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233 firms from the BCA MCST register, compared on portfolio size, region coverage and what residents actually say.

233 agents · 2,926 active MCSTs · 55 with Google ratings

233
managing agents on the register
2,926
active MCSTs tracked
55
firms with Google ratings
97
full profiles published

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BCA MCST Register

Singapore's official government database of every MCST and its appointed managing agent. The authoritative source for portfolio counts — these figures cannot be self-reported.

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We match each registered firm to its Google Business Profile to surface ratings and review counts from residents and council members. 55 firms currently matched.

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Managing agents in Singapore: what MCST councils need to know

Singapore's strata property market is governed by the Building Maintenance and Strata Management Act (BMSMA), which defines the duties of every Management Corporation Strata Title (MCST) and the managing agents they appoint. With over 4,800 active MCSTs island-wide — from compact boutique developments to large mixed-use towers — the quality and fit of your managing agent has a direct impact on maintenance standards, sinking fund health, and residents' experience.

How to evaluate a managing agent

The BCA register tells you who manages what, but it tells you nothing about how well. When shortlisting firms for a tender, look beyond the management fee to: portfolio concentration (a firm managing 100+ MCSTs will have different responsiveness than one managing 10); zone experience (firms with many developments in your district tend to have established contractor relationships); Google ratings (resident reviews reveal day-to-day service quality that no proposal document will admit); and accreditations such as SISV or APFM membership, which indicate professional standards.

The tendering and appointment process

Under the BMSMA, a managing agent is appointed by ordinary resolution at a general meeting. The process typically runs: compile a shortlist using this directory → issue a request for proposal to 3–5 firms → evaluate written proposals against a scoring matrix covering fee, scope, experience and references → present the preferred firm at an AGM or EGM for member approval. Notice requirements, handover obligations and the outgoing agent's duties are governed by the existing management contract and BMSMA Section 67.

Frequently asked questions

What is a managing agent in Singapore?
A managing agent is a company appointed by an MCST to handle the day-to-day administration of a strata development. Duties under the BMSMA include maintenance coordination, sinking fund management, AGM administration, insurance placement, BMSMA compliance and resident liaison. The MCST council retains legal accountability; the managing agent acts as its operational arm.
Is there a licence for managing agents in Singapore?
There is no separate managing agent licence in Singapore. However, every MCST must file its managing agent's details with BCA, and that information is recorded in the MCST register. The BMSMA governs managing agent duties. Some firms hold voluntary accreditations from SISV (Singapore Institute of Surveyors and Valuers) or APFM (Association of Property and Facility Managers).
How much does a managing agent cost?
Management fees vary by development size, complexity and service scope. A typical residential MCST of 100–300 units might pay S$3,000–S$8,000 per month; larger or mixed-use developments can pay significantly more. Fees exclude disbursements which vary by firm. Always request itemised proposals and compare disbursement schedules — these can materially affect total cost.
How does an MCST change its managing agent?
An MCST can terminate its managing agent by ordinary resolution at a general meeting (50%+ of share-value votes present and voting). The existing contract's notice period — typically 1–3 months — must be observed. Best practice is to shortlist and collect proposals from replacement firms before the vote so the handover can begin immediately.
What is the BCA MCST register?
The BCA (Building and Construction Authority) MCST register is Singapore's official government database of all strata developments and their appointed managing agents. The portfolio counts shown on this site are sourced directly from this register — they cannot be inflated or self-reported by individual firms.
What do MCST and BMSMA stand for?
MCST stands for Management Corporation Strata Title — the body corporate automatically formed when a strata development is registered. BMSMA stands for the Building Maintenance and Strata Management Act, the primary legislation governing MCSTs and managing agents in Singapore.