Banking Act (Cap. 19): Primary legislation governing banking institutions and their operations in Singapore, including lending activities and regulatory compliance requirements
Moneylenders Act (Cap. 188): Regulates moneylending activities in Singapore, including interest rate caps and licensing requirements for moneylenders
Securities and Futures Act (Cap. 289): Relevant when financial instruments are used as collateral, governing the treatment and handling of securities
Conveyancing and Law of Property Act (Cap. 61): Governs real property transactions and security interests in real estate when used as collateral
Registration of Deeds Act (Cap. 269): Provides for the registration of deeds and instruments affecting interests in land and property
Companies Act (Cap. 50): Relevant for registration of charges and corporate borrowing, particularly when the borrower is a company
Contract Law (Amendment) Act 2012: Updates to Singapore's contract law framework affecting formation and enforcement of contracts
Electronic Transactions Act (Cap. 88): Governs electronic transactions and digital signatures in contractual agreements
Unfair Contract Terms Act (Cap. 396): Regulates unfair terms in contracts and protects parties from unreasonable contract provisions
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Protects consumers' interests in transactions and ensures fair trading practices
Insolvency, Restructuring and Dissolution Act 2018: Governs insolvency proceedings and affects creditor rights in default scenarios
Stamp Duties Act: Requires certain documents to be stamped and duties paid, affecting loan and security documentation
