MY LOVE NEST
Some time back in February 2015, B and I apply for BTO in Hougang and I'm blogging it down to record the journey of us getting our love nest together!
I remember back then, we just want to settle down. Yes, it seems to be a rush/impulsive decision that we've made when we were only together for only a few months during that time. However we really have a strong and firm decision on getting our home together!
Before applying for the flat. We seek for our parents' permission as well. As for that I thought it was a respect before we came into such a big decision. And I'm glad that our parents' have no objection and in fact to let us make the decision and to let us really think about it for it's not something we want then we take, we don't want and we throw kind of thing. We proceed to apply for that flat.
Application
(Photo credit: HDB Website)
On the February 2015 the BTO Exercise launches Hougang, Bukit Batok and Geylang. Without any hesitation, we chooses Hougang for both our parents are residing at Hougang and its really near my parent's home as well. There won't be a trouble for me to travel when times to come if my mom are still fetching the girls for me to and fro school! It's also very convenient for us to go back home for visit/gathering/dinner as well! I am really very excited.
These are the one available when we are applying for it - Buangkok Parkvista and Buangkok Tropical. On that night, 15th February, we submitted our application. Initially we were deciding whether to apply for 3-room or a 4-room, so we thought we might as well go for the 4-room since we can still manage to go for that.
Queue Number
After much anticipation, we've finally receive the piece of good news on 30th March 2015 that we manage to balloted a queue for the flat. Though the queue number is 307, but at least its within the amount of flat supply. I am so thankful and excited! I can't express how happy I were! It's a step closer to our dream home. And also the appointment for our flat selection was given to us as well! I really can't wait for the day to come!
HLE Application
With that, we also have to apply for the housing loan. Preparing of the document was quite a hassle but I'm glad we've receive the piece of good news on 21st April that our loan are approved! Thou it's only for the time being but its better than nothing for we need that during our selection of flat!
Now we are just waiting for the day where for selection of flat. I shall do some homework on which unit to choose and also to come out with a few more choices just in case. Hehehe, I really can't wait!
Deciding on which unit
I went to look at the units and the blocks to do some homework on which unit to select. After much researching and discussion with B and my Dad, we've finally selected a few choices. Our first choice is #xx-701, but as of today (27th May 2015) the unit are all taken up, therefore we pray and hope that our second choice will still be available during our appt. It's approx. 22 days till our appointment, 3 more weeks omg.
Photo credit from HDB
Selection of Flat
On the 18th June, we went to the Toa Payoh HDB Hub for our selection of flat. We went off a little late but thankfully we reached on time and by the time we reach, very soon its our turn to head in to the office and then start all the selection of flat and booking of flat. I was really very nervous and I was trembling. Not sure why so, but probably excited.
Anyway, we selected a few units but in the end they're all taken; therefore we chosen other unit; in the first photo that was in the red circle. Hehe. After selecting the flat, it took roughly 1.5 hours or less than that, so after selecting, B went to pay for the deposit.
Right now, we're both waiting for the result if we're approved to purchase the flat. Hopefully we can. Need to wait for another 1-2 weeks then to call and ask if we can as advice from the HDB officer that advise us during the appointment.
We've receive a call that our appeal success! Which means ...........
WE'VE GOTTEN THE FLAT !!!
On the 7th October, we went for our 2nd appointment with HDB for signing of agreement for lease. Applied leave on that day with B and head down to sign all the necessary documents! Hehe so happy. Nothing can explain that excitement that I've having inside me because I am going to have a place of my own now with the girls.
Our home will only be ready during last quarter of 2018, which means another 2 more years for me. I think after the renovation, my home will only be ready in .... first few months of 2019? Unless they built up fast. Hehe. Can't wait can't wait.
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