Opinion

Touring Kew Estate: Cheap Landed Living From $2 Million In 2023 In A Sprawling Estate (Yes, It’s Leasehold)

Today’s tour brings us almost to the edge of Singapore: We’re visiting Kew landed estate, which is all the way over at Bedok. I must admit, it felt pretty far removed from urban life when I was driving over.  However,…

• 30 Jul 2023
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I Make Less Than $70k Per Year And Own 50% Of A Hillview Condo: Should I Buy Over The Other Half Or Just Sell?

Dear Stacked Homes I currently own a 50% share of a 1+1 condo unit in the Hillview area, which was fully paid for by my dad in 2019. The other 50% is owned by my uncle who is over 55…

• 28 Jul 2023
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5 Spacious HDB Flats Above 1,300 Sqft But Under $600k

House-hunting can indeed be a challenging task, especially when you’re on the hunt for a spacious and affordable home. Adding to this complexity are the finer details to consider – picturesque views, desirable locations, and comprehensive amenities. This week, we’ve…

• 27 Jul 2023
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Touring Mayflower Landed Estate: Affordable Freehold Landed Living From $2.83m In Ang Mo Kio

I was browsing the map for a landed enclave to feature in this series when I came across Mayflower estate and noticed that it was pretty much right next to an MRT and hawker centre. As many landed estates are…

• 23 Jul 2023
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We Make $300k Per Year And Are Nearly In Our 50s. Should We Sell Our 22-Year-Old HDB Or Investment Property To Upgrade?

Hi Stacked Homes, I always enjoy reading your detailed analysis and professional advice in response to readers’ questions to support their decision making. This time, I hope you could also help answer my questions. We are approaching our 50s with combined…

• 21 Jul 2023
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15 Surprisingly Cheap Freehold Condos Under $1,000 Psf In 2023

Despite all the arguments in favour of leasehold condos, there’s no getting around the fact that some Singaporeans still prefer otherwise. Perhaps nothing beats the feeling of knowing something is yours forever (in theory, at least). Or perhaps they’re just…

• 20 Jul 2023
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5 Rare HDB Apartments With Balconies (That Are Spacious Too)

What makes a home special?  To some, it could be the layout or an eccentric window that adds character to the apartment. To others, it could be the stunning views of their neighbourhood.  While there are no hard and fast…

• 20 Jul 2023
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Touring Goodlink Park: Freehold Landed Living From $3.26 Million (Friendliest Estate I’ve Visited)

A while back, a reader asked for a review of the Goodlink Park landed estate, near Chong Pang Hawker Centre. I’m sorry it took me so long to get around to it, but this brings me to the first point…

• 16 Jul 2023
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We Make $250k Yearly With $1.3m In Liquid Assets: Should We Sell Our 5-Room HDB To Upgrade Or Just Invest In Equities Due To The High-Interest Rates?

Hi Stackedhomes team! Really impressed with all your editorial content and well-thought advice for all the property owners/investors out there. Would like to seek your help considering this situation:- Staying in a resale 5-room HDB flat with spouse, child and…

• 14 Jul 2023
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Top Vs Ground Floor Condo Units: A Look At 6,402 Transactions To See Which Is More Profitable

As condo living becomes increasingly ubiquitous (particularly with the emergence of PPVC buildings leading to standardised layouts) discerning buyers might be on the hunt for unique living experiences. Typically, this can be found on the extreme ends of a condominium…

• 13 Jul 2023
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5 Huge HDB Units Above 1,700 Sqft For Bigger Families Who Need Space

Finding a home that seamlessly melds size, budget, and location to cater to the needs of a large family can be quite the challenge. This week, we’ve curated a selection of 5 expansive HDB flats that exceed 1,700 square feet….

• 13 Jul 2023
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29 Cheapest 3-Bedders Under $1 Million In 2022/23 (Some Are Surprisingly Freehold)

2023 presents significant challenges for the average HDB upgrader looking to secure an affordable home. With many family-sized units in the new launch market hurtling towards the $2 million mark, and resale condos rapidly escalating in price, it is still…

• 11 Jul 2023
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Touring Mount Emily: Freehold Landed Conservation Shophouses And Terrace Homes On Top Of A Hill In District 9

A month ago, I saw a notice advertising the sale of a freehold residential conservation shophouse at Niven Road. As I mentioned in my Blair Road walkabout, I’ve always loved heritage homes, so I thought I’d check out the area…

• 9 Jul 2023
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We Make $294k Per Year: Should We Sell Our 5-Room HDB To Upgrade To A New Launch Or Buy 2 Properties Instead?

Hi. I love how stacked homes does unbiased reviews and advice the general public which is simple to understand coupled with realistic statistics. I would like to seek advice whether which makes more sense to us. My wife and I…

• 8 Jul 2023
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5 Big Yet Affordable 3-Bedroom Condos Above 1,700 Sqft (Under $2m)

While the allure of new property launches often lies in their modern facilities, there’s an undeniable appeal to older developments that capture the hearts of many homeowners – space. The roomier dimensions of older units often exceed their modern counterparts,…

• 6 Jul 2023
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12 Cheapest Freehold Landed Estates In Singapore In 2023 (Starting From $1.95 Million)

We’ve covered the cheapest freehold landed homes before, but this was all the way back in 2021 in the thick of the pandemic. Prices have definitely risen since then, but the appetite for an affordable freehold landed home in Singapore…

• 5 Jul 2023
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Touring Highgate Park Estate: Rare Freehold Terrace Houses In District 21 Near Beauty World

D21 has been the talk of the town with the launch of Reserve Residences, which sold over 70% of its units during its launch. Moreover, given the previous request for tours around the Toh Tuck area, I decided it was…

• 2 Jul 2023
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9 Old Freehold Condos With Sizeable Land And Fewer Units (Below 350)

Condos with large land plots are becoming a thing of the past. Be it because of capitalism, or the lack of space such that we have to maximise every square inch of land, older condos are slowly disappearing from our…

• 30 Jun 2023
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