Real Stories, Real Results
From stress to success, learn how families found their dream home and school.
Buying with Clarity
How This Family Found the Right Home and a Spot in Their Preferred School
Meet Dan and Melissa, parents of two young children and first-time homebuyers. Like many parents in Singapore, they were focused on one goal: getting their eldest son into a reputable primary school with strong academics and holistic development.
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But they were overwhelmed.
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Should they rent first to test the area?
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Were they buying too early?
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What if they chose the wrong property?
They reached out to me after hearing I could help them not only with the home search but also with understanding the school admission process.
The Situation
Dan and Melissa had identified their top-choice school — one that had high demand and a strong community reputation. They were about 18 months away from registration and wanted to take action early.
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They were considering renting to keep their options open. But after going through my planning session, they realised:
Rental prices were rising
Good units near top schools were limited
They could use this opportunity to secure a home and school advantage in one move
The Strategy: Data + Planning = Confidence
I shared with them:
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Ballot success rates from the past 3 years
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MOE requirements on address use and proof of residency
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Available homes within verified 1km radius
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And most importantly, the school’s past Phase 2C trends
With that information, they felt more confident in moving ahead with a purchase.
The Move: Buying With Purpose
We found a well-priced resale condo within 1km of their target school. The unit had:
✔ A strong location for school access
✔ Long-term rental appeal (just in case they moved later)
✔ And fit their budget with room for appreciation
They made the decision and secured the home.
Because they moved in before primary school registration, they were well within the safe zone for address validity under MOE rules.
The Result: A Smooth Enrollment
When registration opened, Dan and Melissa confidently applied under Phase 2C and got a spot for their son without needing to ballot.
Today, he’s enjoying his first year in school, and they have peace of mind knowing they made a long-term move that works for their whole family.
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Thinking of Buying Early?
If you’re considering buying a home to give your child a better shot at a good school, let’s sit down and explore your options. With the right strategy and reliable data, you can move with clarity and confidence.
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Book a no-obligation consultation with me today. I’ll help you plan the move that works for both your home and your child’s future.