Real Estate Fundamentals is the perfect starting point for anyone looking to understand the Singapore property market. From valuation and development to leasing, resale, and redevelopment, this book explains the real estate lifecycle in a clear, practical, and engaging way.

Written for undergraduates, career changers, and candidates preparing for Singapore's Real Estate Salespersons (RES) examination, it combines real-world insights with essential legal, economic, and policy foundations. Conceptual graphics, examples, and a glossary of key terms make complex ideas accessible, while exam-mapping tools provide focused support for learners.

With its unique integration of theory and practice, Real Estate Fundamentals highlights the major players in the industry and the forces that shape Singapore's property landscape. Backed by the authors' decades of professional and teaching experience, this book is both a practical guide and an academic reference for anyone seeking a solid grounding in real estate.

About the Author

Dr Josh Wee Chert Ng is a real estate educator with over 15 years of teaching experience with the National University of Singapore (NUS), Singapore Management University (SMU), the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS), Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT), Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne (EHL), Ngee Ann Polytechnic (NP), and Singapore Polytechnic (SP). He holds a BSc in Building (2nd Upper Honours), an MSc in Real Estate, a Doctor of Philosophy from the NUS, and a Master of Training and Development from Griffith University.

He has also been a qualified trainer for the Real Estate Salesperson (RES) course for the last 7 years, holding an Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment (ACTA), a Diploma in Adult and Continuing Education (DACE), and a Specialist Diploma in Applied Learning & Teaching. Josh also has 15 years of experience in commercial real estate, asset management, and project management, both in the public and private sectors.

Eugene Lim is the Key Executive Officer of ERA Singapore. With over 35 years of experience in property development and real estate agency, he is a highly respected opinion leader whom the media frequently consults for his professional insights on the property market and related issues. Eugene regularly appears on television and radio and is often quoted in print and online media. A well-regarded leader in the real estate sector, Eugene also serves as President of the Singapore Institute of Estate Agents (2025–2027).

As Key Executive Officer, Eugene is responsible for the proper administration and overall management of ERA's business, as well as supervising its Real Estate Salespersons. He also serves as the estate agency's primary representative when liaising with government ministries and statutory boards such as the Ministry of National Development, Urban Redevelopment Authority, Housing & Development Board, Singapore Land Authority, and the Singapore Police Force.