We Make $15k Per Month And Own An Executive Apartment In Queenstown: Should We Keep It Or Sell To Upgrade To A Condo?

Hi Stacked Homes!  You guys are an amazing trove of information for all things related to home buying/selling, with articles that are clear and easy to understand/digest. I appreciate the amazing work the team has put in to make this…

• 14 Oct 2022 by Stacked
• 13 min read
• 0

I’ve Lived At East Meadows In Tanah Merah For 5 Years: Here’s My Review Of What It’s Like For Families

While Tanah Merah has always been considered a bit of an underdog (or in more colloquial terms, ‘ulu’) in the East, there has been much noise going on within the district in recent times.  There are exciting plans to upgrade…

• 8 Oct 2022 by Cheryl
• 8 min read
• 1

Touring Westlake Gardens: Scenic Freehold Landed Living At MacRitchie Reservoir & Near Famous Schools

Have you ever dreamed of living next to a lake (okay fine, in Singapore’s context, reservoir)? Well, if so, you should head over to this particular small estate, Westlake Gardens, which is right next to MacRitchie Reservoir with just under…

• 2 Oct 2022 by TJ
• 10 min read
• 0

We Make $350k Per Year And Are Both 30. Which Of These 3 Condos Is Best With Primary Schools In Mind?

Hi Stacked Homes Happy to say I am an avid follower and reader of your site as it provides really helpful insights to home ownerships in Singapore. I am reaching out to you in hopes that you might provide a…

• 23 Sep 2022 by Stacked
• 17 min read
• 3

I’ve Lived At The Brownstone EC For 4 Years: Here’s My Review Of What It’s Like To Stay In This Family Executive Condominium

Even today, there are some people that feel that Canberra is just too far away a location to consider.  And so can you imagine back in 2015 (when the details of the upcoming Bukit Canberra were not even announced yet),…

• 14 Sep 2022 by Sean
• 9 min read
• 5

Touring Namly Estate: Freehold Spacious Landed Homes Near Good Schools In A Central Location

Last week, I toured Frankel Estate (as requested by a reader) and noted how it had some similarities to Sixth Avenue. This week, another reader asked for a tour of Namly Estate, so off I went to Bukit Timah! Fun…

• 4 Sep 2022 by TJ
• 9 min read
• 5

Are HDB Upgraders Getting Priced Out Of New Launches In 2022?

HDB upgraders have been a dominant force in the property market, over the past few years. As of the past year however, this may be changing – fewer HDB owners have bought private properties in 1H 2022, and the most…

• 1 Sep 2022 by Ryan J
• 7 min read
• 1

I’ve Lived At The Scala At Serangoon For A Year: Here’s My Review Of What It’s Like For Families

For those less familiar with Serangoon, the Lorong Chuan area has a smattering of condos, HDB flats, and landed homes at Mei Hwan. It’s considered to be the less busy part of Serangoon, but it always had one main downside…

• 20 Aug 2022 by Sean
• 8 min read
• 1

I’ve Lived At The Vales EC At Sengkang For 5 Years: Here’s My Review Of What It’s Like For Family Living

Applying for a BTO can be stressful, it’s the uncertainty that can be unnerving – especially when you have a stricter timeline. It was no less the same for Anne (*not her real name for privacy reasons) and her husband,…

• 13 Aug 2022 by Sean
• 7 min read
• 2

5 Uniquely Designed HDBs Within 1 KM Of Singapore’s Top Primary Schools

With how the primary school registrations are set up now, being within 1 km of your desired primary school is more important than ever. Here’s how the admissions are decided from a distance standpoint: Priority admission is given in this…

• 11 Aug 2022 by Stacked
• 8 min read
• 2

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

In response to another reader’s request, I went down to West Coast to tour the landed houses there. This is an area that I’m quite familiar with, as my Mother has been working there my entire life. I remember when…

• 7 Aug 2022 by TJ
• 11 min read
• 0

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

Dear Stacked Homes, We are your silent follower and we love your articles! We are looking to upgrade from a 4rm HDB to a private 2+Study or compact 3 bedroom. Which one of the following are more worth buying for…

• 5 Aug 2022 by Stacked
• 16 min read
• 0

Will Amo Residence, Bartley Vue Or Ki Residences 3 Bedroom Be Better For A Family Of 3 With A $2 Million Budget?

Hey Stackedhomes team, Firstly, thank you very much for your team efforts in curating such fantastic and detailed content. I enjoyed reading your articles and have learnt much about the Singapore property market from your website. Allow us to share…

• 22 Jul 2022 by Stacked
• 19 min read
• 5

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 – and even if you don’t believe in school rankings yourself, the future buyer of your home might. So for…

• 7 Jul 2022 by Ryan J
• 20 min read
• 0

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 have shortlisted 2 Projects – La Fiesta & Jewel @ Buangkok – and would love to hear your review on…

• 1 Jul 2022 by Stacked
• 14 min read
• 0

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

In one of the pieces of advice we’ve given here at Stacked, we did an extensive comparison between Concourse Skyline, 76 Shenton, and The Rochester Residences. And so while The Rochester Residences isn’t in as glamorous a location – it…

• 28 Jun 2022 by Sean
• 10 min read
• 0

Why I Bought A 3Gen HDB Flat Instead Of An Executive Maisonette For My Family

In a perfect world, everyone will have a generously-sized home, affordable, and maybe even the capacity to practice filial piety, all while planning to grow our family within budget. It’s every Singaporean’s dream, right?  But here’s the reality: big homes…

• 17 Jun 2022 by Cheryl
• 6 min read
• 0

Will A Freehold 3 Bedroom Or Leasehold 2 Bedroom In D15 Be A Better Choice For A Family Of 3?

Hi, I saw your advice about a family of 3 looking for condo in the City Square or Potong Pasir area and thought to email you as well. We are also a family of 3 and looking to move to…

• 16 Jun 2022 by Stacked
• 9 min read
• 0

We Are A Family Of 3 Looking To Upgrade. Which Of These 5 Condos Are Best If Primary School Is Priority?

Hello, Firstly, thanks for all the articles, enjoy reading them. We are a family of 3, with a 2 year old and would like to upgrade to a condo (big 2 bedder unit or a regular 3 bedder), and having…

• 3 Jun 2022 by Stacked
• 13 min read
• 0

Is A 3/4 Bedroom Unit At Skies Miltonia The Best Option For A Family At Yishun?

Hi, Stacked! I am interested in considering a 3 or 4 bedder unit at Skies Miltonia at Miltonia Close. I noticed recently that prices had gone up for this project since late last year and there are many families who…

• 27 May 2022 by Stacked
• 9 min read
• 1

Will One Pearl Bank, Kopar, Amber Park, Or The Avenir Be A Better Choice For A 3/4 Bedroom Unit For A Family?

Hi there, Thanks for your message. Info especially condo reviews on your website are very informative and useful. This helps in selection and decision-making. Currently, I’m exploring 4BR in Kopar, One Pearl Bank, and Amber Park, and 3BR in The…

• 20 May 2022 by Stacked
• 14 min read
• 0

Which Dover Condo Within 1KM Of Fairfield Primary School Is Better With A Budget Of $1.6 Million For A Young Family?

Hi Stacked Homes, We’re a young family of 3, and forward planning for our next home to be in the One-North/Buona Vista/Dover area due to its proximity to Fairfield Methodist Primary School. Ideally, we’re looking at a 2 or 3…

• 6 May 2022 by Stacked
• 12 min read
• 0

West Plains @ Bukit Batok Review: Great For Families Though Far From The MRT

West Plains @ Bukit Batok was launched in the February 2016 BTO exercise as part of HDB’s effort to grow the town’s population. But since 2012, the HDB has already launched 16 BTO sites at Bukit Batok.

• 21 Apr 2022 by Sean
• 27 min read
• 0

6 Spacious Townhouses In Central Singapore That Are Ideal For Families

For many people in Singapore, living in central Singapore is a dream. But as if Singapore isn’t already small enough, its central areas, are even smaller and the housing prices in this area, unfortunately, reflect that. Out of all the…

• 10 Apr 2022 by TJ
• 13 min read
• 0

Which Thomson Condo Within 1KM Of Ai Tong School Is Better With A Budget Under $1.5 Million?

Hello Stacked team! Firstly, I want to say a great job on the extensive property content across the site and YouTube videos. We have benefited much from the vast knowledge and insights shared. I would like to seek your views…

• 1 Apr 2022 by Stacked
• 12 min read
• 2

We Are A Family Of 5+1 Helper & 2 Dogs. Would A Penthouse At Riverside Melodies Or Oasis Garden Be A Better Fit?

Hi Stacked team, I am emailing you to get advice and an insider on buying property. My family of 5+1 helper and two dogs have decided to move from a 5 room (115sqm) HDB to larger premises due to space constraints in…

• 11 Mar 2022 by Stacked
• 7 min read
• 0

Will 1 Canberra, The Warren, Or A Small Freehold Condo In Potong Pasir Be A Better Choice For A Family Of 4?

Hi stacked homes, I have just recently started property shopping, and I am very impressed by your insightful editorials. I would like to seek your advice on comparisons of a 3-bedder at the Warren next to the CCK MRT (17yr…

• 4 Mar 2022 by Stacked
• 9 min read
• 3

5 Common Financing Issues For HDB Upgraders (And How To Solve Them)

Ever since 2019, HDB upgraders have made up the bulk of private home buyers. A combination of rising demand, with record-high resale flat prices, has further made the past 2 years seem like an ideal time for those seeking condo…

• 25 Feb 2022 by Ryan J
• 6 min read
• 3

We Make $15k Per Month And Own An Executive Apartment In Queenstown: Should We Keep It Or Sell To Upgrade To A Condo?

Hi Stacked Homes!  You guys are an amazing trove of information for all things related to home buying/selling, with articles that are clear and easy to understand/digest. I appreciate the amazing work the team has put in to make this…

• 14 Oct 2022 by Stacked
• 13 min read
• 0

Touring Westlake Gardens: Scenic Freehold Landed Living At MacRitchie Reservoir & Near Famous Schools

Have you ever dreamed of living next to a lake (okay fine, in Singapore’s context, reservoir)? Well, if so, you should head over to this particular small estate, Westlake Gardens, which is right next to MacRitchie Reservoir with just under…

• 2 Oct 2022 by TJ
• 10 min read
• 0

We Make $350k Per Year And Are Both 30. Which Of These 3 Condos Is Best With Primary Schools In Mind?

Hi Stacked Homes Happy to say I am an avid follower and reader of your site as it provides really helpful insights to home ownerships in Singapore. I am reaching out to you in hopes that you might provide a…

• 23 Sep 2022 by Stacked
• 17 min read
• 3

I’ve Lived At The Brownstone EC For 4 Years: Here’s My Review Of What It’s Like To Stay In This Family Executive Condominium

Even today, there are some people that feel that Canberra is just too far away a location to consider.  And so can you imagine back in 2015 (when the details of the upcoming Bukit Canberra were not even announced yet),…

• 14 Sep 2022 by Sean
• 9 min read
• 5

Touring Namly Estate: Freehold Spacious Landed Homes Near Good Schools In A Central Location

Last week, I toured Frankel Estate (as requested by a reader) and noted how it had some similarities to Sixth Avenue. This week, another reader asked for a tour of Namly Estate, so off I went to Bukit Timah! Fun…

• 4 Sep 2022 by TJ
• 9 min read
• 5

Are HDB Upgraders Getting Priced Out Of New Launches In 2022?

HDB upgraders have been a dominant force in the property market, over the past few years. As of the past year however, this may be changing – fewer HDB owners have bought private properties in 1H 2022, and the most…

• 1 Sep 2022 by Ryan J
• 7 min read
• 1

I’ve Lived At The Scala At Serangoon For A Year: Here’s My Review Of What It’s Like For Families

For those less familiar with Serangoon, the Lorong Chuan area has a smattering of condos, HDB flats, and landed homes at Mei Hwan. It’s considered to be the less busy part of Serangoon, but it always had one main downside…

• 20 Aug 2022 by Sean
• 8 min read
• 1

I’ve Lived At The Vales EC At Sengkang For 5 Years: Here’s My Review Of What It’s Like For Family Living

Applying for a BTO can be stressful, it’s the uncertainty that can be unnerving – especially when you have a stricter timeline. It was no less the same for Anne (*not her real name for privacy reasons) and her husband,…

• 13 Aug 2022 by Sean
• 7 min read
• 2

5 Uniquely Designed HDBs Within 1 KM Of Singapore’s Top Primary Schools

With how the primary school registrations are set up now, being within 1 km of your desired primary school is more important than ever. Here’s how the admissions are decided from a distance standpoint: Priority admission is given in this…

• 11 Aug 2022 by Stacked
• 8 min read
• 2

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

In response to another reader’s request, I went down to West Coast to tour the landed houses there. This is an area that I’m quite familiar with, as my Mother has been working there my entire life. I remember when…

• 7 Aug 2022 by TJ
• 11 min read
• 0

5 Uniquely Designed HDBs Within 1 KM Of Singapore’s Top Primary Schools

With how the primary school registrations are set up now, being within 1 km of your desired primary school is more important than ever. Here’s how the admissions are decided from a distance standpoint: Priority admission is given in this…

• 11 Aug 2022 by Stacked
• 8 min read
• 2

Will Amo Residence, Bartley Vue Or Ki Residences 3 Bedroom Be Better For A Family Of 3 With A $2 Million Budget?

Hey Stackedhomes team, Firstly, thank you very much for your team efforts in curating such fantastic and detailed content. I enjoyed reading your articles and have learnt much about the Singapore property market from your website. Allow us to share…

• 22 Jul 2022 by Stacked
• 19 min read
• 5

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 – and even if you don’t believe in school rankings yourself, the future buyer of your home might. So for…

• 7 Jul 2022 by Ryan J
• 20 min read
• 0

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 have shortlisted 2 Projects – La Fiesta & Jewel @ Buangkok – and would love to hear your review on…

• 1 Jul 2022 by Stacked
• 14 min read
• 0

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

In one of the pieces of advice we’ve given here at Stacked, we did an extensive comparison between Concourse Skyline, 76 Shenton, and The Rochester Residences. And so while The Rochester Residences isn’t in as glamorous a location – it…

• 28 Jun 2022 by Sean
• 10 min read
• 0

Why I Bought A 3Gen HDB Flat Instead Of An Executive Maisonette For My Family

In a perfect world, everyone will have a generously-sized home, affordable, and maybe even the capacity to practice filial piety, all while planning to grow our family within budget. It’s every Singaporean’s dream, right?  But here’s the reality: big homes…

• 17 Jun 2022 by Cheryl
• 6 min read
• 0

Will A Freehold 3 Bedroom Or Leasehold 2 Bedroom In D15 Be A Better Choice For A Family Of 3?

Hi, I saw your advice about a family of 3 looking for condo in the City Square or Potong Pasir area and thought to email you as well. We are also a family of 3 and looking to move to…

• 16 Jun 2022 by Stacked
• 9 min read
• 0

We Are A Family Of 3 Looking To Upgrade. Which Of These 5 Condos Are Best If Primary School Is Priority?

Hello, Firstly, thanks for all the articles, enjoy reading them. We are a family of 3, with a 2 year old and would like to upgrade to a condo (big 2 bedder unit or a regular 3 bedder), and having…

• 3 Jun 2022 by Stacked
• 13 min read
• 0

Is A 3/4 Bedroom Unit At Skies Miltonia The Best Option For A Family At Yishun?

Hi, Stacked! I am interested in considering a 3 or 4 bedder unit at Skies Miltonia at Miltonia Close. I noticed recently that prices had gone up for this project since late last year and there are many families who…

• 27 May 2022 by Stacked
• 9 min read
• 1

Will One Pearl Bank, Kopar, Amber Park, Or The Avenir Be A Better Choice For A 3/4 Bedroom Unit For A Family?

Hi there, Thanks for your message. Info especially condo reviews on your website are very informative and useful. This helps in selection and decision-making. Currently, I’m exploring 4BR in Kopar, One Pearl Bank, and Amber Park, and 3BR in The…

• 20 May 2022 by Stacked
• 14 min read
• 0

Which Dover Condo Within 1KM Of Fairfield Primary School Is Better With A Budget Of $1.6 Million For A Young Family?

Hi Stacked Homes, We’re a young family of 3, and forward planning for our next home to be in the One-North/Buona Vista/Dover area due to its proximity to Fairfield Methodist Primary School. Ideally, we’re looking at a 2 or 3…

• 6 May 2022 by Stacked
• 12 min read
• 0

West Plains @ Bukit Batok Review: Great For Families Though Far From The MRT

West Plains @ Bukit Batok was launched in the February 2016 BTO exercise as part of HDB’s effort to grow the town’s population. But since 2012, the HDB has already launched 16 BTO sites at Bukit Batok.

• 21 Apr 2022 by Sean
• 27 min read
• 0

6 Spacious Townhouses In Central Singapore That Are Ideal For Families

For many people in Singapore, living in central Singapore is a dream. But as if Singapore isn’t already small enough, its central areas, are even smaller and the housing prices in this area, unfortunately, reflect that. Out of all the…

• 10 Apr 2022 by TJ
• 13 min read
• 0

Which Thomson Condo Within 1KM Of Ai Tong School Is Better With A Budget Under $1.5 Million?

Hello Stacked team! Firstly, I want to say a great job on the extensive property content across the site and YouTube videos. We have benefited much from the vast knowledge and insights shared. I would like to seek your views…

• 1 Apr 2022 by Stacked
• 12 min read
• 2

We Are A Family Of 5+1 Helper & 2 Dogs. Would A Penthouse At Riverside Melodies Or Oasis Garden Be A Better Fit?

Hi Stacked team, I am emailing you to get advice and an insider on buying property. My family of 5+1 helper and two dogs have decided to move from a 5 room (115sqm) HDB to larger premises due to space constraints in…

• 11 Mar 2022 by Stacked
• 7 min read
• 0

Will 1 Canberra, The Warren, Or A Small Freehold Condo In Potong Pasir Be A Better Choice For A Family Of 4?

Hi stacked homes, I have just recently started property shopping, and I am very impressed by your insightful editorials. I would like to seek your advice on comparisons of a 3-bedder at the Warren next to the CCK MRT (17yr…

• 4 Mar 2022 by Stacked
• 9 min read
• 3

5 Common Financing Issues For HDB Upgraders (And How To Solve Them)

Ever since 2019, HDB upgraders have made up the bulk of private home buyers. A combination of rising demand, with record-high resale flat prices, has further made the past 2 years seem like an ideal time for those seeking condo…

• 25 Feb 2022 by Ryan J
• 6 min read
• 3

Is 2022 The Best Or Worst Time To Upgrade From An HDB Flat?

Looking ahead in 2022, one question is likely to stand out: is it a great time to upgrade, given record high resale flat prices? Or is it, conversely, the worst time to upgrade, given that property prices are high across…

• 8 Feb 2022 by Ryan J
• 7 min read
• 0

Are HDB Upgraders Over-Leveraging In Today’s Hot Property Market?

According to JLL, the number of HDB upgraders moving to condos is currently up over 21 per cent from last year. The idea of a condo-buying spree, in the midst of a pandemic, seems worrying; and perhaps it should, given…

• 4 Dec 2021 by Ryan J
• 7 min read
• 0

7 Qualities You Want In A Property For Asset Progression

Asset progression, wealth progression, upgrading… we Singaporeans have all sorts of names for it, but the general idea is the same: using your existing property as a stepping stone, toward a bigger or more luxurious home (or just one with…

• 7 Nov 2021 by Ryan J
• 7 min read
• 0

10 Freehold 1,200+ Sqft Condos For $1.5 Million Or Under For Families

Larger condos are almost a must for HDB upgraders. Let’s face it, most people don’t consider it an “upgrade” if it’s smaller than their old HDB flat. But for some, owning a 99-year leasehold property is just disconcerting. So it…

• 21 Oct 2021 by Ryan J
• 9 min read
• 0

Here Are The Cheapest Condos Within 1 KM To A Top-10 Primary School

With changes to the Home School Distance (HSD), we’re not surprised that homebuyers are taking a second look at their shortlist. For parents whose main priority is a good school, things can be tough in 2021 – from rising prices…

• 14 Sep 2021 by Ryan J
• 11 min read
• 0

Is Your New Launch Within A Popular Primary School Now? 122 New Projects Updated With The New Home-School Distance Changes

One of the biggest concerns among home buyers is school proximity. Even if you don’t have children yourself, it’s well known that schools are part of the “secret sauce”, when it comes to future appreciation. Now that the Ministry of…

• 10 Sep 2021 by Ryan J
• 6 min read
• 0

10 Most Affordable New Launch 4-bedroom Units Under $1,540 PSF For Families

Big units are in this pandemic season. It’s especially telling, as our recent piece on affordable 4 bedroom units in the resale category was very well received. On the ground, sales for bigger units have been moving – median unit…

• 27 Jun 2021 by Ryan J
• 14 min read
• 2

Don’t Leave Money On The Table: 7 Money-Saving Tips When Upgrading/Downgrading Your Property

Whether your goal is asset progression or right-sizing, switching homes is a bit of a minefield. Every now and then, someone switching homes will balk at a five-digit stamp duty they didn’t see coming (ABSD even when I won’t be…

• 24 Jun 2021 by Ryan J
• 6 min read
• 0

7 Affordable 4-Bedroom Condos For $1.1 Million Or Cheaper (For Bigger Families)

As many homeowners know, the trade-off between price and space is a painful one. It’s a real issue with HDB upgraders especially: let’s face it, it doesn’t feel like an upgrade if you’re going from a 950+ sq. ft. flat,…

• 20 Jun 2021 by Ryan J
• 10 min read
• 0

10 Mega-Sized Condos In Singapore For Families That Need Space (800,000 Sqft And Up)

One of the silver linings of the pandemic is the rediscovery of time for people. Less commuting has resulted in people spending more time at home, and through that, many are reevaluating what their needs are from a home. Chief…

• 13 Jun 2021 by Ryan J
• 11 min read
• 2

5 New Launch 1,000+ sq ft Units Under $1.3 Million For Families That Need Space

When it comes to new launches, finding a total price of under $1.3 million is easy enough; but it often comes at the cost of living space. Most of the time, you’d end up with a squeezy 1+1 or two-bedder…

• 14 May 2021 by Ryan J
• 9 min read
• 0

10 Cheapest New Launch Condos In 2021 For Families (3 Bedroom Units)

Singapore’s property market is on fire right now, despite the Covid-19 situation. Every day we hear more whispers about impending cooling measures, which in turn drives higher sale volumes. It’s hard for a bargain hunter to catch a break right…

• 1 May 2021 by Ryan J
• 9 min read
• 4

5 Spacious 3-bedder Condo Units For Families That Need Space (Under $1.5 million)

Prices per square foot are climbing, but the overall quantum isn’t increasing much. What does that mean for the Singapore private property market? It’s simple: homes are getting smaller.  Many of us long for the homes of the previous decades,…

• 13 Mar 2021 by Ryan J
• 6 min read
• 0

4 Reasons Why HDB Upgraders Prefer Executive Condos To Private Condos

Two common expressions you’ll hear in Singapore are “What? Why is an EC so expensive?” followed by “What? The EC sold out again?”  Few market watchers will ever forget the famed Piermont Grand EC. When it first came on the…

• 26 Jan 2021 by Ryan J
• 6 min read
• 0

High Park Residences Review: Absolute Best Facilities For Families With Kids

Multiple slides, flying fox, air hockey. It’s a kids wonderland.

• 11 Nov 2020 by Reuben
• 27 min read
• 2

14 Condos Within 1 KM Of Popular Primary Schools In The North East ($1.5 million Budget)

There’s no two ways about it – education is a big part of Singapore. As much as other cultures like to joke about Asian parents and their fascination with their kids becoming lawyers and doctors, there is a reason why…

• 6 Nov 2020 by Matt K
• 20 min read
• 0

16 Condos Within 1km Of Popular Primary Schools In The East ($1.5 million Budget)

For all you young parents out there, we understand you want the best for your children – and that includes getting your child into the best primary school possible.  But as with many things in life, there will always be…

• 13 Oct 2020 by Matt K
• 17 min read
• 0

10 Condos Under $1.2 Million For Small Families (With Floor Plans)

These days, plenty of condos have one or two-bedders with a low quantum (and a sky-high price per square foot). Gone are the days when we “built them big”, or with an eye toward families instead of expatriate tenants, students,…

• 1 Oct 2020 by Ryan J
• 9 min read
• 7

Analysing 3 Condo Floor Plans In District 21: Which Is The Best Family Friendly Unit?

Unlike buying a home if you’re single, buying a home for your family is a whole different proposition.  Why? Put simply, you no longer have to contend with just what you want – you now have to account for the…

• 16 Sep 2020 by Celine H
• 8 min read
• 0

Should You Buy A Newly MOP-ed Resale HDB Or BTO If You Plan To Upgrade In 5 Years? (We Analyse 14 Years Of Transactions)

62 months. That’s how long you might have to wait for if you’re one of the buyers looking at the UrbanVille @ Woodlands HDB BTO project. Is it any wonder then, that many young buyers are pushed to look for…

• 17 Aug 2020 by Reuben
• 9 min read
• 2

Should You Upgrade To A Condo, Or Just A Bigger Resale Flat?

So your five year Minimum Occupation Period (MOP) is up, and you know what the whole internet screams at you to do: upgrade! Sell one, buy two! Buy a prime district condo, it’s more affordable than you think! Etc. Except…

• 1 Aug 2020 by Ryan J
• 6 min read
• 1

Cascadia Condo Review: Family Friendly But Unspacious Grounds

A family friendly condo with limited open grounds.

• 15 Jul 2020 by Reuben
• 20 min read
• 0

Getting Your Child Into A Top Primary School And Finding Your Dream Home: Here’s How This Tool Can Help

“Successfully enrolling your child into the top primary schools in Singapore is akin to winning 4D… followed by TOTO.” It might sound incredulous, but ask any parent that has been through the rigmarole of getting their child into primary school…

• 29 May 2020 by Druce
• 10 min read
• 2

Top Family-Friendly Condos in Singapore

If you’re looking for a family-friendly condo in Singapore, you’ll soon run into the same issues others complain about: if there are good schools nearby, it tends to be too expensive. If it’s well connected, the road noise is a…

• 9 May 2020 by Ryan J
• 8 min read
• 1

Signature Park Review: All About Family Living

The dawn of the 21st century brought many positive changes to Singapore – and perhaps one of the most influential was Signature Park to the real estate market.

• 3 Nov 2019 by Reuben
• 16 min read
• 1

Olloi Condo Review: Family-Focused Boutique Condo

As someone who has lived in the West side all my life, it’s hard to imagine living anywhere else in Singapore. After all, the West side is familiar territory and is constantly being revamped.

• 22 May 2019 by Sean
• 12 min read
• 0

Fifth Avenue Condo Review: Good potential near top schools in Singapore

Fifth Avenue condo is another relatively unknown condominium that is on the prestigious Fifth Avenue and is accessible from Sixth Avenue itself.

• 15 May 2019 by Sean
• 8 min read
• 1

Interlace Condo Review: Spacious Units, Subjective Design But Really Great For Families

The Interlace Condo was one of the most talked about condo launches in Singapore, partly because of its previous history (Gillman Heights) and its design reveal by renowned architect Ole Scheeren, who designed Duo Residences as well.

• 24 May 2018 by Druce
• 19 min read
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Sell HDB buy Condo: Can you actually upgrade to a CONDO and have a SECOND PROPERTY?

NEWSFLASH!!! You can upgrade to a CONDO and have a SECOND PROPERTY with additional CASH IN THE BANK! Sound familiar? Perhaps it rings a bell to you because you’ve been scrolling through your Facebook feeds. Well, recently we have been…

• 12 Dec 2017 by Ryan
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The Palette Condo Review – A Good Family Condo In The East

The Palette is located on Pasir Ris Grove amongst a nice enclave of private properties in Pasir Ris. One interesting thing in the area is that the five condos in the Pasir Ris Grove area, Coco Palms, D’Nest, Livia, NV Residences and the Palette are all built by a combination of Hong Realty/Hong Leong Holdings and City Developments Limited (CDL).

• 6 Sep 2017 by Druce
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