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government is reviewing the CPF interest rates

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Does this means HDB loans interest will go up?

Manpower Minister Tan Chuan-Jin explained today that the government is currently reviewing the CPF interest rates and considering whether they should be changed.

Minister Tan was speaking at the CPF and Retirement Adequacy conference organised by the Institute of Policy studies.

He noted that many Singaporeans have raised concerns about the interest rates on the CPF and how this is impacting their retirement savings after taking into account inflation.

Minister Tan explained that inflation is a valid concern and they are currently looking at it and exploring how to best address these concerns in the long term.

He said that the government will soon make more announcements on any changes that they decide to make.

Another aspect of the CPF currently under review is the Minimum Sum scheme and how the amount is calculated.

Mr Tan said they are reviewing whether it should continue to be raised in relation to inflation and whether the formula for calculating inflation needs to be changed.

He explained that the Minimum sum is pegged with inflation so it goes up every year based on the inflation, as calculated by the Consumer Price Index.
 

winnipegjets

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In fact, the PAP government will simplify pricing of HDB flat; $12k for 2-room flat, $20k for 3-room flat, $50k for 4-room flat and $100k for 5-room flat. Add $20k for mature estates.

PAP is going to give and give until after the election.
 

winnipegjets

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The complexity is PAP created. They need the CPF money to generate returns for the government.

The solution is simple if the government is sincere in wanting to help sinkees retire comfortably. There are two option:

1. Turn the CPF scheme into a pension or
2. Put the CPF money into an S&P etf and all the returns less 0.05 percent goes back to the account holder.
 

laksaboy

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Does this means HDB loans interest will go up?

Does it matter? You're getting ripped off anyway when you purchase a HDB flat.

Ever seen one of the new claustrophobia-inducing 'shrink water' new flats? It's not unlike a hawker stall sneakily giving less ingredients for the same or higher price. :wink:
 

lifeafter41

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Does this means HDB loans interest will go up?

Review does not mean will be revised up.
It can be revised down too.

If the basis of inflation calculation is changed resulting in a lower inflation rate, then interest rate for CPF will be revised lower. This is always this possibility.

Do take note.
 
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