Property Advice

The Secret To A Successful Renovation Process: 6 Ways To Better Manage Expectations With Your ID

Every few months, there seems to be at least one negative story about Interior Designers (IDs) or contractors. It’s unfortunate that the relationship between IDs, contractors, and homeowners tends to be quite adversarial – sometimes it seems like homeowners have…

• 3 Aug 2022
• 7 min read
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I’m A Retiree With $700k Looking To Settle Down: Is A Dual-Key Condo Or HDB Better?

Hello, Stacked!  I’m an avid reader of your site and I really enjoy the in-depth articles. Kudos to you all. Even though I have left several comments on different articles over the years, none have ever appeared under the discussion….

• 29 Jul 2022
• 13 min read
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How To Prevent Renovation Nightmares: 9 Key Details To Look Out For In A Renovation Contract

Renovations can be one of the most stressful parts of home ownership. No doubt you’ve heard many horror stories over the years: home buyers blindsided by unexpected costs, terrible workmanship and delays, and – in worst-case scenarios – the contractor…

• 24 Jul 2022
• 8 min read
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9 Key Details About Condo Sub-Sale Units Most People Are Unaware Of

There’s gonna be a bumper crop of new launches being completed in 2022 and 2023 (we’ve covered 10 of those here), and as such, more sub-sale units will likely be coming onto the market. A sub-sale can be a little…

• 22 Jul 2022
• 6 min read
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Will Amo Residence, Bartley Vue Or Ki Residences 3 Bedroom Be Better For A Family Of 3 With A $2 Million Budget?

Hey Stackedhomes team, Firstly, thank you very much for your team efforts in curating such fantastic and detailed content. I enjoyed reading your articles and have learnt much about the Singapore property market from your website. Allow us to share…

• 22 Jul 2022
• 19 min read
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Will J Gateway, Hillion Residences, Park Place Residences Or Highline Residences Be A Better Investment For $1.2 Million?

Hello Stacked Homes Team! I’ve enjoyed reading your articles for a couple of years now and naturally thought of the team as I am looking to purchase my 1st property for investment. I was initially looking at getting a new…

• 15 Jul 2022
• 17 min read
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Ki Residences, Phoenix Residences, Or The Arden: Which 3 Bedroom Is Better With A Budget Under $2 Million?

Hi, I will share more background on my scenario. I am looking for a condo that can house 6 persons – (myself, my wife, my mum, 2 toddlers, and a helper) thus space is quite important and 3 bedrooms is…

• 8 Jul 2022
• 14 min read
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La Fiesta Vs Jewel @ Buangkok: Which Is Better For Family Stay With Capital Appreciation In 5-10 Years?

Hi Stacked Home, Happy Friday! Alongside with my partner, we are looking for 3 Bedroom Resale Condo in D19. We have shortlisted 2 Projects – La Fiesta & Jewel @ Buangkok – and would love to hear your review on…

• 1 Jul 2022
• 14 min read
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Symphony Suites, Skies Miltonia, Or Signature At Yishun: Which 3-Bedroom Is Better For A 5-10 Year Horizon Exit?

I am currently considering a 3 bedroom unit at symphony suite, skies miltonia, and signature at Yishun. May I know what are your views of these projects if I’m looking at a property that can exit in 5 to 10…

• 24 Jun 2022
• 12 min read
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7 Little-Known Secrets Property Agents Don’t Want You To Know

Unless you are a trust fund baby or were an experience property agent in your past life, navigating the home buying process as a first-time home buyer (or even if it’s your second) can be a lot more stressful than…

• 23 Jun 2022
• 8 min read
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How To Identify A Good 1 Bedroom Layout: We Review 8 Different Condo Layouts To Show You

Whether you are looking at a 1 bedroom unit for an investment or to stay, there’s no question that having an efficient layout is one of, if not the most important aspect to consider. Especially in the case of a…

• 21 Jun 2022
• 7 min read
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Will A Freehold 3 Bedroom Or Leasehold 2 Bedroom In D15 Be A Better Choice For A Family Of 3?

Hi, I saw your advice about a family of 3 looking for condo in the City Square or Potong Pasir area and thought to email you as well. We are also a family of 3 and looking to move to…

• 16 Jun 2022
• 9 min read
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Is A 1 Bedroom At Parc Riviera Or Parc Rosewood A Better Choice For A Rental Investment?

Hi Stacked Homes team! Thank you always for the detailed reviews you do on homes. I’m a single looking for a property for rental (and probably own stay in future) I sold my HDB last year but couldn’t really go…

• 10 Jun 2022
• 12 min read
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We Are A Family Of 3 Looking To Upgrade. Which Of These 5 Condos Are Best If Primary School Is Priority?

Hello, Firstly, thanks for all the articles, enjoy reading them. We are a family of 3, with a 2 year old and would like to upgrade to a condo (big 2 bedder unit or a regular 3 bedder), and having…

• 3 Jun 2022
• 13 min read
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Is A 3/4 Bedroom Unit At Skies Miltonia The Best Option For A Family At Yishun?

Hi, Stacked! I am interested in considering a 3 or 4 bedder unit at Skies Miltonia at Miltonia Close. I noticed recently that prices had gone up for this project since late last year and there are many families who…

• 27 May 2022
• 9 min read
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10 Things Non-Rich Singaporeans Who Buy Property In Their 20s Must Know

Honest response now: how many of you immediately asked “If not rich how to buy property in my 20’s” the moment you saw this headline? That’s one of the things we’re going to talk about below. The fact is, plenty…

• 20 May 2022
• 8 min read
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Will One Pearl Bank, Kopar, Amber Park, Or The Avenir Be A Better Choice For A 3/4 Bedroom Unit For A Family?

Hi there, Thanks for your message. Info especially condo reviews on your website are very informative and useful. This helps in selection and decision-making. Currently, I’m exploring 4BR in Kopar, One Pearl Bank, and Amber Park, and 3BR in The…

• 20 May 2022
• 14 min read
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Will euHabitat, Villa Marina, Or The Bayshore Be A Better Choice For A 3 Bedroom Unit?

Hi Stacked Homes, I really enjoy your articles and have been following your website diligently for the past couple of years. I would greatly appreciate any advice that you may have! As background, we are a family in our late…

• 13 May 2022
• 12 min read
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