Despite rising crime, Singaporeans don't regret buying Johor properties

Malaysia Chronicle, 10 Jul 2012
Despite news of Singaporeans being victims of crime in Johor, more are snapping up houses for less than half of what they would cost here.
Even a daily commute to work or faraway schools is not a deterrent - as long as they go home to a mansion.
The lure of living large for less has drawn more Singaporeans to Johor.
About 5,000 Singaporeans now call Johor home, estimates the Johor-Singapore Community Care Association, a newly formed group that aims to champion the interests of Singaporeans living across the Causeway. Full story