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Hi Jeffrey,there no hidden cost like u mention. Is all mention and open to all,u can check all this from law firm too. Alot of factors need to be consider,what is your nationality (local,PR or foreigner) and is the next condo purchase your first property? Stamp duty will base on that to calculate.

Please feel free to contact me for more info on property related matters.

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Hi Jeffrey,

Typical breakdown for SC 1st property purchase as follows:
Cash 5% (minimum)
CPF 15%
Max bank loan 80%
Buyer stamp duties (BSD) and legal fees approx 3%

There may be Additional Buyer Stamp Duties (ABSD) depending on whether you are SPR or foreigner, or SC purchasing your 2nd residential property. Otherwise, pretty much most of the costs are covered in above breakdown.

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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Hi Jeffrey.

To advise you better, I would need to know if this would be your 1st Property Purchase as well as Nationality/Citizen Status.

Assuming it is your 1st Property Purchase and you are a Singaporean, there will be Buyer Stamp Duty as well as Legal Fees payable.

The typical payment breakdown will be:
5% - Cash (minimum)
15% - CPF/Cash/both
80% - Loan (max is 80%)

It would be better for you to contact me at 91708295  so that I can share with you in details and provide more info.

I look forward to assisting you.

Bhavina Kaur
ERA Realty

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Hi,
beside the standard payment, there are cost for stamp duty, legal fee and mortgage duty. Please drop me an email for more questions.

To assist and advise you more in details, kindly drop me an email for me to share.

I am contactable at my mobile or email.

CK Ang
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Hi ,

Typical breakdown for SC 1st property purchase as follows:
Cash 5% (minimum)
CPF 15%
Max bank loan 80%
Stamp duties and legal fees approx 3%

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Hi Jeffery,

For a new condo purchase, this is the breakdown:

- 5% Cash upon booking
- 3% approximately Stamp Duty within 2 weeks after exercising.
- 15% CPF or Cash within 8 weeks of booking
- $2000 legal fees

This is with the assumption that you are taking a 80% loan. There are many options available in the market right now and buying the right product will ensure that you will be able to enjoy the upside potential in the future. Please feel free to contact me so that I can understand your objectives better and provide you with further assistance!

Regards,
Nick Tan
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Cert-in-REA
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“Nick is a responsible, efficient and excellent salesperson. He has very good knowledge of the real estate market and I benefitted a lot from his advice and sharing. He is extremely patient when guiding me through the buying process and I am happy to secure a dream house within my budget with his assistance. A highly recommended salesperson who made my house hunting journey a breeze.”
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Hi Jeffrey,

There are basically no hidden cost for purchasing of new condos.

What you need to set aside (assuming your qualify for 80% loan) would be:
1) 5% CASH for downpayment
2) 15% CASH/CPF for downpayment
3) Stamp Duties (BSD/ABSD)
4) Conveyancing Fees

Also, you do not need to pay any agent fees. Hence, no other hidden costs.

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 in the current market.

Thank you.

Best regards,
Robbie Chen
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