Opinion

5 Affordable Apartments With Good Unblocked Views From $1.05 Million

Most can agree that having unblocked views from the comfort of one’s home is not a common treat in a land-scarce city like Singapore.   But those who have had the pleasure of having unblocked views – be it verdant spaces,…

• 25 Apr 2024
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Are Old Freehold Condos Still Profitable In Singapore?

In theory, freehold condos should continue to appreciate well over the years. One common argument you’ll hear, for example, is that because developers won’t need to top up the lease, freehold projects have better en-bloc value and potential. But there’s…

• 24 Apr 2024
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10 Cheapest Executive Condos In 2023/24: Here’s Where To Find Them

Whilst private home prices seem to be stabilising a bit, we’re still coming off a high point in property prices – and with new launch and resale condo prices both at a high quantum, many homebuyers may still be considering…

• 24 Apr 2024
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Are Cluster Landed Homes Still Profitable? Here’s How They’ve Performed Over 10 Years

Cluster homes are in that weird spot between landed housing and condos. On the one hand, they’re landed; on the other hand, you still have an MCST, and common facilities. But next to walk-up apartments, this may be one of…

• 22 Apr 2024
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Touring Phoenix Estate: An Underrated Landed Home Cluster With Unblocked Views And Spacious Roads

Not to be confused with Phoenix Park in the Tanglin area, Phoenix Estate is a landed enclave in Choa Chu Kang. I’ll be honest and confess that I wasn’t expecting much before I visited: Choa Chu Kang isn’t exactly known…

• 21 Apr 2024
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Why This District 9 Condo Made Each Owner $775k In Profit: Uncovering The Numbers Behind The Success

Luxury condos in Singapore are often skeptically viewed as poor financial commitments. The recent fire sales of high-end developments such as the W Residences at Sentosa or Cuscaden Reserve have only served to add to that ongoing narrative. But some…

• 20 Apr 2024
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We Own A $1.1 Million HDB And Make $22k Per Month: Is It Feasible To Upgrade To A Condo Without Additional Cash?

Hi Stacked Homes, I wanted to check in with you regarding the possibility to upgrade to a condo in terms of financial stability and suitability. Currently owning a 4 room HDB flat at Saint George Towers. It has recently MOP…

• 19 Apr 2024
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5 Unique Boutique New Launch Condos You’ve Probably Not Heard Of (From $1.471 Million)

We know some of you are die-hard boutique condo fans, who don’t want big crowds around your pool or other facilities. Unfortunately, a lot of these smaller projects tend to be less aggressive with their marketing; and some of them…

• 18 Apr 2024
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5 Cheapest 5-Room HDB Flats Close To The MRT Priced Below $600k

More often than not, having convenient access to an MRT station would be something most home buyers would have high on their priority list. But understandably, this also comes with its limitations – ranging from higher cost outlays and higher…

• 18 Apr 2024
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Can Old Leasehold Condos Still Be Profitable? A Case Study Of 355 Leasehold Condos

The perspective on leasehold condos has been changing in recent years. Homebuyers are a little less hung-up on freehold status; that’s thanks to the high freehold premium and the realisation that many condos go en-bloc long before it matters. But…

• 18 Apr 2024
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5 Lesser-Known Condos With Unique Duplex Units (From $2.08m)

For some people, the impact of a duplex, double-volume unit is worth the maintenance effort. Singapore homes are getting more cramped as the years go by, so just like the preference for bigger condos, we’re also starting to see more…

• 16 Apr 2024
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My Search For A Better Alternative To Old Folks Homes In Singapore: Are Overseas Retirement Homes Better?

My Mother spent over 30 years of her life staying with and caring for her own mother. When she was no longer needed, she had to move out of the house in which she had stayed for almost half her…

• 14 Apr 2024
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We Have $5 Million In Cash And Live In A 3-Room HDB: Should We Buy A Larger Condo Or HDB?

My wife and I are celebrating our 50th year, still cherishing our humble beginnings in the resale 3-room HDB flat we bought in 1997, shortly after tying the knot. With three grown children, aged 17, 20, and 22, still under…

• 12 Apr 2024
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5 Cheapest 4-Room HDB Flats Close To The MRT Priced Below $495k

Convenient access to an MRT station has always been a highly prioritised consideration for most home buyers, though this obviously comes at a price premium. This is no surprise because, on top of having easy access to transportation, MRTs are…

• 11 Apr 2024
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Where To Find The Biggest Dual-Key Condo Units In Singapore (From 1,130 Sqft)

With ABSD rates now at 20 per cent (for Singapore citizens), buying a second unit for rental income or children/parents has become much less manageable. So it’s not surprising that some homeowners are now considering dual-key units: a single unit…

• 8 Apr 2024
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Touring Corporation Walk: Cheaper $2 Million+ Landed Homes Next To A Park Connector (99-Year)

A while back, a reader asked for a tour of Corporation Walk, so off to the West I went on a weekday mid-morning. Although the area is quite far West, it’s located in between Jurong Point and Jurong Gateway, so…

• 7 Apr 2024
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5 Unique New Landed Homes Within A Condo Development: Here’s Where To Find Them

Want a landed property, but don’t want the hassle of maintaining the exterior, installing your own pool, etc.? Well, the most common alternative is cluster housing, but there is another option. Some condo projects have villas, or a small number…

• 7 Apr 2024
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We Make $330k Per Year And Own An Executive HDB: Should We Buy A Resale Condo Or A Dual-Key 3 Bedder?

Hi Stackedhomes, I’ve been a silent reader of your articles for the last 4-5 years. Your articles were unbiased and provided great insights and analysis of home purchases. BACKGROUND.  My wife and I will be 42 & 43 respectively this…

• 5 Apr 2024
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