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Hi there,
My question is regarding buying a condo in Singapore with bank loan.
I am a Singaporean residing in the UK and would like to buy a condo in Singapore as a long term investment/ for when I eventually settle in Singapore. Would I be able to get a bank loan in Singapore with my income report from the UK?
I have checked with some banks in the UK and they don't allow for bank loan in the UK to buy overseas (Singapore) property.
Thanks for your time.
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Hi,

Yes its possible to use overseas income payslips and bank statements to try to get a home loan in Singapore, however the banks may not offer full 75% max loan to value and may offer 50% or 60% instead depending on the assessment. Does the current bank you usually bank with have a presence in Singapore? I presume you do not own any other residential property in Singapore at the moment. If so, there will no ABSD.

Hope the above clarifies. May I have more info and requirements about your plans so as to make better recommendations? Thanks and look forward to value-add to your housing plans.

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Hi Sir/Mdm,

When purchasing a property in Singapore, you will only be able to get a mortgage loan from banks based in Singapore. It is possible to use your income from UK to secure a property loan in Singapore. I have assisted several of my clients who are in the same situation as yourself, working and residing overseas but taking a loan to buy a property locally.

Please contact me so that I can give you an overview of the property and explain to you in greater details how to proceed.

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Dear sir/mdm,

Singaporean residing overseas can still purchase a residential property in Singapore and taking up a home loan in Singapore with their foreign income. The important consideration as what my fellow professionals have indicated will be whether the banks can recognise the income as well as the loan to value ratio maybe affected. To improve your loan eligibility and numbers, you need not only rely on your income alone for the loan. Foreign currencies like USD and GBP can also be used to help with your loan application on top of your other investments like stocks and bonds.

In fact I have a buyer who was working back in China a couple of years back with a German company that was able to secure a home loan for her property purchase in Singapore via a recommended mortgage broker who has years of experience dealing with home loans for foreign income buyers. Would be great if I am able to link you up with this professional to assist you further.

I have been in the real estate business since 2009, with more than 13 years of experience serving the Singapore real estate market.

I am very active in the residential segment of Singapore real estate market, having transacted hundreds of deals from HDBs to private condominiums and landed properties in Singapore, and have handled many unique cases in sales and purchases as well as rental deals.

Over the years, I have also established a network reaching out to more than 9,400 expatriates, bringing my market presence to both in and outside of Singapore. This has created an additional exposure when I manage my client's portfolios, on top of the conventional on and offline platforms, where other estate agents are relying on. This has allowed me to consistently convert leads into results.

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Hi, appreciate your sharing. For purchasing in Singapore, it requires your income to be reflected in Singapore and for a period of 6 months to 1 year. Welcome you to check with any local Bankers
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Tan Pei Cheng (Pei)
Hi,
This is possible
I would be glad to assist you.
Feel free to contact me at wa.me/6597100155 .
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Hi,

Yes, you will be able to loan from Singapore banks to purchase Singapore properties. You just need to furnish them your income documents and proof of employment overseas.

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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