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On 11th August 2026

Source & Credit: Article Summary Recent data shows Singapore's public (HDB resale) and private housing prices moving in opposite directions: HDB resale prices have seen a slight decline for three consecutive quarters, while private home prices continue to rise. This divergence has sparked fears that the two markets are permanently separating (or "decoupling"). This fear is causing panic among some buyers, leading to "fear of missing out" (FOMO) and a rush to buy private property before it becomes completely out of reach. However, the article's author argues that this separation is an illusion. The two markets remain deeply interconnected due to: * Overlapping Buyers: Middle-income households often weigh their options between high-end HDB flats (like resale or executive condos) and entry-level private condos based on their budget. * The Property Life-Cycle: The markets are linked by households moving between them. Young families often upgrade from subsidized HDBs to private condos, while older retirees frequently sell private homes to downgrade to HDB flats to free up retirement funds. The Key Warning for Buyers The author warns against making fear-driven, premature property purchases based on the myth of decoupling. Rushing into the market often leads to buyers stretching themselves financially. Recent data shows that buyers who hold properties for shorter periods are seeing significantly lower returns compared to historical averages. Ultimately, buyers are advised to base their housing decisions on long-term affordability and actual consumption needs, rather than short-term speculation or FOMO.

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Good Morning Master, we are purchasing a new house and would like to invite you down to view. would you prefer coming down before or after the key collection? no renovation works will be done since it’s in move in condition

The hong bao for stove and drawer need put how long? hong bao at stove suppose to use up. For the drawers, it is like depositing money ... into the house. Withdraw - if move-out. Else Permanent

For money safe what colour better? Safes are always sold either black, grey, gunmetal colours. No safe that is bright yellow, red , green or blue.l Even if want such colours.... go spray paint them So can take black or gray? Feng Shui does not micro manage colours such as black or grey for safes.

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Dunearn House vs Amberwood?

Why a Tik Tok Feng Shui Master’s Feng Shui Ranking Recommendation Can Be Wrong About this Case Study A client asked why my top-five HDB Farrer Park Arena stack rankings did not include stacks recommended in a TikTok by another Feng Shui Master. I explained I excluded those stacks because they have major Feng Shui flaws. Although stacks like #222, #226, #234, and #240 may look attractive and have similar facings to my top picks, their kitchen layout likely forces the stove into the NW sector (“Fire at Heaven’s Gate”), which is why they should be avoided. +++ Yellow Stacks #234, #246, #226, and #222 affected by unlucky Fire at Heaven's Gate +++ Case Study: Completed the ranking of 4 Bedrooms at Farrer Park Arena for the client on 31 October 2023 Client: Thank you Master Cecil, i got some burning questions, is it ok to ask u. Client: According to your case study, 234, 246, 226 & 222 are also south east facing same as the choice u given me 236, 228, 248 Client: "so master so am i right to say what is shared in the video above is not true? this is shared with me by a friend" (The client forwarded the TikTok video where the Feng Shui Master recommends stacks 234, 246, 226, and 222 as his choices, but I avoided these stacks. Why?) The Feng Shui master can plot a Flying Star chart but forgot that the kitchen especially the stove is at NW = Fire at Heaven's Gate. What kind of Feng Shui advice is he giving people? He Sabo many people.. LOL If the Feng Shui Master has done his homework properly, my client would not have any "burning" questions. LOL Did you buy any units in these stacks: 234, 246, 226, and 222, suggested by the Master in the "purple" TikTok video? Reference:

The truth about annual Feng Shui products: what’s sold as tradition has become a highly profitable buying trap. What many people don’t realize: annual Feng Shui products are less about balance and more about selling fear. Annual Feng Shui products aren’t guidance they’re a carefully engineered sales cycle. Let’s call it what it is: the annual Feng Shui buying cycle has become a commercialized scam. Understanding the Commercial Side of Modern Feng Shui The Annual Feng Shui Money Trap: Why You’re Told to Buy for All Nine Sectors Every Year The Feng Shui Sales Machine: How Annual “Cures” Turn Advice into Retail Annual Feng Shui Products Explained: Nine Sectors, Endless Purchases Separating Authentic Feng Shui from Product-Driven Practices Feng Shui Without Forced Buying: What Clients Are Rarely Told Many Feng Shui shops deliberately push customers to buy new items year after year, making it seem like these purchases are unavoidable. The bigger the family, the more objects we’re told we need, filling our homes with products we never truly needed in the first place. Over time, this becomes a repeating cycle—almost like an addiction—where people feel they have to make an annual pilgrimage to these so‑called Feng Shui masters. Fear, superstition, and guilt are quietly used to pressure people into buying again and again. In the end, the real purpose becomes clear: generating super‑normal profits for the sellers, while ordinary people unknowingly become their victims. Recognizing this pattern is the first step toward breaking free from it. Behind the friendly advice lies a clear motive: to push customers into buying as many products as possible—one for each of the nine sectors of their home. This isn’t guidance; it’s systematic upselling disguised as tradition. If we want this cycle to end, it starts with us. Please spread the word: when people stop buying out of fear, the selling stops too.

On 6th August 2026

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Hi, I've been reading your resources directory at resources.geomancy.net - it's one of the most comprehensive Chinese metaphysics link collections I've come across.

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Nah selling my condo to downgrade to hdb Since the new rule For re-sale, these are the two services A. Off-site Can or cannot buy Re-sale: B. On-site Can or cannot buy Re-sale: https://www.geomancy.net/forums/blogs/entry/11-on-site-house-hunting-can-or-cannot-buy-review-of-a-re-sale-home/ And C. D.I.Y. House hunting kit: https://www.geomancy.net/forums/blogs/entry/20-do-it-yourself-diy-house-hunting-can-or-cannot-buy-finding-a-good-home-kit/

May I clarify, for #29-584, would the "good luck in romance" affects my marriage? Or does it mean that my wife and I are happier together? 😊 "Good luck in romance" is a well-wish or expression used to hope that someone has success, happiness, and positive experiences in their love life. Depending on a person's relationship status, it can mean slightly different things: * If you are single: It usually means the person is wishing you success in finding a good partner, having fun and safe dates, or meeting someone special who makes you happy. * If you are newly dating someone: It means they hope the connection blossoms into a healthy, loving relationship and that things go smoothly. * If you are in a committed relationship: It can mean they are wishing you continued happiness, harmony, and strength as a couple, or success in taking a next big step (like moving in together or getting married). * After a breakup: It is often said as a way of wishing you better fortune, healing, and happier relationships in the future. Essentially, it is just a friendly way of saying, "I hope everything goes well for you in your love life!"

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No More 15-Month Wait: Private Homeowners Cheer as HDB Resale Wait-Out Period is Lifted If you’ve been thinking about selling your private property to move into an HDB resale flat, there is finally some good news. According to a recent report by The Straits Times, the government has officially lifted the 15-month wait-out period with immediate effect. Here is a quick summary of what this major policy change means for homeowners and the Singapore housing market. The End of the 15-Month Headache Introduced back in September 2022 as a property cooling measure, the wait-out period required cash-rich private homeowners to wait 15 months after selling their property before they could buy a non-subsidized HDB resale flat. While intended to curb rapidly rising resale prices, the rule created a massive logistical headache. Sellers were forced into finding temporary alternative housing—often meaning they had to rent a place or move in with relatives, effectively forcing them to move house twice. A Huge Relief, Especially for Seniors The lifting of the ban is being celebrated as a major relief, particularly for older Singaporeans looking to right-size their homes for retirement. While seniors aged 55 and above previously had an exemption, it came with a catch: they could only immediately buy a 4-room or smaller flat. For seniors like 67-year-old Tony Ang, featured in the ST article, a 4-room flat was too small to host his children and extended family. With the wait-out period gone, he and others can now immediately purchase 5-room or larger resale flats without the stress, physical toll, and financial drain of moving twice. Will This Cause HDB Prices to Spike? With private homeowners suddenly re-entering the market, will HDB resale prices skyrocket? Property analysts interviewed by The Straits Times don't expect a sudden, massive spike. Here’s why: * It's a Major Life Decision: Moving from a private home to an HDB isn't a whimsical choice; it requires careful consideration of lifestyle, family needs, and finances. A policy change alone won't trigger a sudden stampede. * Adequate Supply: Analysts believe the current supply of new and resale homes should be enough to meet the returning demand. * Targeted Demand: Experts do expect to see a healthy recovery in the demand for 5-room and larger resale flats, as transactions for these specific flat types had dropped significantly during the wait-out period. The Bottom Line The immediate lifting of the wait-out period brings much-needed flexibility and peace of mind back to private homeowners looking to transition to public housing. It removes the uncertainty of fluctuating rental markets and spares families the physical exhaustion of multiple moves. +++ Source & Credit

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