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What is home content insurance Singapore?
Covers your home contents including furniture, renovations as well as personal belongings against loss and damage from perils like fire, flood, burglary & theft.
Is property insurance mandatory in Singapore?
Home insurance is an optional benefit for any HDB or private property owner, unlike fire insurance which is mandatory in Singapore. That is why fire insurance is more common to property owners. If you plan to buy an HDB flat using a bank loan, the bank will most likely require you to purchase fire insurance.
Is house insurance mandatory?
Legally, you can own a home without homeowners insurance. However, in most cases, those who have a financial interest in your home—such as a mortgage or home equity loan holder—will require that it be insured.
Is HDB home insurance compulsory?
Compulsory for HDB flat owners who are using their CPF savings to pay their monthly housing loan instalments. Optional for HDB flat owners who have private life insurance or mortgage-reducing insurance that can sufficiently cover the outstanding housing loan. Compulsory for flat owners with outstanding HDB loans.
Is property insurance optional?
A: Home insurance isn't required by law, but there are other reasons to insure your home. If you have a mortgage on it, your lender will require you to have insurance until the loan is paid off. In fact, lenders can legally force borrowers to carry insurance to cover the amount of the mortgage.
What insurance is compulsory when buying a house?
Mortgage insurance is one of the most important things to consider when you buy a home. Think of it as a safety net – it ensures that you will not lose your HDB flat due to unpaid loans in the event of death, terminal illness, or permanent disability.