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Hi,

1) Transferring of HDB flat share between immediate family is allowed.
2) However, if your son had utilized CPF funds in paying downpayment and/or monthly mortgage, your wife will have to top up this CPF fund with accrued interest in cash or CPF fund.
3) I suggest you approach your HDB branch office to do a preliminary finance calculation to see whether your wife has the financial capacity to takeover his share.
4) Lastly, your spouse will have to observe a 5yrs MOP after the transfer, implied that you are not allowed to sell the flat within the next 5 yrs.

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This is possible.

1) However, there are some rules you need to take note of with your wife. As my colleagues mentioned, the MOP will be affected.

2) Separately, your wife needs to be eligible to hold a HDB flat too.

3) Lastly, there could be stamp duty implications doing what you proposed.

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(✔1) Family transfers are allowed, but your wife must repay any CPF funds and interest your son utilized for the flat.

(✔2) Verify your wife meets HDB ownership requirements and check her financial capacity with a branch officer before proceeding.

(✔3) Note that a new five-year stay period begins after the transfer, and be prepared for possible stamp duty obligations.

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Good day to you.

Assuming that the MOP has been fulfilled, the transfer of ownership to your spouse is possible with the following pointers:
a) If there is an outstanding mortgage loan, there is a requirement to refinance so that your son's name can be removed from the existing mortgage.
b) Your spouse must have sufficient funds to refund to the current co-owner, along with the accrued interest, via CPF or mortgage loan.
c) Your spouse does not own any private property in or outside Singapore.
d) The transfer of ownership is a legal process; hence, legal and stamp duty will be incurred.

Given the current situation, I would suggest that we get a plan before we leap into action.

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Hi, appreciate your sharing over PropertyGuru, have to check with HDB feedback directly before making the move. As ruling may changes time to time.
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Hi,

I would be most glad to assist you further and pls feel free to let me know if you need any assistance. Have a good day ahead. By the way, it would be better for you to approach the HDB branch office of your estate.

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Any transfers have to be approved by HDB. You may check with HDB directly.

Did your use any CPF monies for this resale flat? If he has done so, you will need to minimally refund him the amount use plus the accrued interest. Read More

(✔1) Family transfers are allowed, but your wife must repay any CPF funds and interest your son utilized for the flat.

(✔2) Verify your wife meets HDB ownership requirements and check her financial capacity with a branch officer before proceeding.

(✔3) Note that a new five-year stay period begins after the transfer, and be prepared for possible stamp duty obligations.

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(✔1) Family transfers are allowed, but your wife must repay any CPF funds and interest your son utilized for the flat.

(✔2) Verify your wife meets HDB ownership requirements and check her financial capacity with a branch officer before proceeding.

(✔3) Note that a new five-year stay period begins after the transfer, and be prepared for possible stamp duty obligations.

Small steps in the right direction can turn out to be the biggest steps of your life. - Unknown

WhatsApp me at >> ✔✔9856 9255 or through this link.:https://wa.me/6598569255.

-----------------------99Years------------------------999Years---------------------->>>

IF YOU NEED more assistance with PROPERTY matters such as RENTING, SELLING, BUYING, or INVESTING, I’m here to help.

WhatsApp me at ✔✔ ABLE TOH (65) 9856 9255  , Property Agent (Director ) or via this link:

https://wa.me/6598569255

Unfortunately, this platform does not allow direct contact, but you can easily reach me on WhatsApp.

✔✔✔You can READ my REVIEWS here:Able S K Toh

https://www.propertyguru.com.sg/agent/able-s-k-toh-61591

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