A while back, we viewed Kingsville, a landed enclave in King’s Drive, Bukit Timah, which was of interest because of the properties’ leasehold status and thus lower price point. However, for many Singaporeans, buying a leasehold landed house makes no financial sense as (it is believed that) the value of a leasehold house decreases as […] The post Touring A Convenient Freehold Landed Estate Next To Farrer Road MRT And An HDB Estate first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

In this week’s episode, Wee Hian, an insurance professional, and Ashley, an interior designer, showcase their design in a 1980s 5-room HDB flat. Spanning 118 square metres, this home is crafted for comfort, gatherings, and a vivid display of their personalities and collectables. The post Inside An Interior Designer’s Colour-Packed 5-Room HDB Built In The 1980s first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Maybe there’s a use for those shuttered stores in old, empty malls. Integrated and mixed-use projects aren’t a new concept in Singapore; but here’s a spin we’re seeing in the US: turning some of those closed-down stores into small, single-bedder units. Granted, 250 sq. ft. is not something you can start a family in; but for […] The post The Changing Property Trends In Singapore first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

It’s not just the festive season, it’s also home loan season: with interest rates cooling a bit, quite several Singaporeans are seeking to refinance into cheaper mortgages. At the same time, we’re seeing strong transaction volumes as condo sales pick up. For those of you struggling with home loan applications, or may need a mortgage […] The post How My Home Loan In Singapore Was Rejected (And How I Fixed It) first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

So I received this really interesting question. It’s from a 35 year old, married with kids, and approximately $3 million in net worth. Looking to invest to grow his wealth. The question is very interesting and fleshes out his situation, so it’s worth reading in full (details have been edited to protect his privacy): Hi […] The post 35 year old with $3 million net worth – How to invest to grow wealth aggressively? first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Hi Ryan, Lovely to e-meet you! I’m a new subscriber of yours and love your deeply insightful property content that can be easily understood, even for users like me who are new in this property purchase journey. I am looking to make my first property purchase and came across Stacked through search engine and also […] The post Is A $1.3M Budget Enough For A Freehold 2-Bedroom Condo In 2024 (A Closer Look At Noma) first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Not everyone has the ability to buy their first home at 35 or younger. Circumstances force some to start late, perhaps from their 40s or even after. Whatever the reasons, these buyers may face some additional hazards. It’s not just about making sure the lease lasts until you’re 95; you also need to consider financing […] The post Buying Your First Property After 40 In Singapore: Hidden Risks To Look Out For first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

In this week’s episode, we explore a 5-room flat in Hougang, measuring approximately 1,256 sqft. Designed with an emphasis on entertaining, the home features a layout that fosters openness, with the kitchen as the central hub. The couple, who hosts guests frequently, wanted each space to maintain visual connectivity with the kitchen, especially for their […] The post Inside A Chef’s 5-Room Mid-Century Apartment With A Central Kitchen first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Some time back, we visitedSwanage Road in Katong, where you can find terrace houses located within walking distance of many cafes, restaurants, shops, Chung Cheng High School, and Tanjong Katong Girls’ School. (Landed houses can sometimes be rather removed from amenities hence the appeal.) If you liked what you saw, but need more space, consider […] The post What $11.3 Million Gets You In Katong: Touring Prime Freehold Landed Homes first appeared on TheFinance.sg.