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Property Prices Resume Upward Trajectory with 0.57% Gain, Rental Index Breaches 120-Point Mark for the First Time Following a Three-Week Rally| Market Outlook Hinges on US Interest Rate Trajectory and Mainland Capital Flows
To improve the turnover of subsidised sale flats and help elderly owners enjoy a more secure retirement, the Housing Authority’s Subsidised Housing Committee has approved two new schemes. The new measures will relax restrictions on the rental and sale of flats with unpaid premiums, with applic...
Squarefoot Editor   #Wed Property Focus  2026-07-07     7.7K     162     16
In the previous article, we discussed the difference between “top-up mortgages” and “second mortgages.” In particular, we mentioned that before applying for a second mortgage, homeowners must first obtain consent from the original first-mortgage bank. Otherwise, this not only...
Squarefoot Editor   #Wed Property Focus  2026-06-30     3.1K     10     3
When buying a property or looking for extra cash flow, you may often come across terms such as “second mortgage” and “top-up mortgage.” Both are related to property mortgages, and both can be used to release cash from a property. So what exactly is the difference between the ...
Squarefoot Editor   #Wed Property Focus  2026-06-23     2.3K     12     5
As times change, office models have also become increasingly diverse, and businesses may not necessarily need to rent an entire office. Many people choose coworking spaces or business centres, which some also refer to as serviced offices. The two appear similar, both providing flexible office soluti...
Squarefoot Editor   #Wed Property Focus  2026-06-16     3.3K     15     7
When buying property in Hong Kong, many people mistakenly believe that after signing a provisional sale and purchase agreement, the worst-case scenario if they change their mind is losing the provisional deposit, commonly known as the “initial deposit.” Generally speaking, “must bu...
Squarefoot Editor   #Wed Property Focus  2026-06-09     6.9K     95     22
In recent years, more people have been travelling north to buy electrical appliances in mainland China, or ordering them through mainland e-commerce platforms. The main reasons are lower prices, a wider range of models, and more feature options. But are these appliances suitable for use in Hong Kong...
Squarefoot Editor   #Wed Property Focus  2026-06-03     7.7K     42     18
Whenever a new development is launched, it often attracts many prospective buyers to submit registrations for purchase, and oversubscription is common. To improve their chances of being selected, some buyers will try every possible way, even asking immediate family members to submit registrations as...
Squarefoot Editor   #Wed Property Focus  2026-05-27     4.8K     36     15
We often hear of parents moving homes for the sake of their children’s education. Some families relocate to a preferred school net in the hope of increasing their child’s chances of being allocated a place at a desired school. However, not every family has the budget to move into a tradi...
Squarefoot Editor   #Wed Property Focus  2026-05-19     4.9K     39     10
In recent years, more couples have chosen to purchase a property and move in together before marriage, creating their own shared space early on. However, buying a home involves significant financial commitments and long-term responsibilities. Aside from down payments and mortgage repayments, a key t...
Squarefoot Editor   #Wed Property Focus  2026-05-12     6.3K     98     12
Our Hong Kong Foundation (OHKF) recently published its Hong Kong Housing Landscape Navigator 2026 report, highlighting that it is time for Hong Kong to systematically promote public housing redevelopment. The report points out that 41,000 public housing units are currently planned or under redevelop...
Squarefoot Editor   #Wed Property Focus  2026-05-05     7K     34     7
A friend preparing to move into a new home has been busy selecting furniture and appliances. But amid the excitement of planning the decor, it became apparent that one seemingly simple yet essential item had been overlooked–curtains.Choosing curtains involves far more than selecting patterns ...
Squarefoot Editor   #Wed Property Focus  2026-04-28     11.7K     71     23
Buying property is a topic that comes up often in conversations, and recently, a friend mentioned that he had his eye on a village house. What caught his interest was the property’s high efficiency ratio (usable space) and its reasonable price.Village houses are often appealing to buyers due ...
Squarefoot Editor   #Wed Property Focus  2026-04-22     7.4K     116     24
Recent reports have revealed cases where property owners, after selling their units, faced bankruptcy petitions in Hong Kong due to debts incurred in mainland China. These proceedings allowed creditors to secure claims against the seller's property, leading to complications for the new buyer in obta...
Squarefoot Editor   #Wed Property Focus  2026-04-14     10.6K     198     14
The rental market remained robust in 2026. According to the Rating and Valuation Department, the property price index reached 301.4 in January 2026, marking a 0.5% month-on-month increase. This index has now risen for eight consecutive months, with a cumulative increase of 5.2%, hitting its highest ...
Squarefoot Editor   #Wed Property Focus  2026-04-08     8.5K     91     10
In recent years, many Hong Kong residents have chosen to emigrate, but some still own property in Hong Kong that has not yet been sold before they leave. If they are unable to find a suitable buyer right away, renting out the unit can help ease mortgage pressure. But if the owner wants to sell the p...
Squarefoot Editor   #Wed Property Focus  2026-04-01     6.1K     74     3
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