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I have a fully paid off HDB and have stayed beyond MOP period and keen to use it to upgrade to a condo.

If I purchase the condo first before selling HDB, do I have to pay ABSD? Can it be avoided if I have the intention of selling HDB?
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Hi, I would be most glad to assist you further and pls feel free to let me know if you need any assistance. Hope to hear from you soon and have a great week ahead. By the way, could I have more info of your HDB unit so that I can find out about the unit value on your behalf alright?

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Hi,

Yes if the condo purchase is done before the hdb sale, ABSD is applicable. If its going to be your matrimonial property jointly owned (for the hdb, and the condo), ABSD is still applicable upfront and the refund is possible after you sell off the hdb, if all the eligibility conditions are met.

I presume you are looking at the smooth transition such that you can move into the condo first before selling the hdb? Its possible if the timeline is planned carefully while meeting your objectives of minimizing the costs.

May I have more info and requirements about your plans so to make better recommendations? Thanks and look forward to value-add to your housing plans.

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Dear Sir/Mdm,

Yes ABSD is avoidable when you upgrade. You will need to time the purchase of the condo and the sale of the HDB properly so as to avoid paying the ABSD. All my clients who were in a similar situation as yourself do not need to pay the ABSD.

Upgrading requires the careful planning of the timeline as well as your finances to ensure that ABSD is not liable, your cash outlay is minimum and also avoid the need for interim housing solution.

Please feel free to contact me so that I can understand your situation and provide you with more informed recommendation. I am also available for discussion on Zoom during this period.

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Robbie Chen Chee Howe
Hi,

Should you purchase (exercise OTP) the condo before selling your HDB flat, ABSD is payable upfront and is unavoidable.

However, you could apply for HDB refund if you sell off your HDB within 6 months of your condo purchase (or TOP for new BUC developments).

If you wish to have a smooth transition to your new home, save the hassle of having to shift house more than once, and at the same time also wish to avoid ABSD, you will need to plan your Timeline for both your Sale and Purchase properly. It is very much possible, as I have helped many of my friends and clients upgrade to their new homes seemlessly.

I am experienced and well-versed in both private and HDB resale transactions. I will be able to assist you on your property plans.

Should you need require further assistance in matters relating to property, please contact me at my mobile 9748 6305  . I will be happy to assess and share with you the possibilities for you in the current market.

Thank you.

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Hi Sir/Madam

I will be glad to assist

I won't be able to contact you first as I do not have your contact, appreciate if you can contact me at (65) 96608508  or Silviayang8@gmail.com with details of your unit
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