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Terrace to Semi-D: Is the Upgrade Really Worth the Extra $2–3 Million?
This article explores whether upgrading from a terrace to a semi-detached house in Singapore is worth the extra $2–3 million, beyond just the label. It delves into the tangible benefits like land, frontage, privacy, and buildability.
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The $3 Million Question at Thomson Reserve: At What Point Does a New Launch Stop Making Sense?
This article explores the critical question of when a new launch like Thomson Reserve becomes less sensible as prices rise, particularly past the $3 million mark. It challenges the obsession with PSF and urges buyers to consider what their
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Thomson Reserve vs Resale Condos: Is the New Launch Premium Really Worth Paying?
If you have $3 million, should you buy a new 3-bedroom at Thomson Reserve — or a larger resale condo nearby for $300,000–$700,000 less? I compare five of Thomson Reserve's strongest resale competitors using actual recent transaction examples.
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One Chuan Grove Facilities Revealed: Why it may be “A Club Med in Your Home”
Fresh from my 7 October 2026 developer update: One Chuan Grove is shaping its facilities around a “Club Med in Your Home” concept, with padel, golf, tennis, a 50m pool, wellness and extensive entertaining spaces. What impressed me most was how thoughtfully some of these facilities have been planned.
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I Nearly Spent $2 Million Rebuilding My Landed House. Instead, I Bought More Land.
I was prepared to spend around $2 million rebuilding my inter-terrace. Then I asked a different question: what if I treated that $2 million as investment capital instead? Here's why I eventually chose to sell, buy more land and move into a semi-D.
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One Chuan Grove Is Official: 12 Things Buyers Should Know Before the February 2027 Launch
Chuan Grove now has a name: One Chuan Grove. With 1,056 homes, 1- to 5-bedroom units and a targeted February 2027 preview, here's my analysis of the 12 things buyers should understand before launch.
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Feng Shui and Landed Homes in Singapore: Should Buyers Really Consider It?
Many Singapore property buyers consider feng shui when choosing a landed home. This article explores how traditional beliefs often overlap with practical property concerns, guiding you through common considerations.
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Lucerne Grand Sold 61% at Launch — But the 4-Bedroom Result Is the Number I'm Watching
Lucerne Grand sold 350 of 570 homes at launch at an average $2,480 psf. But the statistic I'm watching is the 87.2% take-up of its 4-Bedroom Premium units. Here's why it matters for future West-side projects and Singapore's 2027 launch market.
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What Is Plot Ratio for Landed Property in Singapore? GFA, Built-Up, Envelope Control and Basements Explained
This article clarifies the difference between plot ratio, GFA, and built-up area for Singapore landed properties. It explains how URA's envelope control can limit what you can build, even if the theoretical GFA is higher.
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