The times are changing, and it’s not just the pandemic that caused it (although it sped things up a bit). Amidst big moves like decentralisation, and Work From Home, the very idea of what constitutes “central” – and hence a…
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Have you ever heard of “sub sales” in real estate? These are transactions where a property is sold before it’s even completed, and they make up a surprisingly small portion of the market. This rarity often leads to many questions…
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A while back, a reader requested a tour of Eng Kong estate. I’d not managed to get around to it yet when the second request came in, so it seems there is quite a bit of interest in this landed…
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In this week’s episode, we find ourselves in the heart of Jakarta, exploring a home that stands as a tranquil oasis within the bustling city. The house, a tropical retreat with a touch of Balinese style, has undergone a complete…
Home Tours
Sometimes, winning comes with a sense of apprehension That’s how I would feel, if I were the consortium of developers that won the recent bid for a Marina white site. GuocoLand, Intrepid Investments and TID Residential recently put in a…
Property News
When it comes to the very biggest flats and whether it’s worth paying their high prices today, it seems that everyone has divided opinions. Some will tell you these flats are already at peak prices and quite old, with little…
Property Trends
Hello, I’ve been following stackedhomes for sometime now and find your posts both informative, interesting and enlightening! Would you be able to provide me with some advice or different perspectives for my housing plans? I am a 44-year old single…
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When Chinese developers first entered the Singapore market, there was some skepticism involved. It didn’t help that, during the en-bloc fever of 2017, Chinese developers copped a lot of the blame for pushing up home prices (even though if you…
Property Market Commentary
If you’re on the lookout for a spacious and budget-friendly home, we have narrowed down five of the cheapest 4-bedroom apartments in the market that are under $1.68M. Most of these projects are relatively new and are nestled within a…
On The Market
When it comes to condo facilities, some trends come and go. You can even identify the age of a condo based on the sort of facilities it has (squash courts, anyone?) But while trendy facilities help at launch (and perhaps…
Property Market Commentary
Many Singaporeans are aware of the main drawback of the Minimum Occupancy Period (MOP): ask around, and the most common response it’s “Oh, you can’t sell or rent out so you’re sort of losing money.” While that is one of…
Property Market Commentary
Million-dollar HDB flats are still outliers, making up some one per cent of HDB transactions; and even those that are close to a million (e.g., $800,000 or $900,000) are hardly the majority. However, there’s no denying that these outliers are…
Property Market Commentary
The past few days, there’s been news of three upcoming residential sites being cleared for future residential use; and one of them is even next to an MRT station. Now that we’ve seen the consequences of a tight housing supply,…
Property News
In this week’s episode, we explore a 1,540-square-foot three-bedroom condo located at Evelyn Road. The homeowners sought a balance between social and private spaces, prioritizing a minimal, neat, and spacious design. Entering from the lift lobby, shoe cabinets line the…
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Chestnut Gardens, a charming collection of terrace houses and semi-detached homes, recently captured my attention. These residences, constructed in the 80s or 90s, intriguingly don’t feature elevators – a common trait for buildings of that era. However, what’s particularly notable…
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All hail the digital generation (of property agents) As of this year, we have around 35,251 property agents, up from 34,427 last year; which when we consider how much they like flyers, makes it amazing there are any trees left. …
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The common argument against HDB projects is the lack of facilities. While many of them are designed to be self-contained with essential amenities, the availability and quality of recreational facilities can vary. In some instances, HDB estates are strategically located…
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Hi there Happy 2024 in advance! I have been a silent reader trying to gain bits and pieces of property $ wisdom from your blog (unfortunately I’m still struggling to make sense). So I wanted to seek advice on our…
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