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Darren Ang

Armed with a degree in banking and finance, Darren has carved a career in the local finance industry on both a consumer and SME level. Having worked as a mortgage specialist, he developed a passion for mortgages and the real estate industry. With the experiences that he has brought to Redbrick, he hopes to consistently add value to his clients.

The Real Cost of a Home: A Singaporean’s Complete Budgeting Checklist

Let’s be real. The thrill of house-hunting and finding your dream home can blind you to the final cost. You see a $700,000 HDB flat or a $1.8 million condo and think, “I’ve got the downpayment, I’m good.” But that’s where many people stumble. The true cost of buying a home in Singapore involves a web of hidden fees, duties, and recurring expenses that can lead to a nasty surprise down the road. Before you sign on that dotted line,

Your Home Loan Checklist: A 12-Month Plan to Boost Your Credit Score

Before you even think about applying for a home loan, you need to understand one thing: the bank’s most important document isn’t your pay slip. It’s your credit report. Here’s the biggest myth to clear up right away: many people think having no debt makes them a perfect borrower. They have no credit cards, no loans, nothing. In reality, a “thin credit file” is a red flag. Banks have no history to judge your repayment behavior. They don’t know if

Singapore: A city for businesses of the future world

Singapore has consistently challenged the expectations of many around the world. Despite having only 55 years under her belt since her independence, our nation has achieved leaps and bounds in the successes achieved. In 2020, Singapore faced one of the toughest challenges, the coronavirus pandemic. Despite it being a tempestuous year for all nations around the world, our sunny island never stopped growing, with news headlines about international megacompanies setting up headquarters in Singapore, exciting launches of innovative prototypes like