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What is Total Debt Servicing Ratio (TDSR)?

Total Debt Servicing Ratio (TDSR) is a cooling measure introduced by the Singapore government to limit individuals from spending too big a proportion of their monthly income on debt repayments. At present, the TDSR is set at 55%, after the government tightened the threshold by 5 points on 16 December 2021.  Since property loans are

Property Cooling Measures – Tighter Loan Quantum And 15-Month Wait Out Period

If you are thinking of downgrading from your condominium to a HDB, think again. New property cooling measures including tighter stress test for home loans and a wait-out period of 15 months were rolled out recently. The rise in interest rates amid optimistic buyer sentiment has raised concerns about the sustainability in mortgage debt burdens,

Home Loan – Compare Interest Rates Yourself or Engage A Mortgage Advisor?

With the prevalence of online portals dedicated to facilitating mortgage comparisons, it is now common to hear a friend compare and apply for home loans on their own instead of engaging a mortgage advisor. The availability of  data on interest rates and loan tenure makes it alluring to handle the process of applying for a

An Introduction to Loans

In this article, we will dive into the details of loans. While many of our readers may already be familiar with home loans, this article addresses a broader scope to provide you with a wider understanding of the usage of debt beyond paying for your home. There are two main types of loans – secured

A Comprehensive Guide to Seller’s Stamp Duty (SSD)

You might have heard about Seller’s Stamp Duty (SSD), but what is it exactly? In this article, we will cover everything you need to know about it. Here’s an overview of what will be covered in this article: What is Seller’s Stamp Duty? How much SSD should I pay? How to calculate my holding period?

Why You Should Take Up A Fixed Rate Bank Loan

With definite monthly instalments, a fixed rate bank loan is one of the traditional and most popular choice preferred by most consumers. While some may view fixed rate loan packages to be the more expensive option, Andrew Adriaan believes if taken at the correct timing in the interest rate cycle, it can offer a hedge,

What Happens When You Miss A Mortgage Payment?

Have you been so busy that you had forgotten to pay for your mortgage payment? Are you worried about what will happen next? In this article, we will go through the 5 most asked questions on missing your mortgage payment, as well as what to do if you do not have the financial means to

All you need to know about Buying A Commercial Property in Singapore

Are you someone that has always had the urge to invest in commercial property, but has been held back by uncertainty? If that is you, don’t worry!  Here, you can find the A to Zs of buying a commercial property in Singapore. Commercial Property… What is it? There are 3 types of commercial properties in

Home Loan: Why Is It Important To Get The Right Advice?

In today’s modern society where information is just a quick Google search away, we question the need for intermediaries in our transactions. For example, some may question the necessity of intermediaries for property transactions, such as home loan, in view of multiple listing websites which offer a suite of services. Do we even need advisors?