This is a question that has come to the forefront of late. For those looking to upgrade to a condo, there are two counterbalancing factors: higher resale flat prices seem to lower the risk of negative cash sales; but at…
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24 Jan 2023
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Despite all the renovation horror stories going around, it still takes a certain type of person to attempt to design their home on their own without a designer. For Ethan (*not his real name for privacy reasons), he decided to…
Homeowner Stories
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23 Jan 2023
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Whether you’re a homeowner or a landlord, having an MRT station nearby is still a major draw; and given the fewer launches in 2023 (compared to 2020/21), it’s important to be a bit more picky. There’s also just the “small”…
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21 Jan 2023
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Hello, We’ve read with interest on your advice columns, and we especially appreciate the effort and detail put into the responses. My wife and I are in a bit of a dilemma. We live in a 3-room HDB in Clementi…
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20 Jan 2023
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We’ll start off with a warning: as of January 2023, prices are at an all-time high. We’d hesitate to call any new launch condo “cheap” at the moment; so what we’ve detailed below are not so much bargains, just the…
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19 Jan 2023
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In this week’s episode, we revisit the Tanglin Halt area to tour a 4-room flat located in an HDB development called Commonwealth View. The development was completed in 2008 and houses a total of 379 units with a wide range…
Home Tours
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19 Jan 2023
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We all know how home renovations can add up to quite a huge amount when it comes to buying a new home. From the costs of hacking, installing new flooring, carpentry and even the lighting can all add up. Not…
On The Market
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19 Jan 2023
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The pandemic might have just been one of the worst times to buy a home. Unless you were one of the brave ones that went ahead during the early stages (the beginning of 2020), the constantly rising prices and terribly…
Homeowner Stories
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18 Jan 2023
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You know, I remember a time when laptops all looked the same – boring, grey and boxy. They were functional, sure, but from a design perspective, well, it’s as boring as watching paint dry. And then Apple came along and…
Design
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18 Jan 2023
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This week, we tour a fascinating 4-room BTO flat in Bedok that is unlike most homes you’ve seen. Homeowners Nathaniel and Janeen are the proud owners of a home that has been nearly entirely thrifted and sourced from marketplaces like…
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18 Jan 2023
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As of 2023, new launches averaging $2,000 psf have priced out a great many home buyers; even HDB upgraders. And although the pandemic seems to be behind us (fingers crossed), the demand for bigger homes has still continued unabated. The…
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17 Jan 2023
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For those who are not too familiar with the Bukit Panjang area, this neighbourhood located in the West is well-loved for its abundance of greenery and low-density living. Its proximity to some of Singapore’s best nature spots like Bukit Timah…
Condo Reviews
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17 Jan 2023
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In this week’s Insider Tour, we head to the east where we look at another DBSS – Belvia. This DBSS is located in the mature estate of Bedok and is just about a 7-9 minute walk way from Bedok North…
Home Tours
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17 Jan 2023
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Finding a unit in these near-complete (or completed) condos can be a challenge. But if you really need one, contact us on Stacked and we’ll see what we can do; sometimes there’s an odd leftover unit, or a buyer who…
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16 Jan 2023
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A while back, a reader asked for a review of the Toh Tuck area, and so off I went. But while exploring the area, another lesser-known estate (Jurong Park Estate) caught my eye, so I thought I’d do a tour…
Landed Home Tours
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15 Jan 2023
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This week we visit the stunning Executive Apartment of homeowners SH and Alvin, a 1,650 square feet oasis where natural materials and plants come together to create an inviting and cosy atmosphere. As you enter the home, you’ll be greeted…
Home Tours
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15 Jan 2023
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With resale flat prices at record highs, there’s a tendency to assume negative cash sales won’t happen right now. But it’s not always true that selling your flat right after MOP will yield sufficient cash for a condo down payment,…
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14 Jan 2023
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Hi Ryan, Really like the outreach that you’ve done. I do have a couple of questions which I would appreciate your expert opinion on. It might even serve as reference/ inspiration for content down the road: My husband and I…
Property Advice
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13 Jan 2023
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