More than 160 flats taken back by HDB as owners refuse to repay loan

Overextending yourself when buying an HDB unit can be a one-way ticket to trouble if you are not careful. ST PHOTO: JASON QUAH
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SINGAPORE - There may be big bucks to be made in property, but overextending yourself when buying an HDB unit can be a one-way ticket to trouble if you are not careful.

Housing Board homes are meant for just that – providing a home, and not serving as a speculative investment that might lead you to taking on a bigger loan than you can afford.

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