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Here are some practical, easy-to-visualise examples of how line of sight can affect perceived value and buyer demand: 1. Same block, different facing Scenario: Two units in the same condo/HDB block: - Unit A: Living room and balcony face directly towards a crematorium/temple. You can clearly see it from the windows. - Unit B: Faces an internal garden or another block; the crematorium/temple is behind the building and not visible at all. Effect: - Many buyers will still be okay with Unit B but will reject Unit A immediately. - Even if both are the same size and floor, Unit A often sells slower and may need a discount to attract buyers. - In markets where such views are considered inauspicious, agents commonly see a noticeable difference in both demand and price between “good facing” and “bad facing” stacks. 2. Same distance, different line of sight Scenario: Two houses on the same street: - House 1: Direct line of sight to the crematorium/temple from the front gate and main windows. - House 2: Same physical distance, but another row of houses or tall trees completely block the view. Effect: - Buyers often react emotionally to what they *see*, not the exact distance on a map. - House 1 may feel “too close” or “uncomfortable” because the structure is constantly in view. - House 2 feels more “normal” to most buyers, even though the location is technically just as near. 3. Different rooms, different impact Scenario: Apartment - Bedroom and living room windows look directly at the crematorium. - Kitchen faces a neutral view. Apartment - Only the kitchen/service yard has partial view of the crematorium. - Main living spaces face greenery or other buildings. Effect: - D is usually more acceptable to buyers because the “main living feel” of the home is not affected. - C feels like it has a constant reminder in the most-used spaces, reducing appeal. 4. Visual quality matters too Not all temples or places of worship have a negative impact: - A **noisy**, very busy temple with bright lights, loud bells, or frequent events can reduce desirability if it’s in direct view (and hearing). - A **beautiful, quiet** historical church or temple seen from a distance can actually be neutral or even slightly positive for some buyers, especially if it enhances the skyline. So the impact is not only *what* you see, but also *how* it looks and how it affects daily comfort (noise, traffic, crowds). 5. Resale psychology Even if *you* personally don’t mind the view: - You have to think in terms of the **average buyer** in your market. - If a significant portion of buyers (due to culture, religion, or superstition) prefers to avoid direct line of sight to a crematorium/temple, that reduces your future buyer pool. - Smaller buyer pool often means either: - Longer time to sell, or - Needing to accept a lower price compared to similar units without that view. --- In short: Line of sight tends to matter more than pure distance for many people. Two homes can be equally close, but the one that doesn’t “feel” close—because you can’t see the crematorium/temple—usually has better demand and holds value better. If you tell me which country/city you’re buying in, I can tailor this to how buyers there typically think (e.g., strong feng shui concerns vs more neutral).

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Feng Shui is not everything. Chinese customs is about having even number of chairs and a stable table. But with this one, if you lean to the side, the table might break or tip over, which could cause injuries.

Discover the World’s Oldest Feng Shui Forum (C) Geomancy.net Geomancy.net holds the distinction of being the oldest Feng Shui forum globally, serving as a significant platform for discussions and insights related to this ancient practice. Its longevity underscores its importance as a Leader in the field of Feng Shui. How can we help you today? GET EXPERT HELP: IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH, WEALTH & HAPPINESS TODAY Comprehensive Home Package [A.]: On-site or [B.]: Off-site for HDB / Condo / EC & Landed Properties for New/Re-Sale House or facing financial/ marriage/ relationship/ health issues Do you offer a 1 visit On-site audit? How much? " As much as we see, Geomancy.net has great web presence built up over the years and is seen as one of the SG market leaders in residential house audit. " Transparent Pricing & No Hidden Costs. No Purchase of Products. Cecil Lee, +65 9785-3171 / support@geomancy.net House Hunting? We will help you select the most auspicious unit! Learn More The Experts in House Hunting AUSPICIOUS DATES FOR ONE OR TWO PERSONS Please visit 30 Days Auspicious Date for ONE or TWO Person(s) - FengShui.Geomancy.Net +++ Related: Non-Religious Chinese Customs For New Re-Sale Home +++ ALL ELSE FANNING CALM & LET CECIL HANDLE IT

A leaf from the past So, what has happened to Encyclopaedia Britannica today? Year 2026? Encyclopaedia Britannica isn’t exactly “gone,” but it is far less central than it used to be. The main reasons: 1. The internet changed how we get information - Search engines (Google, etc.) made it faster to just “ask the web” than to consult a multi-volume encyclopedia. - People expect instant, free answers rather than curated, paid reference sets. 2. Wikipedia’s dominance - Wikipedia is free, massive, and updated constantly by millions of contributors. - For most everyday questions, Wikipedia appears first in search results, so users rarely go looking for Britannica specifically. - Britannica is expert-edited and more controlled, but most users prioritize convenience over editorial rigor. - I recently read that major search engines can manipulate search results, and that some even just leave out Wikipedia's results entirely. LOL 3. Cost and access model - The old printed sets were extremely expensive and bulky. - Even Britannica Online is behind a paywall for much of its content, while competitors are free. - Schools and libraries that once bought full sets now rely on cheaper or free digital resources. 4. Update speed and scale - A traditional editorial process is slower and more expensive. - Wikipedia and other crowd-sourced platforms can update an article within minutes of a news event; Britannica can’t match that pace with the same breadth. 5. Shift in how people learn - Students use YouTube, TikTok explainers, blogs, MOOCs, and interactive tools instead of reading long reference articles. - Multimedia and bite-sized content have replaced the “read an encyclopedia article” model for many learners. 6. Britannica’s pivot - Britannica now focuses more on **education products** (curriculum, learning platforms, school resources) rather than being *the* reference source for the general public. - It still has authority and brand value, but in a narrower, more specialized role. +++ So, what has happened to Encyclopaedia Britannica today: Year 2026? Britannica is less visible and less central in everyday life because cheaper, faster, more open alternatives have taken over the general-reference space even though Britannica still exists as a credible, more traditional source. The Brutal Truth I recently read that major search engines can manipulate search results, and that some even just leave out Wikipedia's results entirely. LOL

Extract of Feng Shui Compass Readings: For those who are conservative in only considering e.g. standing inside the main door looking out to take a compass reading of the FRONTAGE; Could perhaps look at this layout plan. In my opinion, the facing direction should instead be standing at marking A taking a reading towards marking B. Be it from the living / dining; master bedroom or bedroom 3 (blue marking A to B). This is because in the past when many of the text-books were written; there were no high rise buildings for the ancient geomancers to write about. For example who would be living inside a pagoda structure. Source: +++ Aside from the mechanics of Flying Star Feng Shui, one helpful reason to take readings this way is that, unlike a reading taken from the center of a home, the outcome can vary depending on how you decide where that center is. However, when you take readings (above) from point A toward point B, the process is clear, simple, and makes sure there’s no confusion or ambiguity in these standard readings. - Cecil Lee, Geomancy.net

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How a house is assessed for its suitability – whether you can or cannot buy it according to Feng Shui Part 1 of 3 = How suitable is the house - Frontage, Kitchen & Main Bedroom? [30 marks] Part 2 of 3 = How is the luck of the Internal Feng Shui of this house? [35 marks] Part 3 of 3 = External Feng Shui luck? [35 marks] + Overall score/grade [Total = 100 marks].

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Honestly, nobody can truly say they have complete expert knowledge in the field of Flying Star Feng Shui Period Change! Because a 20-year Flying Star Feng Shui cycle doesn’t happen very often, a person will probably experience it only 2 or 3 times in their lifetime. For example, Singapore's life expectancy in 1960 was 64.69 years, so in general, an FSM’s maximum experience of Period changes is at most only 2 to 3 periods. SINGAPORE'S LIFE EXPECTANCY IN 2010 = 81.54 Assuming a FSM starts his Feng Shui career at 20 years old, max is they may only see three period changes only +++ Flying Star Feng Shui doesn’t really work like a PC’s operating system software. In my view, a home doesn’t automatically change its Feng Shui period. It’s a bit different from the way software on a modern smartphone or PC updates itself automatically.

Be careful of this old Feng Shui scam Many Feng Shui Masters are essentially running Feng Shui stores in disguise. Genuine Feng Shui is not about buying lots of commercial products in its name. Always ask: “Do I really need to buy this from you?” In fact, the biggest offenders today are Feng Shui Masters with lineages. They seem more interested in selling so-called “lifestyle” products than actually providing proper Feng Shui advice. +++ What Chat GPT Says about Geomancy.net You’ve hit on a major issue that countless people have noticed but few openly discuss. The commercialization of Feng Shui has led to an abundance of practitioners acting more like salespeople than genuine consultants. Instead of focusing on the core principles—energy flow, spatial arrangement, harmony—many have shifted toward selling "Feng Shui" products, often with little real impact beyond their price tags. Your approach to **question everything**—especially with "Must I buy from YOU?"—is wise and empowering. It cuts through the sales pitch and gets to the heart of what’s authentic and necessary. The rise of so-called lineage masters intensifies this issue. Their supposed credibility is often used to market expensive lifestyle items, creating a business model where advice is intertwined (or even dependent on) product sales. Genuine Feng Shui, however, is about harnessing the natural flow of energy using knowledge and intent, not buying endless objects. **A few ways to keep things real:** - **Ask for advice first, products second.** A true practitioner can explain remedies or suggestions without immediately pushing sales. - **Know that authentic Feng Shui relies more on placement and timing than material goods.** Your home’s orientation, layout, and how you use space matter most—objects are secondary or sometimes unnecessary. - **Be skeptical if someone says you need to buy their exclusive items for results.** Often, similar solutions are available or even unnecessary. In short: Your instincts are right. Genuine Feng Shui should help people—not turn anyone into a captive customer. Hold onto that critical mindset, and you’ll always be able to separate authentic guidance from the noise of commercialization. From Day 1, we share your concern From the very first day, we acknowledge your concerns. We will never offer you any products for sale! Numerous Feng Shui Masters operate as a Feng Shui Store in disguise. Caution: Even individuals who assert they possess a Feng Shui Lineage are just as culpable of this. IN SUMMARY The main takeaway from the text is a cautionary message about the potential deceit within the Feng Shui community, highlighting that some practitioners may prioritize sales over genuine guidance, regardless of their claimed expertise or lineage. Ask: "Must I buy from you?" Best Site on the Web: Posted on March 10, 2003

Summary My write-up contrasts differing Feng Shui views on using five‑bulb lighting and explains why the home’s centrepoint should generally remain clear, naturally lit, and free of problematic elements—especially water—due to the strong, year‑round influence of the earth element and its association with misfortune. Key Takeaways • Shapes and Form practitioners may use five‑bulb lighting to counter Sha Qi, while Flying Star practitioners avoid the number 5 due to its link to misfortune. • Natural lighting is preferable at the home’s centrepoint; artificial lighting should be minimal. • The centrepoint should be kept clear for optimal energy flow. • Water features at the centrepoint are especially problematic. • Fire theoretically strengthens the earth element, which governs the centrepoint, but practical application varies. • The earth element is strong year‑round and associated with Star 5, contributing to potential issues. • Five lights at the centre are not considered activated unless frequently used.

Compass readings differ based on the spot from which they are taken. Compass readings vary by location due to magnetic declination, which is the angle difference between magnetic north and true north. Understanding how to take accurate readings is essential for effective application of Flying Star Feng Shui EXTRACT / SAMPLE +++ Source & Credit: Facebook Various iPhone models produce distinct compass readings. Just because you took some readings and appear to be that reading time and time again.... Go ahead! LOL Kee Chiu means Raise Up your Hands +++ Understand Why?

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AVOID THIS DO THIS! Since 1996, (C) Geomancy.net FANNING CALM AND LET CECIL HANDLE IT Best wishes, Cecil Lee Han Tiong Principal Consultant and Founder GEOMANCY.NET: Center for Applied Feng Shui Research +65 9785-3171 / support@geomancy.net

BEWARE OF THIS AGE-OLD FENG SHUI SCAM No wonder, Feng Shui suffers from a bad reputation, today I’m quite skeptical of the claim that only the expensive “cures” from Grand Master L*** T** are authentic and that cheaper or similar items “won’t work.” Feng Shui is an ancient practice based on landforms, directions, layout, and timing. For centuries, people applied Feng Shui without branded items or “exclusive” cures from one seller. So it doesn’t make sense that, suddenly, only products from a particular site are effective, especially when the seller is also the one promoting that idea. Claims like “our items are embedded with mantras” or “only our activated cures work” are also impossible for an ordinary person to verify. Most of the “proof” tends to be personal stories, which can easily be influenced by belief and expectation. As sites like Geomancy.net point out, genuine Feng Shui should primarily rely on proper analysis and adjustment of space, not on forcing people to buy expensive objects from one source. To me, it’s a red flag when: - The consultant is also a shop, - You’re told cheaper or similar items are useless by default, and - The solution always involves buying more products from them. I’d really like to hear others’ views: - Do you think authentic Feng Shui truly depends on special branded cures from one master? - Have you seen clear results from layout/usage changes versus objects? - How do you personally tell the difference between genuine Feng Shui practice and sales tactics? I am a Feng Shui Master who simply does not believe in fake commercial Feng Shui products. Out of every ten, seven Feng Shui Masters are fake. Choose carefully: just ask, do I have to buy from you? In my opinion, more than 70 percent of all Feng Shui Masters in the world though the exact percentage depends on the region they are in. Cecil Lee, Geomancy.net January 15th 2026 +++ A LONGER TAKE ON THIS GRAND MASTER'S CON 1. Glad that you had raised this fundamental core issue: Questioning a commercial claim: > “Only cures sold by Grand Master L****** T** are authentic and embedded with mantras. Cheaper Feng Shui cures are not authentic and will not work.” 1.1. You correctly find this suspicious because: - Feng Shui is an ancient practice. - Historically, there were no branded “cures” being sold in this way. - Some people say they “tested” both expensive and cheap cures—but this is anecdotal and not clearly verifiable. Thus you are seeking support to examine whether these claims are logical or just marketing. 2. My Key Logical Points: (a.) Feng Shui traditionally is about principles, not products - Classical Feng Shui focuses on: - Qi (energy) flow - Orientation of the building - Layout of rooms, doors, windows - Timing (e.g., Flying Stars, yearly energies) - Historically, practitioners *adjusted the space*—they didn’t rely on branded statues, coins, or charms sold by a single master. - Therefore, the idea that only modern commercial items from one website are “authentic” is inconsistent with the history of the practice. (b.) If Feng Shui worked for centuries without branded cures, then it cannot suddenly be true that only one seller’s products are effective. (c.) “You must buy from me” is a sales tactic, not spiritual logic When someone says: - “Only my cures work.” - “If you buy similar items elsewhere, they are useless.” - “You must get my embedded mantras or it won’t work.” This creates a motive based on the seller's sales tactics as they try to apply a closed system where: - The practitioner is both the advisor *and* the product seller. - Your results are tied to buying from them, not to understanding Feng Shui. We can argue that in any field (medicine, therapy, consulting), it’s a red flag when the person giving the advice insists that only their proprietary products can solve your problems. This mixes spiritual guidance with commercial dependency. (d.) Claims about “mantras embedded in products” are not verifiable You have also implicitly raising a scientific and logical point: - How can anyone objectively verify that a mantra is “embedded” in a product? - How do we measure the difference between: - An expensive “activated” product vs. - A similar inexpensive object bought elsewhere? Most reports that “expensive ones work, cheap ones don’t” are: - Personal experiences (which can be influenced by: - Placebo effect - Expectation - Confirmation bias: noticing only what supports the belief) - Not controlled tests or evidence. Extraordinary claims (“only my activated cures work”) require strong evidence. If there is no way for an ordinary person to test or verify these claims, we should be cautious about accepting them blindly especially when large sums of money are involved. (d.) Good Feng Shui advice should not depend on buying products This connects well with the Geomancy.net stance: - A genuine consultant should be able to: - Explain what is wrong with the layout or timing. - Suggest practical adjustments: move furniture, change room usage, adjust doors/windows usage, colours, lighting, etc. - *Optionally* suggest symbolic items, but not as a mandatory purchase from them. Geomancy.net’s position: - We do not sell products. - We warn that many “masters” behave like shops in disguise. - We emphasize that Feng Shui is about: - Placement - Orientation - Timing - Not about buying endless expensive objects. We can argue that if a practitioner’s Feng Shui advice only works when you buy their branded items, that suggests their practice may be product-driven rather than principle-driven. +++ In Summary - Feng Shui is an ancient practice that originally focused on land forms, orientation, layout, and timing—not on branded “cures” sold by a single master. - When someone claims that only their products are “authentic” and that nothing bought elsewhere will work, this sounds more like a marketing strategy than traditional Feng Shui. - The idea of mantras being “embedded” in objects is not something an ordinary person can verify. Claims like “only our activated items work” are hard to test and are often supported only by personal stories, which can easily be influenced by belief and expectation. - Genuine Feng Shui, as many traditional schools and sites like Geomancy.net point out, should be able to improve a situation through understanding of energy flow, placement, and timing. Products are optional tools at best, not mandatory purchases from one supplier. - For this reason, I’m skeptical of any system where you are told that you *must* buy expensive items from a specific master, or where cheaper, similar items are declared “useless” by default. I believe Feng Shui should empower people, not trap them into being loyal customers of a particular shop. You wrote: I’d like to hear others’ thoughts: - Do you believe authentic Feng Shui requires buying specific branded cures from one master? - Have you seen real, consistent results that clearly depended on an “activated” product rather than on changes in layout, behavior, or timing? - How do you personally distinguish between genuine practice and commercial upselling? 4. Main Takeaway Geomancy,net’s logical position is: - Authentic Feng Shui = knowledge, analysis, and adjustments to space and timing. - Commercialized Feng Shui = selling fear and hope through expensive “exclusive” cures. - Claiming “only my pricey products work” is a red flag that deserves skepticism, not automatic trust. Be careful of this old Feng Shui scam Many Feng Shui Masters are essentially running Feng Shui stores in disguise. Genuine Feng Shui is not about buying lots of commercial products in its name. Always ask: “Do I really need to buy this from you?” In fact, the biggest offenders today are Feng Shui Masters with lineages. They seem more interested in selling so-called “lifestyle” products than actually providing proper Feng Shui advice. +++ What Chat GPT Says about Geomancy.net You’ve hit on a major issue that countless people have noticed but few openly discuss. The commercialization of Feng Shui has led to an abundance of practitioners acting more like salespeople than genuine consultants. Instead of focusing on the core principles—energy flow, spatial arrangement, harmony—many have shifted toward selling "Feng Shui" products, often with little real impact beyond their price tags. Your approach to **question everything**—especially with "Must I buy from YOU?"—is wise and empowering. It cuts through the sales pitch and gets to the heart of what’s authentic and necessary. The rise of so-called lineage masters intensifies this issue. Their supposed credibility is often used to market expensive lifestyle items, creating a business model where advice is intertwined (or even dependent on) product sales. Genuine Feng Shui, however, is about harnessing the natural flow of energy using knowledge and intent, not buying endless objects. **A few ways to keep things real:** - **Ask for advice first, products second.** A true practitioner can explain remedies or suggestions without immediately pushing sales. - **Know that authentic Feng Shui relies more on placement and timing than material goods.** Your home’s orientation, layout, and how you use space matter most—objects are secondary or sometimes unnecessary. - **Be skeptical if someone says you need to buy their exclusive items for results.** Often, similar solutions are available or even unnecessary. In short: Your instincts are right. Genuine Feng Shui should help people—not turn anyone into a captive customer. Hold onto that critical mindset, and you’ll always be able to separate authentic guidance from the noise of commercialization. From Day 1, we share your concern From the very first day, we acknowledge your concerns. We will never offer you any products for sale! Numerous Feng Shui Masters operate as a Feng Shui Store in disguise. Caution: Even individuals who assert they possess a Feng Shui Lineage are just as culpable of this. IN SUMMARY The main takeaway from the text is a cautionary message about the potential deceit within the Feng Shui community, highlighting that some practitioners may prioritize sales over genuine guidance, regardless of their claimed expertise or lineage. Ask: "Must I buy from you?" Best Site on the Web: Posted on March 10, 2003

Hold on just a moment! Facing direction is no accident. It’s intentional and one of the key fundamentals in Flying Star Feng Shui. It’s quite uncommon for Flying Star Feng Shui readings to be taken from the center of the house. +++ For High rise apartments An In-depth understanding of the Frontage of a home. Is it always the main door? Who are the Conservatives & the Modernist. What lead to the Conservatives use of the Main Door only? 1. Who are the Conservatives and the Modernists? 2. An in-depth understanding of why the Conservatives has misunderstood the knowledge passed down by the ancients. https://www.geomancy.net/forums/topic/16637-an-in-depth-understanding-of-the-frontage-of-a-home-is-it-always-the-main-door-who-are-the-conservatives-the-modernist-what-lead-to-the-conservatives-use-of-the-main-door-only/ For High Rise Compass Reading should be taken from the living room looking out of it. For eg. towards the living room windows or its balcony (if applicable) For Landed Homes For landed homes, readings are usually taken by standing inside the front door and looking outward [Direction]. Sometimes, if a home’s backyard faces a beautiful lake or a wide, open space, that side of the house can actually be considered the frontage. The frontage doesn’t always have to be the front door of the house.

There seems to be a discrepancy on which way to take the compass reading in order to get the facing palace and exact direction to plot natal flying stars. Some say, take it at the front door in the threshold, while others say you need to take the direction from the center of the home. If taking the direction from the center of the home is accurate, why would anybody angle their door to change the incoming direction? Please clarify which os most accurate and why. Thanks

I was told that cures sold by grand master l****** T** are authentic and embedded with mantras and that all other Feng Shui cures at cheaper prices are not authentic and will not work. Some people told me they've tried to test both the cheaper versus "authentic" and that the cheaper ones don't work compared to the more expensive cures from that specific site. This doesn't make sense to me since Feng Shui is an ancient practice and there were no such "cures" then. I would like to have a discussion about this and required support. Thanks