HDB

The Evolution Of HDB Floor Plans Over The Years: For Better Or Worse?

From the days of HDB terrace houses to today’s tiny flats, the concept of an HDB property has changed over the years. We see it quite often on the faces of older Singaporeans: whenever someone is buying their second flat…

• 7 Dec 2021
• 9 min read
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Skyline I & II @ Bukit Batok Review: Decent At Most Aspects With Traffic Noise Concerns

At first glance, Skyline I & II @ Bukit Batok probably looks like any other relatively new HDB project, with clean lines and at a towering nearly 40 stories high.

• 1 Dec 2021
• 25 min read
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PLH Model HDB Flats VS Other “Prime” Resale Flats: How Do They Stack Up?

The first PLH model flats, River Peaks I & II, are part of the November BTO launch. It’s crunch time for some homebuyers, who are now faced with a tough choice: do they act as potential guinea pigs and go…

• 29 Nov 2021
• 4 min read
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5 Factors To Negotiate Besides Price When Buying A Resale Flat In 2021

With resale flat prices at an eight-year high, most buyers in 2021 are focused on negotiating the price. While that’s the crux of the purchasing decision, haggling over numbers sometimes draws attention from other things you can negotiate. Sometimes, a…

• 28 Nov 2021
• 5 min read
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Older HDB Flats Don’t Depreciate As Quickly As You Think. Here’s What The Numbers Show

Common wisdom holds that, because of their 99-year lease, older HDB flats should see a steeper depreciation than newer ones. For many homeowners, it’s a good reason to sell and upgrade early. It was even a big point of online…

• 20 Nov 2021
• 7 min read
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November 2021 BTO Launch: Ultimate Guide To Choosing The Best Unit (New PLH Model)

Welcome to the last BTO guide of the year – our November 2021 BTO Launch Guide to help you choose the most suitable unit. This time, there will be 4,501 units across 6 estates on offer including the first Prime…

• 19 Nov 2021
• 31 min read
• 2

Senja Parc View Review: Unblocked Greenery Views But Noisy

Senja Parc View is one of the newer HDBs in Bukit Panjang. In fact, it was part of the October 2010 BTO launch along with another non-mature launch at Sengkang, Anchorvale Horizon.

• 17 Nov 2021
• 20 min read
• 0

Is A PLH Model Flat Worth Buying? We Break Down The Pros And Cons

With the new PLH model housing unveiled, the question on everyone’s mind seems to be: is it worth it? While living in an area like Rochor seems nice, the slew of restrictions involved are jaw-dropping. In fact, we’d say these…

• 10 Nov 2021
• 7 min read
• 2

Treelodge@Punggol Review: Greenery Living + Unique 5-Room Loft Units

Treelodge@Punggol may not be the oldest HDB development in Punggol, but it’s certainly a pioneering one.

• 8 Nov 2021
• 23 min read
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Clementi Cascadia Review: One Of The Most Convenient HDBs In The West

Clementi Cascadia – if this name sounds familiar to you, it may be because you heard of Waterway Cascadia located in Punggol.

• 1 Nov 2021
• 20 min read
• 0

Keat Hong Mirage Review: Army-Inspired HDB With Good Amenities (Plus McDonald’s)

Keat Hong Mirage. It’s got quite a strange name, if you ask me. That is, till you find out its roots (I’ll explain further below).

• 25 Oct 2021
• 20 min read
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Pasir Ris ONE DBSS Review: A Fantastic Location With Obvious Flaws

Pasir Ris ONE could just be one of the most infamous HDB’s in recent times. It has been criticised the moment residents moved in – and for a multitude of reasons.

• 13 Oct 2021
• 23 min read
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Is There Still A Chance Of Cheaper Resale HDB Flats In 2021?

2021 has been one of the toughest years for first-time homebuyers; and for those who want resale flats, it gets worse. Take a deep breath, because as of Q3 2021…resale prices are now officially worse (higher) than they were even…

• 6 Oct 2021
• 6 min read
• 0

SkyParc @ Dawson Review: Possibly The Best Unblocked Views In A Central Area + Close To Nature

SkyParc @ Dawson offers residents with an opportunity to own a high-rise flat with stunning greenery views in a central location, however, it’s not the most convenient in terms of MRT access or bus network.

• 5 Oct 2021
• 22 min read
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City Vue @ Henderson Review: Amazing Views + Sheltered Walkway To MRT At Premium Prices

City Vue @ Henderson first gained a ton of public recognition when photos of its truly magnificient view was published in a Today article. From there, many have seen just what living in a tall development is like.

• 27 Sep 2021
• 20 min read
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13.4% Of BTO Flats Were Sold Within A Year Of MOP: What Does It Mean For Homebuyers?

According to HDB, a greater proportion of HDB flats are being sold within a year of reaching the Minimum Occupancy Period (MOP), compared to 2016. Over at Stacked, we note this coincides with a record number of flats reaching MOP…

• 22 Sep 2021
• 5 min read
• 2

Punggol BayView Review: Waterfront Living With Amenities At Your Doorstep

Despite Singapore being an island, you don’t get all too many developments that boast waterfront views – which is why that certainly still garners a premium for many on the lookout for scenic water views.

• 20 Sep 2021
• 20 min read
• 2

A Step-By-Step Walkthrough To Check Your BTO For Defects (With Pictures)

While it does seem like an almost impossible task to get a BTO these days (just look at the recent way over-subscribed August 2021 BTO launch), it isn’t all rainbows and sunshine once you actually secure one – there’s still…

• 19 Aug 2021
• 6 min read
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