There are pros and cons of getting a BTO vs a resale flat. In Singapore, a BTO flat is heavily subsidised by the government and we try our luck to ballot for a chance to select a unit. These flats are build to order (BTO) meaning those who managed to get a unit will have to wait about 3-5 years before they can collect the keys to their flat. I would think most people will go for the BTO option first if they have the time to wait. However, even if you have the time to wait doesn't mean you will have the luck to get one of the units. The next best choice will be to go for resale flats which will ultimately cost more as compared to a BTO flat. The Process of getting a BTO flat BTO flats are launched every quarter which means we have 4 ......