With the addition of the Resale Flat Listing (RFL) service, the HDB has enhanced their Flat Portal to allow Singaporeans to list their own flat directly for sale. On the surface, this sounds like a great thing, as property portals…
Commentary
Living with parents can result in some space restrictions, so a careful balance comes into play: you want enough personal room for yourself and your work, without losing the interaction or family bonding. This week, we looked at a four-bedder…
Design
Given that any freehold landed property seems to be at least $3 million+ these days – even those that are located in very far-flung parts of Singapore. So I was rather surprised to see that the last 2 sales along…
Editors' Pick
In this week’s episode, explore a unique 1,200 sqft, 5-room HDB flat located in Punggol. The design draws inspiration from cafes and hotels, featuring curved walls and iridescent elements for a modern touch. The entryway offers ample storage and privacy,…
Editors' Pick
If you have an unrealistic boss, ask a realtor how to cope. The often-overlooked benefit(?) of being a property agent is that, after a while, you learn to accommodate a wide range of delusions. Realtors have, for instance, the ability…
News
What makes a good condo layout? Well, the answer is, truthfully, quite subjective – but there are some common features that most people appreciate. So to prevent you from being fooled by a nice show flat – or roundabout reasoning…
Buying
Dear Sir / Madam, as per my FB messenger request, here’s the details of myself and properties: Myself (a) 3-room HDB Flat (b) D14 Boutique Development (c) Will be inheriting a 4-room HDB flat at in Tampines Questions. Let me…
Advice
It’s been months since anyone has given you an offer, and you do need to sell before you can move on to your next property. Is it time to bite the bullet, and lower your asking price? In a time…
Selling
Most would agree that high-ceiling loft units have a way of instantly adding a feeling of grandeur to a space. Some might even think that a double-volume living room is an integral aspect of their dream Pinterest-worthy homes. But these…
Units Of The Week
With the constant inflation of BTO flats with every new release from HDB, young people like myself get more hard-pressed and wish that we could turn back time and submit those application forms much earlier in our lives. I will…
Commentary
Small condos tend to stop at the trio of “gym, pool, and security” facilities. The lack of land space means layouts, privacy, and exclusivity are going to be the focal points: bad news for those of you who are serious…
Property Picks
With prices at the recent The Residences at W slashed by over 40 per cent, there has been much talk and excitement about Sentosa properties again. But frankly for anyone looking at buying in Sentosa, they fill a very clear…
Commentary
We tend to fall back on common sayings or beliefs when it comes to comparing properties in Singapore. These range from the age-old belief in the supremacy of freehold condos, to assumptions about region and size. But here’s the thing…
Investment
A few articles ago, a reader asked for a tour of Cheng Soon Gardens, an estate in the Toh Tuck vicinity- but I’ve already written about it a year ago! Hence, I decided to do a tour of another landed…
Editors' Pick
In this week’s episode, we explore a home with a unique blend of Japanese ryokan tranquility and the laid-back ambiance of an island resort. With a minimalist Zen aesthetic, the space exudes warmth and relaxation. Situated in SengKang, this 1,200…
Living In
One way to lower prices is to take out the middleman, right? It used to be a no-brainer for me. But over the years, I’ve been forced to admit that some middlemen (and related fee collectors) are indispensable. Like when…
News
Property is one of the most unique asset classes, because of how each unit is so stubbornly independent. With other assets, one barrel of oil is the same as the next, and one dollar is the same as the next….
Property Picks
Dear Stacked Homes, I have been a regular reader of your articles. I appreciate your efforts to put in much analysis in answering real issues faced by the community on property matters. I seek your recommendations on my situation I…
Advice
