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The Ultimate Guide to Refinancing Your Home Loan in Singapore

Contents Last updated: 21 July 2026 What Is Home Loan Refinancing? Home loan refinancing is the process of replacing your existing home loan with a new one, typically with a different lender, to secure better terms or rates. It involves applying for a new loan to pay off your current mortgage, and the new loan may have different interest rates, loan tenure, or repayment structures. Refinancing is commonly done to take advantage of lower interest rates, reduce monthly payments, or

Redbrick Mortgage Advisory July 21, 2026

In Principle Approval (IPA) for Home Loan in Singapore: What It Is and How to Get Mortgage Pre-Approval

Learn how In-Principle Approval (IPA), or mortgage pre-approval, works in Singapore. Understand what banks check, what documents you need, and how to improve your chances of approval. Which is the better way to start buying a home in Singapore: browse listings and estimate your budget yourself, or find out how much a bank is likely to lend before you start viewing? For most buyers, the answer is getting a mortgage pre-approval, also known in Singapore as an In-Principle Approval (IPA).

Redbrick Mortgage Advisory July 13, 2026

What is the Best Home Loan in Singapore? Compare Rates for 2026

Landing the best home loan today goes beyond chasing the lowest rate — it’s about knowing when to act. As SORA continues its upward climb, 2026 has become a pivotal moment for homeowners weighing a refinance and buyers stepping into the market for the first time. Use Redbrick’s tool to compare over 100 home loan packages across 16 banks. Jump links: Best Rates Today • Find Your Match • Best Mortgage Loans • Buyer Type Paths • Eligibility • HDB

Redbrick Mortgage Advisory July 10, 2026

Redbrick Asks: Timothy Tay, Stacked

For many Singaporeans, buying real estate is viewed simply through the lens of emotion or pure numbers, but Timothy Tay wants you to look at the broader perspective. As the Editor-in-Chief of Stacked, Timothy brings an incredibly rich depth as a business and real estate journalist. He possesses a rare, bird’s-eye view of Singapore’s fast-evolving housing market. Timothy cuts through casual market speculation to address the hard realities facing buyers today—from navigating the complex minefield of modern real estate jargon

Redbrick Mortgage Advisory July 10, 2026

Redbrick Asks: Alvin Chow, Dr Wealth

Most people walk into a property viewing and ask themselves how the space feels—but Alvin Chow wants you to look deeper and beyond. As the co-founder of Dr. Wealth, Alvin has built his career on factor investing, an entirely data-driven framework that relies on empirical evidence rather than gut instinct. Alvin brings an analytical lens to the Singapore property market. He explains why trying to time the market can end up being “penny wise and pound foolish”, how to use

Redbrick Mortgage Advisory June 23, 2026

Redbrick Asks: Seow Kek Wee, Unicorn Financial Solutions

In a world obsessed with quick returns and maxing out leverage, Seow Kek Wee offers a refreshing—and vital—dose of financial reality. As the Chief Investment Officer at Unicorn Financial Solutions, Kek Wee brings over two decades of wealth management experience to the table, taking this interview at The Arizon on Geylang Road. From his sanctuary in Sembawang to the Warren Buffett frameworks, Kek Wee shares his deeply principled philosophy on wealth. Dive into his candid insights to discover why buying

Redbrick Mortgage Advisory June 12, 2026

Redbrick Asks: Bernard Tong, EdgeProp Singapore

When it comes to navigating the real estate market, it is easy to get overwhelmed by the sheer volume of noise, conflicting advice, and fluctuating market trends. To cut through the clutter, we met up with Bernard Tong, the CEO of EdgeProp, to get his pragmatic, data-driven take on property ownership and investing. Bernard shares his candid insights on everything from the myth of “timing the market” to navigating home loans and managing long-term wealth. His advice is a must-read,

Redbrick Mortgage Advisory May 29, 2026

Redbrick Asks: Joanna Sng, The Smart Investor

In the world of investing, we are often taught to hyper-focus on maximizing yield, timing the market, and locking our capital into tangible assets. But how does a seasoned stock market investor view the rigid, highly illiquid world of real estate? To find out, we sat down with Joanna Sng, Co-Founder of The Smart Investor, to get her refreshing, portfolio-driven take on property ownership. Bringing the same long-term, dividend-focused discipline she applies to equities, Joanna strips away the emotional hype

Redbrick Mortgage Advisory May 22, 2026

Home Loan Guide Singapore 2026: Everything First-Time Buyers Need to Know

Last updated: May 2026 | Rates and policy figures reflect current market conditions as of Q2 2026. Always verify current rates with your banker or mortgage advisor before committing. What This Guide Covers Buying your first home in Singapore means making a series of linked financial decisions — and most buyers feel underprepared at each step. This guide walks you through the entire home loan journey in the order decisions actually happen, from choosing between an HDB and bank loan,

Redbrick Mortgage Advisory May 20, 2026

Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty (ABSD) in Singapore: The Complete 2026 Guide

Learn how Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty (ABSD) works in Singapore. Check 2026 ABSD rates, payment rules, exemptions, and planning strategies for your next property. Since the government introduced the ABSD in 2011—alongside earlier cooling measures such as the Buyer’s Stamp Duty (BSD) adjustments and Loan-to-Value (LTV) limits—these policies have gradually shaped the everyday property decisions of Singaporeans. ABSD is an important consideration for property purchases in Singapore, depending on your nationality and how many residential properties you already own. This

Redbrick Mortgage Advisory May 12, 2026