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Hi Benjamin,

https://www.hdb.gov.sg/residential/buying-a-flat/understanding-your-eligibility-and-housing-loan-options/flat-and-grant-eligibility/seniors

The eligibility conditions are here. As long as you have not purchased a studio or short lease 2-room hdb before, you should be eligible to apply for the short lease. Both must be at least 55 years old to be eligible, and you need to buy a flat with balance lease enough to last you until 95 years old.

Hope the above clarifies. I am well-versed with HDB and private property transactions, having helped more than 100 homeowners transit smoothly with their housing plans. Please reach out to me at 97432395  for a more in-depth discussion :)

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You are likely eligible based on your above description but still, the best way forward is to check directly with HDB since it is their decision and answer that matters.

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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. Have a good day ahead. By the way, you should be eligible to apply and purchase base on what you have written and you may like to check with the HDB?

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Good day to you,

Under the HDB Silver Housing Bonus Scheme, eligible individuals looking to secure a 3-room or smaller housing unit can benefit from significant financial support. To qualify, homeowners must sell their private property, which should have an annual value of $21,000 or below.

Once the property is sold, participants must top up their retirement account with a cap of $60,000. This contribution not only strengthens their financial security in retirement but also unlocks the scheme’s benefits. Upon meeting these conditions, individuals may receive a cash bonus of up to $30,000. This initiative aims to assist seniors in downsizing their living arrangements while enhancing their retirement savings, ultimately contributing to a more secure and fulfilling post-work life..

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Hi Benjamin,

As long as you and wife are both above the age of 55 years old, you will be eligible to apply for a flexi flat. There is a BTO exercise coming up in July this year, you may want to apply for the HDB Flat Eligibility letter quickly so that you can try your luck in the balloting.

I have assisted quite a number of my clients to make the transition to a flexi flat. Please feel free to contact me if you need any further assistance.

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Hi, appreciate your sharing. Able to apply HFE first to determine the outcome, once it is out able to double check with HDB before proceeding the next plan.
Looking forward to assist you at 9696 4398  or email me at stewartlim96964398@gmail.com

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I would be glad to assist you.
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1. According to the [HDB Seniors Eligibility Criteria](https://www.hdb.gov.sg/residential/buying-a-flat/understanding-your-eligibility-and-housing-loan-options/flat-and-grant-eligibility/seniors), to apply for a short lease 2-room flat, both applicants must be at least **55 years old**.

2. The **remaining lease** of the flat must be sufficient to last until the youngest applicant is at least **95 years old**.

3. Eligibility applies as long as you **have not previously purchased a studio apartment or short-lease 2-room flat** from HDB.

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Hihi Mr Ho,

Good Day to you. I am Joey from ERA and I am happy to answer your concerns.

There are Eligibility Criteria for Short-Lease 2-Room Flexi Flats:
1) Age: You must be at least 55 years old.

2) Citizenship: At least one applicant must be a Singapore Citizen.

3) Private Property Ownership: You must have disposed of any private residential property at least 30 months before the flat application.

4) Previous Subsidies: Even if you have previously enjoyed two housing subsidies, you can still apply for a short-lease 2-room Flexi flat, provided you have not bought such a flat before.

5) There is also a Wait-Out Period:
After selling your private condominium, you are required to observe a 30-month wait-out period before applying for a new subsidised HDB flat, including short-lease 2-room Flexi flats.

Once you have met the eligibility criteria and completed the necessary wait-out period, you can apply for a short-lease 2-room Flexi flat during HDB's sales launches. These flats are designed to cater to the needs of seniors, offering flexibility in lease terms ranging from 15 to 45 years, in 5-year increments, based on your age and preferences.

You might like to check the hdb website here too: https://www.hdb.gov.sg/residential/buying-a-flat/understanding-your-eligibility-and-housing-loan-options/flat-and-grant-eligibility/seniors

I will be happy to assist you. Do contact me at https://wa.me/6594365945 for a free non obligatory advise.

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