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Matilda Sundeck Review: Bigger Units & Nice Landscaped Deck But Far From MRT

Matilda Sundeck is no ordinary HDB. This seemingly innocuous HDB happens to pay homage to a century-old bungalow in Punggol that had a reputation for being “haunted”.

HDB Reviews

12 Jul 2022
29 min read
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From EC To District 10 Condo: How A Couple’s Property Investment Decision Evolved

Would you pay off an Executive Condominium (EC) in full, or buy a District 10 condo on loan? They’re vastly…

Property Stories

11 Jul 2022
7 min read
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10 Old Iconic Private Apartments In Singapore In The 1970s/80s: A Conversation With Finbarr & Samantha

Did you know that high-rise apartments have actually been accused of many unpleasant outcomes? Chief of these are themes like…

Commentary

11 Jul 2022
11 min read
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Touring Yunnan Gardens: Attractively-Priced Freehold Terrace Houses At $1,000 Psf

In Singapore, the smallest landed houses (usually terrace houses) are often the cheapest if we look at price quantum, but…

Property Stories

10 Jul 2022
12 min read
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Tour This Minimalist Korean Aesthetic Home In Telok Blangah Towers Built At A Cost Of $70k

Telok Blangah is an ideal place for those who want to reside in a peaceful area that’s not too far…

Interior

9 Jul 2022
8 min read
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6 Slow Selling New Launches That Became Profitable Later (More Than 90% Made Money)

A common marketing tactic in real estate is to slap “selling fast” on new launch websites. We tend to assume…

Analysis

8 Jul 2022
11 min read
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Ki Residences, Phoenix Residences, Or The Arden: Which 3 Bedroom Is Better With A Budget Under $2 Million?

Hi, I will share more background on my scenario. I am looking for a condo that can house 6 persons…

Advice

8 Jul 2022
19 min read
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6 Cheapest HDBs Within 1KM To Singapore’s Top Primary Schools

We’ve heard the tagline before: all schools are good schools. That still doesn’t change the fact that school reputations matter…

Resale HDB

7 Jul 2022
27 min read
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5 Massively-Sized HDB Units Above 1,600 Sqft That Are Move-In Ready

HDB prices seem to be breaking new records each week, with the recent one being a $1.01 million 5-room HDB…

Units Of The Week

7 Jul 2022
8 min read
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10 Stunning Profitable Condo Transactions Bought And Sold In The Past 5 Years

Despite the big losses that we wrote about from those who bought in 2017, the reality is that the majority…

Buying

6 Jul 2022
15 min read
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Inside A New York Loft-Inspired 1,369 Sqft Home That Is Vibrant & Homely

A New York loft is something like living in a shophouse here in Singapore. Both are prevalent historic building types…

Interior

6 Jul 2022
9 min read
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Hougang RiverCourt Review: A Small, But More Private HDB With An Integrated Mall For Just 285 Units

Hougang RiverCourt was launched in the November 2015 BTO exercise alongside projects in Bukit Batok, Choa Chu Kang, Punggol, Sengkang and Toa Payoh (Bidadari).

HDB Reviews

5 Jul 2022
26 min read
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A Resident’s Review Of The Skywoods At Dairy Farm: Here’s The Insider View On Living There

The Skywoods didn’t enjoy the best of launches, only selling 14 out of 420 units on its first day. Even…

Condo Reviews

4 Jul 2022
11 min read
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5 Key Consequences Of Rising Mortgage Rates In 2022

The median interest rate for home loans is set to double in as little as six months, and it would…

Finance

4 Jul 2022
8 min read
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Touring Pavilion Park: More Affordable Freehold Landed Living With Great Protected Views In Bukit Batok

The freehold landed houses at Pavilion Park have been on my watchlist for a while, as Pavilion Park is one…

Property Stories

3 Jul 2022
12 min read
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How This Old Maisonette In Paya Lebar Was Transformed With A $110k Renovation Budget

Did you know that the HDB stopped building maisonettes in 1995? And so owning this type of home nowadays means…

Interior

2 Jul 2022
11 min read
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Nearly Million Dollar 4-Room HDB Flats: Which Are Getting Close?

The proliferation of million-dollar flats in the past decade is nothing short of incredible. Keep in mind that the first…

Resale HDB

1 Jul 2022
7 min read
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La Fiesta Vs Jewel @ Buangkok: Which Is Better For Family Stay With Capital Appreciation In 5-10 Years?

Hi Stacked Home, Happy Friday! Alongside with my partner, we are looking for 3 Bedroom Resale Condo in D19. We…

Advice

1 Jul 2022
19 min read
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Touring West Coast Landed Estate: 999-Year Landed Homes That’s Less Crowded And Near Many Schools

I’ve Lived At D’Leedon For 2 Years: Here’s My Review Of What It’s Like Staying At A Mega Development

8 Freehold Condos Below 250 Units But Still Have A Tennis Court & Swimming Pool

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

Sean

A Freehold 3 Bedroom Unit For $880k? It’s Possible, If You Can Live In A Space Under 700 Sqft

Sean

I’ve Lived At The Rochester Residences For 4 Years: Here’s My Review Of What It’s Like For Family Living

Cheryl

Buying An HDB At 24: The Inspiring Story Of Lisa And Her Struggle To Provide For Her Family

Sean

How To Identify A Good 1 Bedroom Layout: We Review 8 Different Condo Layouts To Show You

Condo

I’ve Lived At Changi Court For 5 years And Now Rent It Out: Here’s My Personal Review

A Resident’s Review Of Skypark Residences At Sembawang: Here’s An Insider Look At What It’s Like To Live There

I’ve Lived At The Trilinq For 3 Months: Here’s My Insider Review Of What It’s Really Like Living Here

HDB

Where Are The Cheapest 4-Room Resale HDB Flats In 2022?

Where To Find The Cheapest 5-room Resale Flats In 2022

Bendemeer Light Review: Conveniently Close To 2 MRT Stations + Amazing Views But Noisy

Opinion

5 Unique HDBs With Balconies That Are Nicely Renovated

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

I’m A Retiree With $700k Looking To Settle Down: Is A Dual-Key Condo Or HDB Better?

Guides

Tour A Incredible $60k HDB Transformation: How A Couple Self-Designed A Modern Coastal Retreat

The Secret To A Successful Renovation Process: 6 Ways To Better Manage Expectations With Your ID

7 Smart Ways To Find Condos With Lower Maintenance Fees

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

I’ve Lived At D’Leedon For 2 Years: Here’s My Review Of What It’s Like Staying At A Mega Development

8 Freehold Condos Below 250 Units But Still Have A Tennis Court & Swimming Pool

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

Sean

A Freehold 3 Bedroom Unit For $880k? It’s Possible, If You Can Live In A Space Under 700 Sqft

Sean

I’ve Lived At The Rochester Residences For 4 Years: Here’s My Review Of What It’s Like For Family Living

Cheryl

Buying An HDB At 24: The Inspiring Story Of Lisa And Her Struggle To Provide For Her Family

Sean

How To Identify A Good 1 Bedroom Layout: We Review 8 Different Condo Layouts To Show You

Condo

I’ve Lived At Changi Court For 5 years And Now Rent It Out: Here’s My Personal Review

A Resident’s Review Of Skypark Residences At Sembawang: Here’s An Insider Look At What It’s Like To Live There

I’ve Lived At The Trilinq For 3 Months: Here’s My Insider Review Of What It’s Really Like Living Here

HDB

Where Are The Cheapest 4-Room Resale HDB Flats In 2022?

Where To Find The Cheapest 5-room Resale Flats In 2022

Bendemeer Light Review: Conveniently Close To 2 MRT Stations + Amazing Views But Noisy

Opinion

5 Unique HDBs With Balconies That Are Nicely Renovated

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

I’m A Retiree With $700k Looking To Settle Down: Is A Dual-Key Condo Or HDB Better?

Guides

Tour A Incredible $60k HDB Transformation: How A Couple Self-Designed A Modern Coastal Retreat

The Secret To A Successful Renovation Process: 6 Ways To Better Manage Expectations With Your ID

7 Smart Ways To Find Condos With Lower Maintenance Fees

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