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General information on Singapore law, written in everyday language. Read up before you decide anything, then speak with a lawyer about your own situation.
Buying & selling property guides
How a property purchase or sale works in Singapore, from the option to completion.
Buying and selling, step by step
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How does the Option to Purchase work when you buy private property?
For a private home in Singapore, the Option to Purchase (OTP) is usually the first legal document you sign. It fixes the price and the deadlines, and decides what happens if you change your mind.
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What are the main steps in buying an HDB resale flat?
Buying a resale flat follows a set process run largely through HDB, with a standard Option to Purchase and HDB's own timelines. Here is the order of events and where a lawyer fits in.
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What does a conveyancing lawyer do, from option to completion?
Conveyancing is the legal work of transferring property from seller to buyer. This guide walks through what the lawyer does at each stage, and why each side usually has its own.
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How can you sign property documents when you are overseas?
Property deadlines do not wait for a posting abroad or a holiday. A power of attorney lets a trusted person sign for you, but it has formalities and takes time, so it is worth starting early.
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What stamp duty do you pay when buying property in Singapore?
Stamp duty is often the largest cost of a purchase after the price itself. This guide explains Buyer's Stamp Duty and Additional Buyer's Stamp Duty, with rates as at August 2026.
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When do you pay Seller's Stamp Duty when selling property?
Seller's Stamp Duty (SSD) is a charge on selling residential or industrial property within a set period after buying it. The rates and holding period for homes changed in July 2025, so the date you bought matters.
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How can you use CPF to buy property, and what happens when you sell?
Most buyers in Singapore pay partly with CPF. The rules on how much you can use, and what must be refunded when you sell, can affect how much cash you need. Figures are as at August 2026.
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