Securities and Futures Act (SFA): Primary legislation governing securities, futures, and financial activities in Singapore, including regulation of capital markets products and services
Banking Act: Core legislation governing banking institutions and their operations in Singapore, including lending activities
Moneylenders Act: Regulates moneylending activities and provides consumer protection in credit transactions
Financial Advisers Act: Regulates financial advisory services and ensures proper disclosure of financial advice
Companies Act: Primary legislation governing corporate entities in Singapore, relevant for corporate borrowers and lenders
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Protects consumers against unfair practices and ensures fair trading
Unfair Contract Terms Act: Restricts the extent to which civil liability for breach of contract can be avoided through contract terms
MAS Guidelines: Regulatory guidelines issued by the Monetary Authority of Singapore governing financial institutions and activities
MAS Notice 632: Specific guidelines on residential property loans and related lending practices
MAS Notice 645: Guidelines on Total Debt Servicing Ratio (TDSR) framework for property loans
Conveyancing and Law of Property Act: Governs property transactions and security interests in real property
Registration of Deeds Act: Regulates the registration of deeds and instruments affecting land
Land Titles Act: Governs the registration and transfer of land titles in Singapore
Contract Law: Common law principles governing formation and enforcement of contracts in Singapore
Misrepresentation Act: Deals with false statements made during contract formation and provides remedies
Corruption, Drug Trafficking and Other Serious Crimes Act: Anti-money laundering legislation requiring due diligence and reporting of suspicious transactions
MAS Notice 626: Guidelines on Prevention of Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism
