Originally Posted by
chiaberry
Since you already researched condos in the area which is near to your parents, when you see one available that is suitable, do not hesitate and bring a cheque along. For you, it's for own stay, therefore will be a medium to long term holding so don't fret too much over whether you are buying too high etc etc. The advantages for you in terms of having enough space and being close to parents will outweigh those considerations. People are now waking up to the fact that older condos have more physical space and car parking space. And deteriorating plumbing etc can be solved eventually (although it may take time if unit above is leaking - jialat). If you are going to renovate, the condition doesn't matter since you are going to tear it down anyway.