.
They would seek out unsuspecting tenants who had posted “rental property wanted” ads, luring them in with beautiful pictures and attractive prices.
As a property agent in Singapore, I’ve seen my fair share of negotiation tactics. Buyers want to buy low, while sellers want to sell high.
Today, I want to share a story that highlights the potential pitfalls of using low-ball offers when trying to secure your dream home.
As I took a closer look at the pictures, I suddenly realized I’d seen this property before!
In fact, I sold this Pulasan Road apartment one year ago!
Is it on the market again?
Determining a property’s fair market value is crucial, but it isn’t always easy, even for seasoned property agents.
Most property sellers only sell once or twice in their lifetime. If seasoned property agents aren’t always able to determine the property’s fair market value, then what are the odds of the typical property seller?
It was just another day in 2017 when my phone rang, displaying an unfamiliar overseas number.
The voice on the other end belonged to an American.
Little did I know this call would lead me on an extraordinary journey of trust and surprises.
Luke & Angie (not their real names) came to see a landed house that I was marketing one Sunday afternoon. It was love at first sight 😍
But then, there was one problem. They couldn’t buy without selling their existing condo first.
This post was originally written in August 2014 when I was still a property agent with OrangeTee.
Though I’ve left OrangeTee, it doesn’t change how I felt listening to the speakers and sitting in HDB Hub’s auditorium that day.
To know one life has breathed easier because you lived.
— Bessie A. Stanley —
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