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Top 5 : Why Ultra-Rich Foreigners Will Still Buy Property In Singapore

Posted by Jayson Ang on March 1, 2025

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Singapore, a small island nation in Southeast Asia, has been steadily gaining recognition as a hotspot for the ultra-wealthy to invest in real estate. Despite the recent increase in the Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty (ABSD) from 30% to 60% for foreign buyers, Singapore’s property market continues to attract the attention of the world’s richest individuals.

Here are the top five reasons why ultra-rich foreigners continue to buy property in Singapore.

1. Economic and Political Stability:

Singapore’s reputation as an economically sound and politically stable country is one of the primary reasons why it attracts high-net-worth individuals. The absence of explicit wealth tax compared to other jurisdictions and incentives for the ultra-wealthy to expand their business activities make Singapore an attractive destination for investment.

2. Attractive Tax System:

Despite the increase in ABSD, Singapore’s tax system remains appealing to foreign investors. Certain nationalities, such as Americans and Permanent Residents of Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland, are exempt from paying ABSD on their first property purchase, making Singapore an attractive option for these individuals.

3. Rise of Family Offices:

The rise of family offices in the Asia-Pacific region, particularly in Singapore, has contributed to the increased interest in Singapore’s real estate sector. These family offices often seek exposure to Singapore’s prime real estate sector, viewing it as a safe and lucrative investment.

4. High Quality of Living:

Singapore offers a high quality of living, with excellent infrastructure, diverse facilities, and a cosmopolitan ambiance. This makes it an attractive destination for expatriates and their families, further driving demand for luxury homes.

5. Singapore’s Status as a Financial Hub:

Singapore’s status as a financial hub conducive for trade, coupled with its strategic location, makes it an attractive destination for business investment. This encourages foreign nationals to invest in Singapore’s real estate, contributing to the steady rise in property prices.

In conclusion, despite the increase in ABSD, Singapore continues to attract the ultra-wealthy due to its economic and political stability, attractive tax system, rise of family offices, high quality of living, and status as a financial hub. As long as these factors remain, Singapore’s property market will continue to be a hotspot for the world’s super-rich.

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