Bigger Pic: Why is property still our go-to wealth strategy?

Published on 23 Apr 2026
Share

Buying property has long been seen as the go-to strategy for building wealth in Singapore. But when you look at the numbers, returns don’t always outpace other investments like equities.

So why does real estate continue to hold such a strong grip on how Singaporeans think about growing their money? Alan Cheong, Executive Director of Research & Consultancy at Savills Singapore, to unpack the enduring appeal of property.

Produced and presented by Audrey Siek

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No. 202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.