Opinion

Can Shoebox Units See Strong Capital Appreciation? Here’s Where The Most Profitable Ones Are

Shoebox units, typically around 500 sq. ft. or below, have always been popular due to their accessible price point, representing the lowest barrier to entry for those eyeing condo ownership. Save for ultra-luxurious condos, these small units are usually the…

• 3 Oct 2023
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Touring Robin Estate: Freehold Landed Homes In Bukit Timah (Some Can Even Be Redeveloped Into Boutique Condos)

As I was pleasantly surprised by Goldhill estate the other day, I thought I would go take a look at some of the other landed estates in the Bukit Timah area that I’d always written off before, to see if…

• 1 Oct 2023
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10 Most Affordable New Launch Condos With Available Units In 2023 (By Unit Type)

Due to the housing supply crunch in previous years, homes have been selling fast – and the affordable ones require you to move quickly. While the situation now is nowhere near as dire as before (new launches are not selling…

• 30 Sep 2023
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We Own An HDB Executive Apartment And Are In Our 60s: Should We Right-Size To A BTO Or Resale HDB?

Dear Ryan, As usual, you and your Team continue to amaze me with the wide range of posts weekly – be it review of landed housing estates, HDB largest and cheapest flat and the issues faced by landlord! :):):) I…

• 29 Sep 2023
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5 Old Freehold Condos That Are Generously-Sized Above 2,400 Sqft For Bigger Families

After showcasing expansive HDBs last week, we now turn our attention to older, freehold condos that exceed 2,400 square feet, which are great for families who require more space. Not only do they offer ample living space, but the majority…

• 28 Sep 2023
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Where To Find The Cheapest Freehold Landed Homes In 2022/23 (From $2 Million)

For many Singaporeans, owning a landed home is the pinnacle of property aspirations. Yet, in an era of soaring property prices, it might come as a pleasant surprise that there are still freehold landed homes priced just above $2 million….

• 27 Sep 2023
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“Why I Bought A Property In Australia” A Singaporean Shares Her Experience On What It’s Like To Invest In Adelaide

With ABSD rates at their highest ever (not that we’ve ever seen them go down!), it’s time for Singaporeans to think outside the box. Or in some cases, outside the country. This week, we spoke to a property investor who…

• 25 Sep 2023
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Touring East Coast Terrace: Freehold Landed Homes In A Nice, Quiet Setting

Today, we’re off on a reader-requested tour of East Coast Terrace. I only took a quick look at its location on the map before heading off, so I thought it would be something similar to the houses we saw near…

• 24 Sep 2023
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We Are In Our 20s With $17k CPF And Are Saving Up $60k For A HDB: Should We Get A 3-Room Flat?

Hello, I hope you are doing well.  I’ve been a follower of Stacked for a long time now, and have enjoyed the content from the beginning. I am writing today to seek some help with my slightly odd situation regarding…

• 22 Sep 2023
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50 Affordable Freehold Landed Homes From $3m In Singapore: Where To Find Them

Ask most property agents in 2023, and they’ll tell you any landed home under $4 million is likely a leasehold (or cluster housing, or a strata-titled unit in a condo.) But our recent checks show that isn’t true. There are…

• 21 Sep 2023
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5 Biggest Jumbo HDB Units Above 1,700 Sqft For Families Who Need More Space

In our ongoing quest to discover spacious HDB flats, this week we spotlight properties boasting over 1,700 square feet. Impressively, some of these flats can accommodate up to five or six rooms—perfect for larger families or those simply seeking expansive…

• 21 Sep 2023
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How Much Does A “Bad” Facing Really Affect Your Property Value?

When it comes to property investments, certain preconceived notions often dictate our decisions, even before we delve deep into the details. One such popular belief revolves around properties facing undesirable landmarks, like the power station, or the internal substation, and…

• 19 Sep 2023
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Touring Aroozoo Avenue: Affordable Freehold Landed Living In Kovan (Reader Recommended: Best Place To Stay In Kovan)

A while back, I toured the Kovan landed estate and summed it up as an area that was well-connected and bustling, but lacking a cohesive residential feel. (It felt more like a group of houses that just happened to be…

• 17 Sep 2023
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We Own 2 Condos & Live In An HDB: Should We Sell It All To Invest In REITs, Or Buy A Landed?

Hi Stacked Homes team Have been reading and following the properties advice given by your team and I find it very insightful and is always learning new and objective perspectives dished out by your professional and expertise opinion. Appreciate to…

• 15 Sep 2023
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Freehold Vs Leasehold Landed Property: Is Leasehold Really All Bad?

In previous articles, we’ve found that freehold status may not help as much as we think with condos. But when it comes to landed properties, it’s a whole different ball game. Looking at the performance of leasehold versus freehold landed,…

• 14 Sep 2023
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5 Lesser-Known Freehold 3-Bedroom Condos Under $1.6M

In Singapore, freehold properties are often favoured due to the widespread belief that they offer a solid foundation for preserving generational wealth. However, this advantage typically comes with a higher price tag. This week, we’ve found 5 under-the-radar freehold 3-bedroom…

• 14 Sep 2023
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We Lived In A 2,000 Sqft SLA-Managed “Penthouse”: The Surprising Reality Of Living In One

We’re aware that any mention of SLA today immediately starts arguments about Ridout Road; but there’s more to SLA rentals than those bungalows. SLA actually has a number of different properties, not all of which are as obvious or famous…

• 12 Sep 2023
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“I Waited 7 Years For My HDB Maisonette” 5 Homeowners Share Their Regrets

HDB Maisonettes are relics of a different era: a time when HDB flats were truly spacious, when many upgraders were happy to upgrade to a bigger flat (not even a condo), and when our ageing problem didn’t yet preclude stairs….

• 11 Sep 2023
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