Opinion

We Make $510k Per Year And Own A Landed Home. Should We Redeem Our $1m Loan, Decouple To Buy Another Property, Or Rebuild?

Hi Ryan, I saw your article at Stackedhomes and would like to seek your advice on a few questions. Background.My wife (49 years old) and I (53 years old) and we have 3 school going kids of which the eldest…

• 19 Aug 2022
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5 Affordable Freehold 4 Bedroom Homes Under $2 Million

It’s the time of the week again, where we show some of the more interesting units that we’ve come across. Given that the freehold 3 bedroom units were so popular, we figured that looking for 4 bedroom freehold units should…

• 18 Aug 2022
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10 Stunning Rooftop Infinity Pools That You Can Find In A Condo

Did you know that the infinity pool was invented as early as the 1960s by American architect John Lautner? It may be surprising to hear as it does seem like a recent invention, given how modern it looks. But thanks…

• 17 Aug 2022
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Confessions Of A Property Agent In Singapore: Why I Had To Drop My Worst Client Ever

We’ve all heard the terrible agent stories. Cheating unsuspecting buyers, always pushing for new launches for the high commission, hiding details that could break the deal – it’s no wonder many feel that an agent’s job is akin to one…

• 15 Aug 2022
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Touring Windsor Park Estate: Freehold Landed Living Close To Crazy Rich Asians, Nature, And Amenities

Windsor Park Estate made the news in 2020 when 2 Good Class Bungalows (GCB) in the estate were sold for over $20 million during the circuit breaker. In fact, one sold for $21.68 million for a house without the buyer…

• 14 Aug 2022
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121 Dual Key Condos To Consider For Rental/Multi-Gen Living (2022 Edition)

On a hunt for Dual-Key options? Look no further!

• 12 Aug 2022
• 24 min read
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We Make $180k Per Annum. Should We Sell Our EC For $650k Profit To Buy 2 Condos Or Just A Bigger HDB?

Hello Stacked, I enjoyed all the videos and articles produced by Stacked. It is very enriching and informative, especially to newbies like myself when it comes to residential issues. I hope to consult you on the best solution for my…

• 12 Aug 2022
• 12 min read
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5 Uniquely Designed HDBs Within 1 KM Of Singapore’s Top Primary Schools

With how the primary school registrations are set up now, being within 1 km of your desired primary school is more important than ever. Here’s how the admissions are decided from a distance standpoint: Priority admission is given in this…

• 11 Aug 2022
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57 Incredibly Interesting HDB Facts To Know On Singapore’s National Day

We wish all our readers a happy National Day. On this 57th year of independence, we can congratulate ourselves on having one of the highest rates of home ownership in the world – at almost 90 per cent. A lot…

• 9 Aug 2022
• 13 min read
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You Can Buy A House In Italy For Just €1. Is It Too Good To Be True?

The idea to sell homes for €1 (approx. $1.40) supposedly began in Southern Italy, sometime in the 2010s. Since then, however, the trend has spread, and there are offers for these even in the north of Italy. We’ve also seen…

• 8 Aug 2022
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Buying A Home During Hungry Ghost Month: Does “Bad Luck” Translate To Lesser Profit?

As we enter into the Ghost Festival (7th month of the lunar calendar from August and usually lasts for a month till September), there will be just one question that buyers will be asking: Does buying a property during the…

• 8 Aug 2022
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Touring West Coast Landed Estate: 999-Year Landed Homes That’s Less Crowded And Near Many Schools

In response to another reader’s request, I went down to West Coast to tour the landed houses there. This is an area that I’m quite familiar with, as my Mother has been working there my entire life. I remember when…

• 7 Aug 2022
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8 Freehold Condos Below 250 Units But Still Have A Tennis Court & Swimming Pool

Small condos may grant a lot more privacy; but a lot of them also come with tiny pools, no tennis court, or a gym that’s got maybe three treadmills. If you’re looking for a condo that’s private yet can still…

• 5 Aug 2022
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We Are Looking To Upgrade From An HDB To A Condo: Will Kingsford Waterbay, Boathouse Residences or Riversails Be Better?

Dear Stacked Homes, We are your silent follower and we love your articles! We are looking to upgrade from a 4rm HDB to a private 2+Study or compact 3 bedroom. Which one of the following are more worth buying for…

• 5 Aug 2022
• 16 min read
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5 Unique HDBs With Balconies That Are Nicely Renovated

The other day, we were surprised to learn that a client wasn’t aware that there were HDBs that had balconies. While it certainly isn’t ubiquitous, it also isn’t as rare as you might think! So this week, we sieve out…

• 4 Aug 2022
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Touring Gerald Mugliston Estate: A Freehold Landed Estate With No Parking Problems (Spacious Too)

Gerald Mugliston Estate is a popular area, as it’s had the most requests I’ve received to tour it so far! And, after visiting the estate, I can see why: it is a nice, spacious and quiet landed enclave in between…

• 31 Jul 2022
• 13 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
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10 Small Freehold Condos With Less Than 150 Units But Still Offer A Tennis Court & Swimming Pool

Besides a freehold lease, most people justify the premium for a condo because of the facilities on offer. 50m lap pools (or just multiple swimming pools), tennis courts, and gyms are just some of the typical facilities that developers have…

• 28 Jul 2022
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