One of the best things about having your own home is being able to decorate it to make it truly your own. Here’s how I changed my own space from this: To this: To be sure, decorating a house is…
Decor Advice
It’s that time of the year again – the first HDB BTO launch of 2023! Some people may be surprised at the size of this launch, as with 4,428 flats, it is nearly half the 9,655 Build-To-Order flats launched at…
BTO
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28 Feb 2023
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Buying a property from your own parents should be less stressful; but as one reader shares with us, it’s also a very unsettling experience. This sort of transaction goes outside the usual financial boundaries: it makes you also query things…
Property Stories
When Jo Ann (@home.by.teo) first saw their would-be home, you could say it was already love at first sight. “The minute we walked into the unit, we fell in love with the large balcony overlooking a secluded, glittering pool, which…
Design
A while back, a reader asked for a tour of Century Woods, which is an enclave of ninety-nine 99-year leasehold properties located at Woodgrove View, Marsiling (97 terraces and 2 detached homes, to be exact) that was built in 2002….
Property Stories
This week, we visit the “House of Many Faces,” which was designed by Fiona from Atelier IF. This stunning house is situated on a site area of 2,930 square feet and has a built-up area of 4,790 square feet. One…
Living In
Apart from the unanimous chant of “lower prices,” or “more storage” that is. Considering how high new launch prices have gone, buyers have every right to be more discerning and demanding. Certain trends from before – such as boasting a…
Buying
Located in an ideal spot on Tanjong Katong Road, this eye-catching property is sure to impress. Boasting a spacious 1,195 sq ft, this 2+ study apartment comes with 2 bathrooms and a balcony, which is great for those looking for…
On The Market
Dear Stackedhomes Team, Thank you for the valuable insights and articles in recent years, I have enjoyed them over the past 5 years. I am at a crossroad selecting my first property purchase – a Resale HDB or a Private Property….
Advice
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24 Feb 2023
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Of all the things that can go wrong during a tenancy, the least expected is death. Most landlords have never had to deal with this, but it’s good to keep in mind that – touch wood – it may happen….
Property Stories
While I’m sure we all have differing thoughts on public housing affordability in Singapore, the fact that million-dollar HDB flats are increasing in frequency is causing quite a stir (see the recent parliament debate). And it’s not just limited to…
Units Of The Week
When it comes to a 2-bedder condo layout for investment, there is one vital question: one bathroom or two? Conventional “property wisdom” holds that two bathrooms are always the preferable choice; and like a high ceiling or sea view, it’s…
Analysis
Ever wondered why some renovations can cost up to $100K when it looks the same as a $50K one that you’ve seen before? Well, with renovation projects, it’s usually more than meets the eye, and a lot of it has…
Decor Advice
The Dakota Crest BTO launch was one of the most desired sites to date. Who would want a place that’s around five minutes walk from an MRT station, and on the city fringe to boot? As you can imagine, it…
Property Stories
Budget 2023 increased the possible grants for resale flats, by another $30,000. This may benefit over 10,000 first-time homebuyers in the first year. But even on the day itself, commentators from Reddit to the local coffee shop were already saying…
Commentary
With recent policy tweaks and a much pricier property market, upgrading in 2023 might be a bit of a challenge. Here’s a look at how you might go about doing it smoothly. Whether you’re looking at a new launch or…
Buying
Designing a home is difficult enough even when you favour a certain style, so what happens when you don’t really have a specific design in mind? With no clear style to follow, renovating a home may result in an outcome…
Design
Today, we’re at the Jervois neighbourhood, which is my favourite out of all I’ve toured so far. The first time I realised there were more “affordable” terrace houses in the area was when I visited a work colleague (She actually…
Property Stories
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19 Feb 2023
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