Hi team, It’s been a pleasure reading your informative articles and I really enjoy your data-driven approach. My family and I have been staying in a 5 room HDB for more than 5 years (in Boon Keng area) and we…
Advice
The income ceiling for Executive Condos currently stands at $16,000. But there has been discussion lately over whether it’s time to raise this income ceiling, along with that of BTO flats. It doesn’t surprise us to hear it: amid rising…
Commentary
This week, we tour an executive maisonette nestled in the heart of Tampines. The homeowners have opted for a California Casual theme, with the home spanning 1,657 sqft, featuring three bedrooms and three baths. A glass-filled entryway (formerly a recessed…
Insider Tour
Landed homes may initially seem like the perfect choice for families in need of ample space. However, the reality often includes high maintenance and alteration & addition (A&A) costs, making it an unrealistic option for many. Additionally, those who live…
Units Of The Week
Imagine intending to buy a stock, but it’s jumped from $50 to $100 since you started tracking it. Suddenly, $50 becomes your anchor point, making $100 seem costly. But is $100 truly expensive? It’s hard to tell. If the company’s…
Commentary
The appeal of buying early is usually the “early bird discount” granted by a developer. In theory, once prices “normalise” in subsequent sales phases, you would then make a quick return on your property already. Unfortunately, due to competition from…
Analysis
When it comes to property, the proximity to popular schools is often touted as a significant factor that can influence prices. Most people believe that there’s a premium attached to properties located within the catchment area of esteemed schools, attributing…
Analysis
If you haven’t already noticed, homes in Singapore are getting smaller. This trend is not unique to Singapore. In Hong Kong, one of the most densely populated cities in the world, a unique form of artistry has emerged in response…
Decor Advice
The property market is known for its idiosyncrasies, one of which is the persistent existence of outliers regardless of the wider market’s performance. Sometimes, there are even more outliers than one would typically expect. This week, in light of the…
Property Picks
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,…
Editors' Pick
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30 Jul 2023
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As a part of our special collaboration with Singapore Institute of Architects (SIA), this week, we tour the Raumplan House, a living embodiment of Adolf Loos’ revolutionary architectural concept of spatial planning from the 1920s. This unique intermediate terrace house,…
Living In
When buyers spy developer caution, they know their time is coming. If you are looking out for a home and want to get an insight into the market, one of the best ways is to look at what the developers…
News
While housing prices may seem to be moderating at this point, it’s still quite shocking to look back at prices in 2020 and now. Some HDB estates have increased significantly across the board (whether it be 3, 4, or 5-room…
Resale HDB
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…
Advice
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28 Jul 2023
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In this week’s episode, we toured an exciting new mixed-use development, TMW Maxwell. With a focus on hybrid lifestyles, the homes and facilities have been thoughtfully designed to adapt to new ways of thinking and living. TMW Maxwell, located at…
Insider Tour
TMW Maxwell is an eye-catching new CBD development with staggered vertical gardens and facilities.
Editors' Pick
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27 Jul 2023
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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…
Units Of The Week
As the dust of the post-Covid phase begins to settle, the narrative surrounding the HDB resale flat market appears to be changing. It is true that prices have surged to unprecedented heights, in part fueled by a growing demand for…
Resale HDB