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Hi folks - I am planning to upgrade to a new launch condo from existing Hdb that is targetted to be TOP in one years time. We prefer not to do rental while waiting for condo TOP, if possible. But yet do not have enough cash on hand for ABSD.

Are advice or way around this situation? Should I wait till condo TOP before buying? So that I can time my HDB sale? Or should I just go for a resale condo?
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YT Tan (陈永达)
Good morning Sir/ Mdm,

There's no longer any way to go around it.

As you mentioned, if you wish to continue to stay in existing HDB, you have to bear the ABSD and if still have outstanding loan or have used CPF OA funds in HDB, you need to fork out quite a fair bit on this purchase thus my clients like you opt to rent if buy a resale if not buy a new EC.

Buying a new EC, you can opt to take deferred payment scheme by just paying upfront 20% downpayment with stamp duty and you can continue to stay in existing HDB and only sell it off prior to TOP.

Have you consider any new EC before?

If you still prefer the private way, I am afraid there will be limited choices in 1 year time or sold out or price increment.

Hope my sharing helps in aiding in your enquiry. May I know how can I value add further in your property needs?

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Hi,

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Hi,

One way could be to explore a new EC purchase, where ABSD is not applicable as the regulations require you to sell away the HDB and thus you are required to sign an undertaking to sell away the HDB when the EC attains TOP.
Otherwise, waiting closer to TOP period of new condo then sell (to minimize the rental period, and upfront costs and to unlock funds for downpayment) or getting a resale condo appears to be the better option.

May I know your objectives for the development? Another way to look at it is if the rental outlay can be potentially offset by the paper gains capital appreciation as the developer typically go for price increases at each phase of the launch and as TOP draws closer.

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Hi,

1) Under your current situation and wish to minimize the hassle of upgrading.
2) The best solution would be to consider a new launch EC.
3) No ABSD, no immediate installment to take care of, no hurry in disposing of your flat after key collection (within 6 months to sell).
4) EC is meant for this type of upgrading.
5) Honestly, the only shortcoming of this type of upgrading is the amount of loan is half of the private residence. Otherwise, this should be a perfect solution.

Hope the above answer your main concerns, but if there are more query, please feel free to contact me at 90110636  , or email: ling.ck7@gmail.com if more information is needed.
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Robbie Chen Chee Howe
Hi,

Three questions you may wish to ask yourself.

1) Is there balance units left for the condo you're interested in?
2) Will your choice unit still be available 1 year later when it TOP?
3) What will be the price if you hold your purchase till next year?

If you can answer the above 3 questions, I think you will be much clearer in your decision making.

I do have a solution for you to consider, but I'm not sure if it's feasible for your family? Do Whatsapp me for further discussion.

I am experienced and well-versed in both HDB and private transactions. I will be able to assist you in your property plans. Please get in touch with me for a more in-depth discussion.

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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