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I don't understand why is it that owner refuses to provide you a copy of tenancy agreement. Not sure of the terms and conditions you have signed as well. We are unable to provide any form of opinion in such scenario. You may wish to consult a legal professional in this case instead.

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My Answer with regards to your Question:

In Singapore, according to the Residential Tenancies Act, the landlord is obligated to provide you with a written statement of the tenancy agreement upon request. Here's what you can do if the owner refuses:

Request the Agreement:

Formal Written Request: Send a written request to your landlord, keeping a copy for your records. This could be an email or a physical letter. State your request for a copy of the tenancy agreement.

Legal Options:

Singapore Mediation Centre (SMC): If the landlord still refuses, consider approaching the Singapore Mediation Centre (SMC) (https://mediation.com.sg/). SMC offers free mediation services to help resolve tenancy disputes.

Case Against Landlord: As a last resort, you can file a case against the landlord at the Singapore Tenancy Tribunal (https://www.judiciary.gov.sg/services/cjts). They have the authority to order the landlord to provide a copy of the agreement and might award compensation for any inconvenience caused.

The Community Justice and Tribunals System (CJTS) is an online platform for parties to file and manage their cases in any of the following:

Small Claims Tribunals (SCT).

Moving Out and Security Deposit:

Notice Period: Without a signed tenancy agreement, it's difficult to determine the specific notice period required for moving out. Generally, the standard notice period is one month. However, some tenancy agreements might specify a longer notice period.

Remember, it's always best to have a clear understanding of the terms and conditions of your tenancy. Persistence and seeking help from relevant organizations can ensure you get a copy of the agreement and protect your rights as a tenant.

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Hi, Did the owner ask you to do a stamp duty? stamp duty is required for the Tenancy Agreement to be legally binding. Both Tenant and Landlord should have a copy of the Tenancy Agreement.

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