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Hi Everyone,

I just like to inquire about purchasing HDB.

We are PR couple with 1 PR child. After 3 years we are planning to buy a Resale HDB flat. We understand that we are eligible to buy Resale HDB Flats after 3 years but requires to relinquish or dispose all overseas properties. There are 2 scenarios based on HDB website:
1. Dispose any private property overseas at least 30months before submitting HFE Letter Application if buying with CPF Grants and Housing Loan from HDB.
2. Dispose any private property overseas at least 15 months before submitting HFE Letter Application if buying without CPF Grants and Housing Loan will come from Banks.

Also, there’s a condition/requirement on PropertyGuru Article that says that under HDB Public Scheme, we are allowed to buy HDB Resale Flat but need to sell all overseas properties 6 months after purchase.

Question is, do we need to sell out overseas properties 30 or 15 months before buying or sell it within 6 months after buying an HDB under Public Scheme.

“As a single SPR, you can’t apply for a BTO flat on your own as the HDB BTO eligibility check will tell you that you need to have a family nucleus for the HDB application. This means you can purchase an HDB resale flat only under the Public Scheme or the Fiancé/Fiancée Scheme.
You’ll also need to meet these four main requirements for HDB flat eligibility:
• You must be at least 21 years of age
• You must have been a Permanent Resident for a minimum of three years
• Upon purchasing the resale flat, you cannot sell the unit or lease it out entirely within the Minimum Occupation Period (MOP)
• You can’t own any private property locally or abroad. Any private property owned will have to be disposed of within six months of purchasing the HDB resale flat
o However, once the MOP has been fulfilled, you can acquire private property without having to sell the flat”
Here: is the link to the article:
https://www.propertyguru.com.sg/property-guides/eligibility-for-buying-an-hdb-2773

Thank you very much.
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As SPR couple, you are only eligible to purchase resale HDB, and if you own any overseas property, then you will need to dispose your ownership of the properties and wait out for a period of 15 months before you are eligible to purchase a resale HDB, unless both of you are age 55 years old or above, then you can proceed to purchase a resale 4 room flat or smaller unit immediately after disposing the overseas property. Also, SPR households are not eligible for any housing grants. Hope this helps!

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  • Geryl Lim
    It is depending on the appeal results. They may include different terms and conditions for the approval, given that each appeal is reviewed on a case by case basis.

    In case you are unaware, SPH is organising The Home Expo 2024 this coming September and OrangeTee is proud to be the presenter for this event where we have lined up a total of 16 speakers who will be sharing on the different market segments and topics during the 3 days event. Do register for the event if you are looking out for more insights of the real estate market at http://bit.ly/THE2024Geryl. Looking forward to see you at the event.

    ——

    I have been in the real estate business since 2009, with more than 14 years of experience serving the Singapore real estate market.

    I am very active in the residential segment of Singapore real estate market, having transacted hundreds of deals from HDBs to private condominiums and landed properties in Singapore, and have handled many unique cases in sales and purchases as well as rental deals.

    Over the years, I have also established a network reaching out to more than 9,400 expatriates, bringing my market presence to both in and outside of Singapore. This has created an additional exposure when I manage my client's portfolios, on top of the conventional on and offline platforms, where other estate agents are relying on. This has allowed me to consistently convert leads into results.

    With an evolving market, where change is the only constant, I have also been investing in upgrading of my knowledge and skills sets to improve myself and meet the demands of current and future market.

    We are offering our clients a complimentary first consultation without obligations (Absolutely FREE!). Schedule for your FREE session today!

    Warmest regards,
    Geryl Lim
    Senior Division Associate Director
    Email: geryl.lim@orangetee.com / geryl7772@gmail.com
    OrangeTee & Tie Pte Ltd 430 Lorong 6 Toa Payoh #01-01 OrangeTee Building Singapore 319402
    Estate Agent Licence No. L3009250K
     +65 92787772 
    www.geryllim.com

    My self introductory video on https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S_2NydENfx0

    -----

    Note: We value your home as much as you do! Find out the indicative value of your home at http://bit.ly/UrHomeMatters and get monthly update on your home value. Restructure your portfolio with us, speak to us!

    Tenants can visit http://bit.ly/SGExpatRental (Official Rental Requirements - Singapore Expatriates) to indicate your rental requirements.

    Visit and Like my facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/GerylLimSince2009/ - Aspiring To Be The Best Real Estate Agent In Singapore

    Pick up knowledge, skills and Real Estate concepts at https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateXcellence/

    New Singapore Expatriates on facebook is up and running. Come join us at https://www.facebook.com/groups/newsgexpats/

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  • AB
    Thanks for the informative reply. Understood the 15months before buying. But also I saw on one PropertyGuru articles that we can also sell within 6 months after buying HDB? (Article below). To which buyers are this applicable?

    You’ll also need to meet these four main requirements for HDB flat eligibility:
    • You must be at least 21 years of age
    • You must have been a Permanent Resident for a minimum of three years
    • Upon purchasing the resale flat, you cannot sell the unit or lease it out entirely within the Minimum Occupation Period (MOP)
    • You can’t own any private property locally or abroad. Any private property owned will have to be disposed of within six months of purchasing the HDB resale flat
    o However, once the MOP has been fulfilled, you can acquire private property without having to sell the flat”
    Here: is the link to the article:
    https://www.propertyguru.com.sg/property-guides/eligibility-for-buying-an-hdb-2773
  • Geryl Lim
    Do take note that ABSD for SPR will also be applicable for your HDB purchase.
>>Eligibility: As an SPR couple, you can only buy a resale HDB flat.
>>Overseas Property: If you own overseas property, you must sell it and wait for 15 months before purchasing an HDB flat.
>>Age 55 and Above: If both partners are 55 years old or older, you can buy a resale 4-room flat or smaller unit immediately after disposing of the overseas property.
>>No Housing Grants: SPR households are not eligible for housing grants.
>>Consideration: Keep these factors in mind while planning your home purchase.

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