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I'm Singaporean. My husband and I bought a HDB flat in open market in Dec 2012. But he is now in jail. I intended to sell the 4 rooms flat without his consent as I need to downgrade to 3 rooms. Is it possible to sell within 5 years?
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YT Tan (陈永达)
Good morning Li Xian,

Sorry to hear about your family situation.

By the way, do take note that you will have to fulfill 5 years minimum occupation period before you can sell your unit in resale market.

If you will like to do so within 5 years, you will have to seek approval from the HDB branch office that is in charge of your unit in order to do so.

Hope my explanation helps!

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Robbie Chen Chee Howe
Hi Li Xian,

I regret to inform you that, as your husband is also the co-owner of the flat, you will need his consent to sell the flat. Also, if you're buying a 3RM flat, you will need his name to be included in the property as well.

Should you need any 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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Robbie Chen
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Hi Li Xian,

HDB consider each appeal case on a case by case basis. I have recently assisted my client to appeal successfully on the waiver of the 5 years Minimum Occupation Period.

Please feel free to contact me so that I can assist you on the appeal!

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Nick Tan
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Hi Li Xian,
You may seek special approval from HDB.

To assist and advise you more in details, kindly drop me an email for me to share.

I am contactable at my mobile or email.

CK Ang
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