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Hi Tia

You may buy an EC which has met its 5 years MOP. May I know why do you want to limit your choice?

If you could write to gavin.ng@orangetee.com, we may share with you our opinion after we have a better understanding of your situation.

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Hi,

For new EC from developer, no you can't you have to sell away your hdb after purchase. For resale EC or condo, no issue can keep both hdb and condo, however ABSD of 7% will apply.

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 Mdm,

Unfortunately for new EC, you will not be able to keep your HDB as EC is considered a subsidized housing. However, if you purchase a resale EC (EC which met it's MOP) or private condo, you will be able to keep your HDB.

However, do note that Additional Buyer Stamp Duty of 7% is applicable as it will be considered as your 2nd property.

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Good morning!

I am afraid to inform you that only purchasing a private property or resale EC then you will be eligible to hold on to your existing HDB.

But do take note of these cooling measures applicable to you:

1) set aside basic retirement sum of $83k in CPF OA and SA first before you can use the excess CPF OA funds in this purchase if you have utilised CPF OA funds in your HDB.

2) you will be subject to 7% additional buyer's stamp duty.

As for building your property portfolio, do let me share with you what I had done for one of my clients.

They will be selling their 4rm flat (HAVENT FULLY PAID) and intend to purchase an unit for own stay and the other for investment after a few rounds of detailed financial planning.

You might not believe. This plan will be funded entirely by their sale and they wont be coming out with any amount from their savings. They would have RESERVED FUNDS up to 4 years to finance their homes even if they dont work.

Another clients of mine met me up on 8 august and had already committed to a condo purchase on 14 august even though their HDB sale will most likely ended up to be a NEGATIVE sale. But with their HDB sale, they will have a RESERVED FUNDS that can last them up to 3.5 years to repay the mortgage if BOTH of them never work.

I would or would not say this will be possible for you as well but with detailed financial planning, you will have a clearer picture what is feasible for you.

May I know when will be a good time to meet up?

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YT TAN 陈永达 | ACCA Graduate, RES
Associate Group Director
R043025D
Propnex Realty Pte Ltd
Blk 480 Lorong 6 Toa Payoh, #11-95 HDB Hub East Wing, Singapore 310480

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Hi Mdm,

If you intend to keep your existing HDB, you are not eligible to apply for new EC. You can only go for a resale EC or a private property.

Do take note that you will be liable for ABSD for second property purchase.

May I know if you're planning to buy this new property for your own stay? Or is this property going to be for investment purpose?

If you would like to explore how can you maximize your savings for a second property, I can share with you the best deals in the market currently.

If I have a property investment in Singapore that could give you a GUARANTEED 35% return on your capital over 2 years, and you also won't need to pay any stamp duties (BSD/ABSD) or even SSD if sold within this 2 years, would you be keen to find out more?

Should you need any 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 and your partner in the current market.

Thank you.

Best regards,
Robbie Chen
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PropNex Realty Read More

Good afternoon,

You dont have to fulfill 5 years MOP if you purchase a resale EC. You can even purchase with a single SC or SPR.

Hope my explanation helps!

May I know how can I value add further in your property needs?

"Your Freehold Ally, Leasehold Tactician"

YT TAN 陈永达 | ACCA Graduate, RES
Associate Group Director
R043025D
Propnex Realty Pte Ltd
Blk 480 Lorong 6 Toa Payoh, #11-95 HDB Hub East Wing, Singapore 310480

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Good afternoon,

Your intention to keep the HDB unit would means that you can only purchase private property as your second property. Resale EC might be possible option for you.
Since the HDB unit had been paid for, you are eligible for 80% loan. ABSD of 7% is payable by cash and you will need to set aside the CPF Basic retirement sum before you can utilize the balance for the second property.

Do feel free to contact me for further discussion.

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Mike Lim
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