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Hi, sorry to hear about your loss.

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Are you working and have active income? Are you still in touch with your mum in this case? Present all the facts and evidence with your appeal and hope it works. Read More

Hi there,

Since you don’t meet the standard orphan scheme criteria, HDB usually treats your case under the normal single or succession rules. You can still sell and buy under the single scheme, but HDB’s approval will depend on your eligibility, remaining lease, and other criteria.

For cases like yours, it’s best to submit a formal appeal or request for special consideration directly to HDB, explaining your situation clearly—mentioning your dad’s wishes, your sole ownership, and your mother’s citizenship/estrangement. Attach supporting documents like death certificate, ownership papers, and any legal documents regarding your mother’s status if needed. HDB can review on a case-by-case basis.

I can guide you through the process and help prepare the appeal to improve your chances. Feel free to reach me:
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Good day to you.

The fact that you qualify to inherit your late father's HDB unit implies that you are a Singaporean citizen. You have the option to buy a resale HDB unit under the Non-citizen family scheme, with your mother serving as the essential occupier, provided she doesn't own any private property. However, the main challenge at this point would be securing loan approval.

What do you think about collaborating to sort out the specifics?

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Hi,

1) I'm regret to hear your situation. There is no quick solution to solve your immediate problem.
2) As you are not classified as an orphan because there is no evidence to show both your parents passed.
3) Under the current policy, a single citizen can only own an HDB flat by reaching 35 years and older.
4) You have to find another single to help you to be eligible to keep the flat even though this was solely left by your dad.
5) The single can be non-related citizen, non-married or divorced, 21 years and older, or your future spouse (must produce marriage within 3 months after purchase).
6) At the meanwhile, try to appeal to HDB to either give longer grace period, otherwise would be to sell within 6 months, or give exception case for you to live alone there.
7) You might need to approach your MP for a stronger endorsement if the initial appeal fail.

All The Best!!!

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Hi,
I would suggest you keep the flat if you are able to because, if you sell that flat, you may not be able to buy another flat, as you are a single. Try applying for HFE first, and see what you get. Your application might be rejected. So, do not rush into selling first.

Please contact me so that I can be of further assistance.
Cheers!

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Happy to work with you and guide you through the appeal process if that is what you want. I'm a Harvard graduated real estate agent with a degree in economics, and I have a decade of experience working on Singapore public policy

Kay Cloud
The Harvard Educated Agent
Propnex Realty Pte Ltd
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Tel: (+6.5.) 8.5.6.7.4.5.8.5
Whatsapp -> https://wa.me/6585674585 Read More

Hi Sam,

Sorry about your loss. For your case, as your mum is still around, you may not be able to qualify under the orphan scheme. However, as you have shared that you are estranged from your mum, I will suggest that you appeal to HDB to allow you to qualify under the scheme.

I have assisted many of my clients in their appeal. Please feel free to contact me so that I can understand your situation and provide you with further assistance.

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I would be glad to assist you.
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Hope to hear from you soon.
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