In a significant policy shift, the Seller’s Stamp Duty (SSD) holding period will be reinstated to four years starting July 4, 2025, accompanied by a four-percentage-point increase across all tiers. This change comes in response to a notable surge in sub-sale transactions, which increased from just 198 units in 2020 to a staggering 1,428 in 2024. Such a dramatic rise indicates a potential uptick in speculative buying behavior, prompting the government to implement measures aimed at curbing this trend.
The reinstatement of the SSD holding period targets speculative investors who might be purchasing properties with the intention of a quick resale for profit.
Data from the first half of 2025 reveals that a significant 72.1% of homeowners sold their properties after holding them for five years or more. This statistic emphasizes that the majority of sellers in the market are long-term investors rather than short-term flippers.
The average holding period for properties in the Outside Central Region (OCR) ranged between 4.4 and 5.5 years during the same period, further supporting the notion that a large number of homeowners are not engaging in speculative selling practices.
NEW CONDO LAUNCH: BOULEVARD COAST
Boulevard Coast is an exciting new condominium launch poised to attract both end-users and long-term investors amidst the recent reinstatement of the Seller’s Stamp Duty holding period.
The Boulevard Coast Project Information highlights its strategic positioning in a market increasingly focused on genuine homeownership.
With rising property prices and anticipated demand from owner-occupiers, the Boulevard Coast is set for potential value appreciation.
Interested buyers can explore the Boulevard Coast Floor Plan and Boulevard Coast Price for more details.
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News Source: Edgeprop
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