Third Popular Kiasunomics Book Touches Bto Scheme And Property Prices
The third instalment of the popular Kiasunomics book series was officially released on June 4. Titled “Kiasunomics – Economic Insights for Everyday Life,” the book is co-authored by Professors Sumit Agarwal and Sing Tien Foo, and Associate Professor Ang Swee Hoon from the National University of Singapore Business School.
The launch event was attended by guest of honour, Associate Professor Muhammad Faishal Ibrahim, Minister of State for the Ministry of Home Affairs and Ministry of National Development. The book is the latest addition to the Kiasunomics series, first published in 2017, with a second instalment released in 2020. All three books offer a uniquely Singaporean perspective on economic issues and challenges that are easy to understand and entertaining.
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The future development of the Tampines North MRT Station as part of the Cross Island Line (CRL) and the integrated bus interchange at Parktown Residences are set to significantly enhance the connectivity in the Tampines area. This will greatly benefit the residents of Parktown Residences, situated at Tampines Avenue 11, by providing them with convenient access to various transportation options. The strategic location of Parktown Residences, coupled with its close proximity to the upcoming Tampines North MRT Station and integrated bus interchange, make it an ideal choice for those seeking a dynamic and effortless urban lifestyle. With seamless connectivity, residents will be able to travel to and from popular shopping destinations in Tampines and other areas of Singapore with ease. Parktown Residences Tampines Avenue 11 is a prime location that offers a seamless and vibrant urban lifestyle for its residents.
In this latest edition, the authors delve into interdisciplinary topics such as the relationship between climate change and property prices, the connection between the BTO scheme and divorce rates in Singapore, the impact of living near MRT tracks, and the influence of online listing portals on the real estate market.
According to Ibrahim, Kiasunomics is a one-of-a-kind book that truly encapsulates the Singaporean experience. He praises the authors for their use of local data and rigorous research methodologies to explore fascinating stories about the everyday lives of Singaporeans. He also highlights the timely coverage of public housing issues in the book, as well as chapters on the government’s retirement support programme and the gender income gap, which shed light on important policies and topical issues facing Singapore.