16 December 2021 · PropertySpy Research
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Singapore introduced strict midnight cooling measures, raising second-property ABSD to 17% and cutting TDSR to 55%. Discover how savvy property owners legally optimize their ownership structures.
The government introduced midnight macroprudential cooling measures in December 2021, hiking Additional Buyer's Stamp Duty (ABSD) to 17% for citizens buying a second home and tightening the Total Debt Servicing Ratio (TDSR) to 55%. The intervention sought to curb speculative investment and foster sustainable pricing.
"Whenever cooling measures take effect, astute buyers leverage legal structuring—such as decoupling and trust holdings—to preserve capital and avoid unnecessary tax burdens." — PropertySpy Market Analysis
Cooling measures punish unprepared buyers but create immense advantages for those with flexible ownership structures. Speak with PropertySpy to review your decoupling eligibility, borrowing thresholds, and stamp duty mitigation pathways before committing to your next transaction.
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