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Hi Wai Foong,

It is dependent on individual. I have clients who chose to use part CPF and part cash.

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Hi Mr. Kok,

Personally would think its better to maximize the loan as interest rates are at all time lows and its good to capitalize on that. Should interest rates adjust higher in the future, you still have this flexibility of the CPF OA ready to redeem the loan partially or fully. You also need not worry if there is a period where employment income is not available and can use this CPF funds to service the mortgage. Of course the downside is that the overall total interest paid would be higher.

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

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Hi Mr Kok,

There is no right or wrong answer to your question. It really depends on your profile, financial needs, as well as plans moving forward.

Perhaps you could share more with me on your situation, so that I can assess it better and make a more appropriate recommendation?

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.

Best regards,
Robbie Chen
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Hi Mr. Foong,

1) If you are using an HDB loan you only can reserve a max of $20k in your CPF OA. This is so that you could minimize your loan amount.
2) Unless you are using the bank loan, then you could borrow up to the maximum. Or you could opt to put more of your CPF OA fund to reduce the loan amount.
3) Assuming you are using a bank loan with the flexibility mentioned. I'm using the current situation to offer my two cents of thought.
4) The interest earn in your CPF OA is 2.5%, where the current fixed interest rate is around 1.3%, even lower if you use a Flexi interest rate such as SORA.
5) You are earning more by keeping your CPF OA than to put them into the house which might not be appreciated that much.
7) It is always at an advantage to maximize our leverage with others people's money than ourselves.
8) Of course in the event when the interest rate went up, you can always refinance or reprice your mortgage package accordingly.
9) Do note that there is a charge of legal fees of ~$2k depends on individual bank policy. Repricing will be free.

Hope the above answer to your main concerns, but if there are more query, please feel free to contact me at 90110636  , or email: ling.ck7@gmail.com if more information is needed.
I'll be glad to assist.

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