53. Is Real Estate Still a Good Bet, and Expanding Business Globally from Singapore - James Puddle, One Global Group

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WE SPEAK TO: James Puddle, CEO & Founder of One Global Group

In 2017 James spotted an opportunity in the marketplace and relocated with his family to Singapore, where he founded One Global Group, a boutique real estate agency business that specialises in international project marketing, headquartered in Singapore with regional offices located in Hong Kong & Kuala Lumpur as well as offices in Dubai, South Africa, London and regionally Birmingham.

DRINKS:

• David: Winesmiths Organic Chardonnay
• Terng: Coke Zero 
• James: Water  

WE CHAT ABOUT:

• A gap in the region’s real estate industry
• Why was Singapore chosen as the HQ 
• Registering a company in Singapore - the ease and hurdles faced 
• Benefits of setting up a company in Singapore
• Expanding and scaling the company 
• Issues faced when pivoting and adapting the business strategy
• How did One Global Group differentiate itself in the real estate industry
• What are property developers missing or doing wrong right now
• Tips for a successful marketing/sales strategy
• Is real estate still a good bet? 
• What kind of investment is highly volatile and has a chance of decreasing in value 
• Handling different timezones
• Advice for any aspiring entrepreneurs 
• The biggest misconception about life in Asia 
• Property tips for buyers 

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