Every seller has their own reason for selling their HDB flat; some consider changing locations, some need a bigger space, some are looking at asset progression, or some are looking at cashing out. If you plan to cash out, historical data shows that HDB resale prices peak soon after MOP. We developed a BTO Profit Estimator that allows sellers to calculate their nett cash proceeds after selling their existing flat and buying their next flat.
Many sellers have the perception that HDB flats that have reached MOP are fetching higher resale prices.
Let's look at the data for Treetrail @ Woodlands, a BTO launched in September 2012, and Champions Court, a BTO launched in February 2009.
Indicative price for Treetrail @ Woodlands - BTO sales launch September 2012
HDB resale transacted price for Treetrail @ Woodlands - February 2022 (BTO September 2012)
HDB resale transacted price for Champions Court - February 2022 (BTO February 2009)
Source: https://services2.hdb.gov.sg/webapp/BB33RTIS/BB33PReslTrans.jsp
As we all know, one of the factors that drive prices is supply and demand. For example, due to COVID-19 and the longer waiting time for new BTO flats, buyers turned to HDB resale flats, which drove up demand, hence the HDB resale flat price trending north.
For example, in Woodlands the new flats that reached MOP are:
The total number of new flats are 4,931 units as compared to 68,153 HDB flat (as of March 2018) in Woodlands.
Source: https://www.hdb.gov.sg/about-us/history/hdb-towns-your-home/woodlands
You are competing with your neighbour who start selling their flats when they reach MOP.
There are many other factors affecting your flat price, like:
• Sales strategies
• Pricing strategies
• Conditions of your flat
• Conditions of sales - Temporary extension of stay
• Timeline planning
When deciding to sell your HDB flat, your goal is to sell it at the highest possible price, lower your selling cost, and have peace of mind. Important financial planning allows you to maximise nett cash proceeds, position your CPF fund, and ensure a smooth selling and buying process.
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