Understand URA regulations on leasing of residential properties with regards to the minimum duration of tenancy, maximum occupancy and partitioning.
Verify legal ownership of landlord.
Verify immigration/employment status of foreign tenants.
Determine who pays for
Stamp duty, and how and where to stamp
Property tax
Management and sinking funds (where applicable)
Be cognisant of the clauses in the letter of intent (LOI) and collection of good faith deposit or act for landlord in finding tenants.
Advise on the terms in the tenancy agreement to the landlord/tenant, e.g. not to use the flat for nonresidential purposes, maintenance of the flat and effects, not to assign sublet or part with possession of the flat, etc.
Advise client on utilities application, handing/taking over premises, and inventory.