Renting out HDB flats/bedrooms
Chapter 4.6
Learning Objectives:
Ascertain landlord’s eligibility to rent t h e out whole HDB flat.
Determine immigration/employment status of foreign tenants.
Provide advice to landlord/tenant on HDB’s regulations, the Immigration Act 1959 (IA) and the Women’s Charter 1961 (WC) in relation to renting out of flat/bedroom(s) with regard to the minimum duration of tenancy, maximum occupancy and eligibility of tenants/occupiers.
Determine the party responsible for payment of stamp duty via e-Stamping, property tax, as well as service and conservancy charges.
Provide advice on the terms in the tenancy agreement to the landlord/tenant.
Demonstrate knowledge to advise on the procedure for renting an HDB flat/bedroom.
Provide advice to client on the process of utilities application, handing/taking over premises and inventory.