Land Titles Act (Cap. 157): Primary legislation governing the registration and transfer of land titles in Singapore, establishing the land titles system and procedures for property transactions
Civil Law Act (Cap. 43): Fundamental legislation governing civil law matters including contract law principles applicable to property transactions
Residential Property Act (Cap. 274): Regulates the purchase of residential properties by foreign persons and entities, including restrictions and approval requirements
Housing and Development Act (Cap. 129): Governs public housing (HDB) properties, including ownership, transfer, and usage restrictions for HDB flats
Planning Act (Cap. 232): Controls land use and development in Singapore, including zoning regulations and property usage restrictions
Conveyancing and Law of Property Act (Cap. 61): Regulates the transfer of property and interests in land, including legal requirements for property conveyancing
Stamp Duties Act: Governs various property-related stamp duties including Buyer's Stamp Duty (BSD), Additional Buyer's Stamp Duty (ABSD), and Seller's Stamp Duty (SSD)
Total Debt Servicing Ratio (TDSR) Framework: Monetary Authority of Singapore's framework limiting the amount that individuals can borrow for property purchases based on their income and other financial commitments
Singapore Land Authority Regulations: Administrative rules and requirements set by SLA for property transactions, land registration, and title management
Council for Estate Agencies Guidelines: Professional standards and requirements for property transactions involving real estate agencies and agents
Urban Redevelopment Authority Guidelines: Regulations concerning urban planning, property development, and usage restrictions for different property types
Contract Law Principles: Common law principles governing contract formation, validity, performance, and remedies in Singapore's legal system
Joint Ownership Laws: Legal framework governing rights, obligations, and relationships between co-owners of property, including joint tenancy and tenancy in common
Property Tax Regulations: Rules governing the assessment and payment of property taxes, including tax rates and payment schedules
