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Good Day to you Mr Lionel,

In my opinion, purchasing an EC will be a better option. ECs can only be sold to a particular group of buyers who meet the criteria set by HDB ie MSR, TDSR, 12k monthly income cap.

Hence, if you fall under this category, you may want to consider purchasing an EC. Past Transactions have also shown that ECs have good potential for capital appreciation.

You may also want to consider the location when purchasing an EC. Places such as Sengkang has many upcoming developments and hence there is better potential for capital appreciation.

Bellewaters is an EC you can consider. I will be able to send you more details about this EC via email.

Best Regards,

Tan Han Wei Leonard
ERA Realty Network Pte Ltd
BSc Management (UOL)
www.leonardtan-property.com
Leonardtanhw@gmail.com
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Hi Mr. Lionel,

In my humble opinion, if what you have in mind are BTO & EC projects in the same/close locality (say Sengkang/Punggol), then I guess it is fair to compare. Chances are, capital appreciation of EC will be higher.
Firstly, after 5 years of occupation, EC is treated like a semi-privatized condo (you can sell to SC & PRs). Based on prevailing policies, the loan amount your future buyers can take is determined by TDSR of 60%, which means they can take higher loan and there's a possibility of higher resale price. However, Hdb resale flat buyers loan are determined by MSR of 30%, which restricts how much they can pay for your HDB. Another thing is, In a typical suburban district, HDB - private properties units ratio is about 75-25. When you are selling, you may face more competition for HDB market, which may translate to lower profit. Of course there are other factors peculiar to the unit like facing / floor / how many are selling etc. Or economic conditions at that point of time, but by and large the above points I feel does play a part.

However, if you are comparing BTO n ECs at different locations, (for example BTO at Queenstown vs EC at Punggol), then its not really useful to compare. They cater to different buyer profiles.

Which EC were you considering? May I discuss with you more over email? I would be glad to share with you how HDBs & ECs have performed for the past decade and you can make your own conclusions from there. Thanks and will be glad to understand your requirements further.

Warm regards,
Ivan ERA
 97432395 
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Hi Lionel

If you are in the property market looking for profit, thinking as an investor, returns should be proportionate to Investment.
BTO's investment is much smaller than EC.
Put in small amount, you get small returns. And Vice Versa.

Both BTO and EC are for the privileged few thanks to the many restrictions set fairly by HDB.

So as an investor, Take the EC, if your MSR allows you to.
If you are VERY worried about interest rates rising suddenly, talk to a banker.
I do know a few efficient and responsive ones from local or foreign banks.

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

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-----------------------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

For PRIVATE HOME BUYERS

✔✔ I offer solutions for sourcing resale and new PRIVATE homes at ZERO charge

✔✔ Most PRIVATE seller agents are willing to share commission with buyer agents

DEVELOPER SALES TEAM

✔✔ BEST PRICES ✔✔ NO AGENT FEES

✔✔ LOWEST PRICE GUARANTEED

For UPDATED INFO, E BROCHURE, FLOOR PLAN, and PRICE LIST for New Launches Condominium in Singapore, contact me directly.

✔✔ Connect Singapore Line (ABLE TOH): (65) 9856 9255  , Property Agent (Director )

✔✔ WhatsApp: https://wa.me/6598569255
✔✔ Email: Able.selling@gmail.com

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CHINESE VERSION // 中文版本

如需房产相关协助，
包括出租、出售、购买或投资，
欢迎联系我。

✔✔ 房地产经纪（董事) 诗强:/ABLE TOH (65)9856 9255 
WhatsApp：https://wa.me/6598569255

✔✔✔查看我的客户评价：
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--------------- 结束 / The END ------------------ Read More

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

For PRIVATE HOME BUYERS

✔✔ I offer solutions for sourcing resale and new PRIVATE homes at ZERO charge

✔✔ Most PRIVATE seller agents are willing to share commission with buyer agents

DEVELOPER SALES TEAM

✔✔ BEST PRICES ✔✔ NO AGENT FEES

✔✔ LOWEST PRICE GUARANTEED

For UPDATED INFO, E BROCHURE, FLOOR PLAN, and PRICE LIST for New Launches Condominium in Singapore, contact me directly.

✔✔ Connect Singapore Line (ABLE TOH): (65) 9856 9255  , Property Agent (Director )

✔✔ WhatsApp: https://wa.me/6598569255
✔✔ Email: Able.selling@gmail.com

---///------
CHINESE VERSION // 中文版本

如需房产相关协助，
包括出租、出售、购买或投资，
欢迎联系我。

✔✔ 房地产经纪（董事) 诗强:/ABLE TOH (65)9856 9255 
WhatsApp：https://wa.me/6598569255

✔✔✔查看我的客户评价：
Able S K Toh,房地产经纪（董事) 诗强
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私人住宅买家服务
✔✔ 协助转售及新私人住宅
✔✔ 买家无需中介费

发展商销售团队
✔✔ 最优惠价格
✔✔ 无中介费
✔✔ 保证最低价

新推出私人公寓资料、电子手册、户型图及价格表，
欢迎随时联系。

✔✔ 新加坡联系号码（ABLE TOH）/ 诗强：（65）9856-9255
✔✔ 电子邮箱：Able.selling@gmail.com

--------------- 结束 / The END ------------------ Read More

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

For PRIVATE HOME BUYERS

✔✔ I offer solutions for sourcing resale and new PRIVATE homes at ZERO charge

✔✔ Most PRIVATE seller agents are willing to share commission with buyer agents

DEVELOPER SALES TEAM

✔✔ BEST PRICES ✔✔ NO AGENT FEES

✔✔ LOWEST PRICE GUARANTEED

For UPDATED INFO, E BROCHURE, FLOOR PLAN, and PRICE LIST for New Launches Condominium in Singapore, contact me directly.

✔✔ Connect Singapore Line (ABLE TOH): (65) 9856 9255  , Property Agent (Director )

✔✔ WhatsApp: https://wa.me/6598569255
✔✔ Email: Able.selling@gmail.com

---///------
CHINESE VERSION // 中文版本

如需房产相关协助，
包括出租、出售、购买或投资，
欢迎联系我。

✔✔ 房地产经纪（董事) 诗强:/ABLE TOH (65)9856 9255 
WhatsApp：https://wa.me/6598569255

✔✔✔查看我的客户评价：
Able S K Toh,房地产经纪（董事) 诗强
https://www.propertyguru.com.sg/agent/able-s-k-toh-61591

私人住宅买家服务
✔✔ 协助转售及新私人住宅
✔✔ 买家无需中介费

发展商销售团队
✔✔ 最优惠价格
✔✔ 无中介费
✔✔ 保证最低价

新推出私人公寓资料、电子手册、户型图及价格表，
欢迎随时联系。

✔✔ 新加坡联系号码（ABLE TOH）/ 诗强：（65）9856-9255
✔✔ 电子邮箱：Able.selling@gmail.com

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