28/07/2026
🚨 Major Property Policy Update!
The Government has announced the removal of the 15-month wait-out period for private property owners who wish to rightsize to a HDB resale flat.
So what does this mean for the property market?
🏡 HDB Resale Market
✅ More private homeowners are now able to rightsize immediately without waiting 15 months.
✅ Demand for well-located resale flats is likely to increase, especially those near MRT stations, amenities and mature estates.
✅ Sellers of these HDB flat types may benefit from a larger pool of buyers.
🏙️ Private Property Market
✅ More older homeowners may be encouraged to sell their private properties earlier and unlock their capital.
✅ This could increase the supply of resale private homes, particularly larger condos and landed homes.
✅ Buyers looking for resale private properties may have more options in the coming months.
Overall Impact
This policy is designed to help rightsize more easily while improving housing mobility. It may provide additional support for demand in selected HDB segments without significantly changing the overall market overnight.
If you’re planning to:
✔️ Upgrade
✔️ Rightsize
✔️ Sell your HDB or private property
✔️ Understand how this policy affects your home’s value
Feel free to reach out. Every property owner’s situation is different, and having the right strategy can make a significant difference.
📩 Happy to provide a personalised market assessment and discuss your options.
HDB resale prices have fallen for two consecutive quarters since the start of the year.