Guidelines on: Is this block good?

[Cecil Lee]

Dear All,

I expect that more users will start posting on this topic. With this in mind, I would like to set out some guidelines to help everyone.

At present, I have outlined several important points. More guidelines may be added in the future.

Here are the guidelines:

1. Please first review this “Can or Cannot Buy” resource:
http://www.geomancy.net/products/po-hunting/po-hunting-faq.htm

2. For house hunting services, visit:
http://www.geomancy.net/products/po-hunting/po-hunting.htm

3. CAN OR CANNOT BUY: Is this block suitable? Free Advice
3.1 Caveat Emptor – Let the buyer beware. Please remember that simply using a website such as http://www.streetdirectory.com only provides a “top-view” of a location.
3.2 Any assessment based solely on this should be considered very preliminary, as it does not include important factors like compass direction, sunlight exposure (east-west or north-south facing), and more.
3.3 This method does not analyze the site, block, or immediate surroundings in detail.

4. Free Advice – “No Threats”
4.1 Please do not send messages or emails marked as “Very Urgent” or needing immediate advice.
4.2 Often, people pressure me for free advice because agents tell them they must commit by a certain deadline—usually tomorrow or even “yesterday”—or the deal will be lost. Please avoid such messages.

5. Each individual may request no more than TWO free analyses.

6. Even for one or two blocks under review, I reserve the right to accept or decline requests without providing any reason.

7. If you would like your layout analyzed, please use Geomancy.net’s priority service at:
http://www.geomancy.net/products/po-hunting/po-hunting.htm

8. Contrary to popular belief, I personally think it is better to invest in a “Can or Cannot Buy” assessment before buying, rather than relying on Feng Shui remedies after the purchase.

9. These are the preliminary guidelines.

10. If you are in Singapore, please post free advice of this nature to the “Singapore Property Review” conference.

Happy House Hunting!

Warmest Regards,  
Cecil

P.S. At the end of the day, it comes down to your personal budget. With or without Feng Shui, expect to pay more for a prime location. The seller or developer knows this well. Always stay within your means. Remember, an average home is better than no home at all!

[Tohtohh]

Hi Master Cecil, 

my fiancé and I are interested to shift into a block in jurong, but was told not to by my parents due to the surroundings (Ng Teng Fong Hospital). Was wondering if we can have your advice if this block/ unit is ideal?

block 203 Jurong East street 21 - unit 02-121 (pointed unit with the arrow on second image)

sorry if I missed out any info. Thank you so much for your kind advice!

regards,

Adeline

979.......... Note: I have removed your phone number to prevent others misusing it.

 

 

[Cecil Lee]

There is often a stigma associated with purchasing or living next to a hospital. As you mentioned, there can be objections from parents, and in the future, this may impact the resale value. This concern is even greater if the unit directly faces or has a full view of the hospital. If you are unsure, it is best to avoid these units.

From a practical standpoint, avoid units facing the Pathology department or any hospital collection point where deceased bodies are held for identification or autopsy. This is the main consideration to keep in mind. In some cases, you can even see HDB blocks or condos like Eastpoint Green directly facing a hospital.

 

The latest example is The Vales at Sengkang, and many of the HDB flats shown here also face similar situations as you described.

If you are unsure, don’t proceed—unless the purchase price is truly a rock-bottom bargain.

 

[Cecil Lee]

This photo shows SGH, highlighting an example of the most inauspicious place at a hospital to avoid: the mortuary. Every hospital has a mortuary, though some are less noticeable than others. 
P.S. At SGH, aside from the nearby Clubhouse, there are no other living quarters close to Block 9, where the mortuary is located.

[Cecil Lee]

At Mount Alvernia Hospital, the holding area or collection point for the deceased is located at the area marked with a red circle.

Here, the deceased patient is placed in a special bed and wheeled to the holding area for identification before being sent to the designated casket company.

This process is not generally known to residents of Thomson 800, especially those living in block 804.

[Cecil Lee]

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[Cecil Lee]

Watch out for 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.

 

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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?"

 

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