Beginner's guide
What Is an Option to Purchase, and What Does the Option Fee Buy?
An option to purchase is the seller's offer to sell at a set price for a set time. The fee pays for that time. How HDB, resale and new launches differ.
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Selling
How to Negotiate a Property Price in Singapore: HDB and Private
How to negotiate a Singapore property deal in 2026: HDB's 21-day option and valuation gap, private option fees, seller's stamp duty timing and commission.
Buying
How to Buy a Property in Singapore: The 10-Step Process (2026)
The 10 steps to buying a home in Singapore in 2026, from budget, loan approval and option fees to stamp duty, completion and keys, for private and HDB buyers.