Ascertain landlord’s eligibility to rent out the whole HDB flat.
Verify immigration/employment status of foreign tenants (refer to Unit 4.5).
Advise landlord/tenant on HDB renting out of flat/bedroom rules including tenants’ eligibility, maximum number of tenants allowed, tenancy period and application for approval for renting out of flat/bedroom(s).
Determine who pays for
Stamp duty, and how and where to stamp
Property tax
Service & conservancy charges
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.