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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11 min read
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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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42 min read
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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
One of the least interesting property topics is financing. Home loans are dry, complicated, and don’t make for easy reading; which is why home loan interest rates are often overlooked. In fact, you’ve probably heard by now that rates are…
Finance
Numerous market observers, including us at Stacked, have been anticipating a resurgence of en-bloc fever in 2022/23. However, the collective sale landscape has remained unexpectedly quiet. This is especially peculiar considering the last batch of “en-bloc fever properties” from 2017…
Editors' Pick
Approximately a decade ago, when the Design, Build and Sell Scheme (DBSS) came to an end, the event was largely met with nonchalance. From property blogs to casual conversations, the consensus seemed to favour the scheme’s termination. For most people,…
Commentary
Sometimes, home renovation isn’t as simple as one might imagine. Constraints like immovable walls and architectural quirks can become obstacles to our dream design. This was the case for A (@ohhmyy.home) and her husband, who had to work around a…
Renovation Journeys
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…
Property Stories
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23 Jul 2023
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12 min read
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