As a whole, Singapore’s real estate scene is much improved from decades ago; some of our parents probably remember when the rules were more like suggestions than laws. But while the rise of CEA has weeded out most of the bad realtors, there are still some dodgy practices to look for. Regulators can’t be everywhere, so be on your toes when you run into these:

1. Shady people posing as agents

There is no need to pay a deposit just to view a property. If you’re being asked...