<p>There are two types of home loans in the market- a HDB loan or bank loan. For HDB properties, you have the option of taking either a HDB or bank loan, but for private properties, you will only be able to get a bank loan. Aside from deciding a loan that’s best for you, the next question is often whether or not you should pay using your Central Provident Fund (CPF) savings or cash.</p> <p><strong>Note:</strong> <em>Only CPF funds from the CPF OA (Ordinary Account) can be used for home loan payments.</em></p> <p>In this article, we will cover the following:</p> <ol> <li>Using CPF For Housing</li> <li>How Much CPF Can You Use?</li> <li>Advantages of Using CPF for Ho...</li></ol>
<p>Understanding your property valuation is important when you are looking to buy or sell your current home. </p> <p><strong>Understanding Property Valuation</strong></p> <p>A property valuation is typically carried out by a licensed appraiser and is an assessment of what your property is worth.</p> <p>There are two kinds of valuations, indicative and actual valuations.</p> <p><strong>Indicative Valuations</strong> are basic estimates of a property's value. </p> <p>It is usually based on the average price of similar recently transacted properties in the same area. Both homeowners and agents can perform these valuations through simple research. </p> <p>However, these days...</p>
<p>Singaporean buyers often overlook properties in the United States for overseas investment. A significant deterrent is that traditional retail banks typically do not offer financing options to non-residents. Consequently, many have missed out on the robust U.S. property market and its growth in recent years.</p> <p>However, there are retail banks that do provide financing options for foreigners interested in purchasing properties, presenting valuable opportunities for savvy investors.</p> <p><strong>Benefits of Buying Properties in the United States</strong></p> <p>There are many benefits when it comes to purchasing investment prop...</p>
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