In this episode of Nuggets On The Go, Melvin Lim and George Peng from PropertyLimBrothers break down the property strategies available to buyers in their late 40s — from stretching tenure for better cash flow, to deciding between consolidating into a landed home or maintaining two condominiums.   They explore the “equity triangle” framework, where age, debt, and equity interact to shape long-term financial outcomes, and unpack how lease reset analysis can reveal hidden pitfalls in older resale projects. The discussion also covers the harmonised layout effect, the strategic use of 2M1B for multi-generational planning, and the concept of a “reverse BTO” — securing a new HDB flat later in life for retirement convenience.   For those weighing growth versus preservation, the episode offers grounded perspectives on timing, loan sustainability, and exit planning. If you’re in your 40s or 50s and preparing for your final major property move, this is one to take notes on.   00:00 Intro01:20 George's most stressful deal07:44 What is "2M 1B"?10:00 Why is age important?12:30 Equity triangle18:33 Real estate investment is also DCA20:19 2 interest-rate cuts in September23:50 Resale market movement in the future27:03 Lease Reset Disparity31:00 Dual-income, no children investment case study35:30 Quantum disparity challenge36:55 What should be the gap for quantum? (New Launch & Resale)43:14 Future audience of the property you're going to sell48:33 Effect of TDSR50:03 Advice51:50 Landed property to be a dual-key53:00 Strategy for the case study58:58 What happens in repricing?1:02:49 Prioritising your happiness1:06:07 Outtakes