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Hi Gurus. Need some advice here. I bought a HDB flat in 2020 with my non-citizen/non-PR spouse as an essential occupier. He just received a job offer from overseas and we are moving away in a few months' time. I know that I'm only halfway though my MOP so I can't rent the flat out. Instead of letting the flat sit empty for more than 2 years, would it be legal for me to let my relatives stay there for free?
For reference, I'm ok with not renting the flat out as I will have plenty of job opportunities for the next 2 years or so, and I'm ok to rent it out once I've fulfilled MOP which will coincide with our next move where I may not have as many job opportunities. Any advice is appreciated, thanks!
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Hi Su,

It would be fine if you will to let your friend or relatives reside in your flat and at the same time taking care of the flat, but do note that collecting rental from them is deem illegal as you have not fulfilled the MOP. Also, you may try to appeal to the HDB to allow you to rent out a room instead as your other option.

Regards
Aaron
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Hi Su,

During the MOP, you will need to physically occupy the unit.

I have helped my clients who are in the same situation before. Please feel free to contact me so that I can understand your situation and provide with you further assistance.

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Nick Tan
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Hi Su,

I will be glad to assist
Appreciate if you can contact me at (65) 96608508  with details of your unit
or click here https://bit.ly/WaSilvia to whatsapp me for no obligation discussion
Thank you.

Warmest regards,

Silvia Yang

Senior Marketing Director
ERA Realty Network Pte Ltd
Mobile: (65) 9660 8508 
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Tan Pei Cheng (Pei)
Hi
I would be glad to assist you.
Feel free to contact me @ 97100155  or https://linktr.ee/peiproperty.
Hope to hear from you soon.
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