How One Couple Saved for Their First Home

A shared spreadsheet helped one couple save for their first home. For a few years, Dave and Arjane carefully mapped out their plans, tracked their finances, and worked toward a goal they both shared. For them, owning a home was more than just a milestone. It was about creating a space of their own and making room for all the moments that would shape their future.

The couple used to live with Dave’s parents. While their living arrangements were good, the couple longed for a space where they could be together in private. This was what prompted the two to properly start planning for their future. Through detailed spreadsheets and meticulous budgeting spanning a few years, the couple were able to save up enough money for a home of their own.

Here lies the next step of their plan: Where can they find the perfect home?

Luckily, through Dave’s friends and family, the couple was introduced to Suntrust Sentosa, and the kind of life that awaits them within the community. They described Suntrust Sentosa as a community that was welcoming, accessible, and close to their parent’s house. But what caught their attention the most was the safety and security offered by the community. Dave shared that once they start a family, the couple would have the peace of mind that their children would be able to grow up in a safe environment.

With all those reasons lined up, both Dave and Arjane knew that they’ve finally found their forever home.

“When we moved into our home at Suntrust Sentosa, we felt that we finally had something that we could consider as truly ours,” Dave said. “All our hard work paid off. We were able to buy the house thanks to the time and effort we both put in. We wouldn't have been able to achieve this if only one of us had done the work. We built this dream together, and that is how this home came to be.”

Dave and Arjane shared how much their home in Suntrust Sentosa made their lives more meaningful. They felt that having a space of their own deepened their connection as a couple. Now, they have the right spaces for their hobbies and interests such as movie date nights and afternoon walks with their pets. Arjane recalled how their walks became a way for them to decompress and clear their minds.

And while their pets lived in their parents’ house, Arjane said that it wasn’t that much of a hassle since their parents’ house was only a walking distance away from Suntrust Sentosa.

“Even though it had only been a short while, our stay at Suntrust Sentosa had been truly worthwhile and enjoyable,” Arjane said. “I can honestly say that our decision to live at Suntrust Sentosa was the right one.”

Today, Dave and Arjane know that they’re still in the beginning stages of building their dream life. Part of that dream is to be able to open their own business someday. Dave shared how Suntrust Sentosa’s upcoming commercial area inspired him to take the path towards becoming a small business owner.

Of course, Arjane had said, there also lies the day that they finally decide to start their own family. With their home, the couple was confident that their home would provide the right spaces for their future children to grow and thrive. 

“We’re still young and there’s so much more for us to achieve in life,” Arjane said. “But I know that with our home, we have the right foundation to turn our dreams into reality.”

With a home built on love and shared dreams, Dave and Arjane look forward to the future with hope and confidence. Rather than just a place to live, their home serves as a reminder of how far they have come and the many possibilities that lie ahead. As they continue to grow together, they carry with them the comfort of knowing that no matter where life takes them, they will always have a home to support them in their journey.

Referred by:

Gemma Nicolas

Property Specialist

The Crown Branch - AIM Division