Yes, you can definitely buy a resale EC from the open market **even if you already own a private property**. There are no restrictions on your existing property ownership when purchasing a resale EC.
Here's a breakdown of the eligibility for resale ECs:
* **No Restrictions on Existing Property:** Unlike buying a new launch EC from a developer, resale EC purchases on the open market **don't have any restrictions** on whether you already own a private property or not.
**However, there might be some additional costs to consider:**
* **Additional Buyer's Stamp Duty (ABSD):** Since you already own a private property, you'll be subject to **ABSD rates for second property purchases** when buying a resale EC. The ABSD rate will depend on your citizenship and property type. You can find the current ABSD rates on the IRAS website: [invalid URL removed]
**Overall, you can proceed with buying a resale EC if you meet the general eligibility requirements for EC ownership, which include:**
* Being a Singapore Citizen or Singapore Permanent Resident (SPR)
* Forming a family nucleus (married couple, parent-child, or sibling relationship)
* Meeting the minimum income requirements
**Here are some resources for more information:**
* **HDB Resale EC Eligibility:** [[invalid URL removed]]
* **EC Eligibility Requirements:** [https://www.hdb.gov.sg/residential/buying-a-flat/executive-condominium](https://www.hdb.gov.sg/residential/buying-a-flat/executive-condominium) (This is not an official HDB website, but it provides a good overview)
I hope this clarifies the process of buying a resale EC with an existing private property!
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