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Good morning,

has anyone work out your numbers before?

Maybe we can work out your financial plan to decide what will be the best course of action.

Do you need funds from sale to finance the purchase?

If not, you could buy first then sell.

If yes, I will advise to do marketing for sale and house hunting for purchase concurrently. You will be stuck if you cant commit to a unit you like and at the same time, we need to see how's the response for your current place as well.

When will be a good time to meet to discuss over your property journey?

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Morning,

It depends on your requirements for the next flat as well as how difficult it is to sell your existing flat (any ethnic quota restrictions etc.). Typically I suggest my client to do concurrently to secure the best outcomes and have the flexibility to secure their ideal unit when it pops up while also have sale proceeds back in time to complete the purchase. May I know if your MOP of 5 years is already met?

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Hi, this will depend greatly on the financial situation you are in as well as what your plans are . In general you have 6 months to dispose of your unit after buying another hdb unit, however this option is possible if there are sufficient cash flows as well as in the case that your existing hdb is easy to sell. Doing both concurrently and having a planned out timeline will ensure a smooth transition from your initial unit to your next house.

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May I know if you would need the cash proceeds and CPF returns from selling in order to buy? If so, I would suggest marketing the unit and searching for a new one concurrently. Once you find a buyer for your current unit and they exercise the OTP, then we can safely put down an option fee to secure the next unit. Additionally, we can also ask for a 3-month extension from your buyer. I would be glad to work out the numbers for you and propose the best timeline for a seamless transaction, just as I have done for so many of my other clients. Please do not hesitate to contact me.
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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 advisable to do the selling first then follow by the next purchase.

Regards
Aaron Chong
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Hi Sir/Mdm,

For most of my clients, I would time the sale and purchase together with the sale first so as to help my clients minimize their cash outlay and more importantly transit from one place to another smoothly and seamlessly without the need of an interim housing solution. As much as possible, I will try to get them some buffer time for the renovation of the new unit.

Please feel free to contact me so that I can understand your situation better and draw up a transition plan for you.

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Sell First:

Suitable if: You need the cash proceeds and CPF returns from selling your current flat to afford the down payment for the resale unit.
Process:
Market your current HDB flat for sale.
Look for a resale unit concurrently.
Once you find a buyer and they exercise the Option to Purchase (OTP), proceed with the sale.
Use the sales proceeds and CPF to buy the resale unit.
Challenges:
Might take time to find a buyer for your current flat.
May face difficulties securing a new unit before selling your existing one.
Buy First, Sell Second (Concurrent):

Suitable if: You have enough cash flow to handle both transactions simultaneously. Your current flat is in a location with high demand and easy to sell.
Process:
Find and purchase a resale unit.
Market your current HDB flat for sale concurrently.
Negotiate with the buyer of your current flat for an extension on the completion date (if needed).
Challenges:
Requires careful planning and tight timelines.
You might end up paying temporary housing costs while waiting to sell your current flat.
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