With ABSD rates now at 20 per cent (for Singapore citizens), buying a second unit for rental income or children/parents has become much less manageable. So it’s not surprising that some homeowners are now considering dual-key units: a single unit…
Editors' Pick
I think now we can be sure the rejected bid for Marina Gardens Crescent wasn’t an isolated event. I’m talking about the one lonely bid that was made for a prime central site, which got turned down for being too…
News
A while back, a reader asked for a tour of Corporation Walk, so off to the West I went on a weekday mid-morning. Although the area is quite far West, it’s located in between Jurong Point and Jurong Gateway, so…
Editors' Pick
In this week’s episode, explore a thoughtfully redesigned home, perfect for modern living. Situated within a serene environment and conveniently close to amenities, this home offers a spacious counter terrace with a land size of 2,200 sqft. Upon entry, four…
Editors' Pick
Want a landed property, but don’t want the hassle of maintaining the exterior, installing your own pool, etc.? Well, the most common alternative is cluster housing, but there is another option. Some condo projects have villas, or a small number…
Property Picks
Hi Stackedhomes, I’ve been a silent reader of your articles for the last 4-5 years. Your articles were unbiased and provided great insights and analysis of home purchases. BACKGROUND. My wife and I will be 42 & 43 respectively this…
Advice
Investing in a new launch condo has many quirks to think about. Every developer will have a different price strategy, and prices can differ even more when it comes to a large development with many different stacks and facings. The…
Analysis
With the recent heat wave that has plagued Singapore, accessibility to a swimming pool might be in big demand – and what better way to cool off than in your own private pool? While some might assume that having a…
Units Of The Week
High-ceiling, double-volume units hold a fascination for many homeowners. It’s impressive, gives a sense of space, and has twice the impact in Singapore. Huge homes aren’t exactly the norm here, and going double volume is a major flex. But it…
Property Stories
If it’s been a while since you’ve bought a home, and you’re upgrading or moving today, you may be in for a few surprises. The property development landscape has changed more over the past decade than in the past 30-odd…
Buying
A big drop in price for any condo always catches the attention of many, and the recent 20 per cent price drop at Cuscaden Reserve was no different. People love a good “bargain”, and the anchor price phenomenon is never…
Analysis
We’d previously visited Loyang Villas, a 99-year landed estate located just across the road from the Jalan Mariam and Lengkok Mariam landed enclave. In fact, when I was looking at the properties for sale in the area, I was surprised…
Editors' Pick
In this week’s episode, we explore a 1,000 sqft, 4-room BTO home located in Tampines, where the homeowners have resided with their son for seven months. Upon entering, guests are welcomed by a foyer designed for shoe removal, offering both…
Living In
Bigger condo projects tend to sell better these days News reports have a whole host of reasons why Lentor Mansion managed to sell 75 per cent of its units, despite slower sales of projects like The Arcady at Boon Keng…
News
Old duplex homes offer a lot of space, but maintenance is always a worry – from outdated layouts to leaks, owners need an Interior Designer with the right combination of patience and vision. In this particular home, Studio Metanoia managed…
Design
Hi there! Thank you for sharing the useful articles. It has been enlightening and eye opening reading all the different property stories. I do have a question. I recently sold my BTO house and will have about 250k in cash…
Advice
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Not everyone has the luxury to wait a few years for their condo to be built; and sometimes, it just takes an upgrader longer than expected to sell. In those situations, one alternative is to look at new launch condos…
Buying
Space in Singapore is always a premium, and so despite the older ages of some of these HDB flats, there seems to still be strong demand for such homes. So this week, we take a look at some of the…
Units Of The Week