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How does HDB assess the income ceiling requirement of $14,000?

From the HDB website(https://www.hdb.gov.sg/residential/buying-a-flat/understanding-your-eligibility-and-housing-loan-options/application-for-an-hdb-flat-eligibility-hfe-letter/income-guidelines-and-documents), it says period of income assessment is 12 months and the end of assessment period 2 months preceding the month of HFE letter application and it cites the following example below.
^ For example, if your HFE letter application is submitted in May 2023, the assessment period will be from Apr 2022 to Mar 2023.

Using the example, In the case where in the month of Mar 2023, there is a pay raise which pushes the income ceiling slightly above $14,000(+-$500), but the previous months are below the income cap, does it get averaged out?
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My answer with regards to your Question :

HDB assesses the income ceiling based on the average monthly gross income over a 12-month period, with the end of the assessment period being 2 months preceding the month of the HFE (HDB flat eligibility) letter application.
In the example provided, if there is a pay raise in March 2023 that slightly exceeds the $14,000 income ceiling, but the previous months are below the income cap, it's likely that the increased income in March may affect the average. The income is generally averaged over the entire 12-month assessment period to determine eligibility.
For precise information and to understand how specific scenarios are considered, it's recommended to contact HDB directly or consult with a financial advisor familiar with HDB eligibility criteria.

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