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New Guide: TDSR & MSR — How Much Property You Can Actually Afford in 2026

With SORA near a four-year low, affordability maths has shifted for upgraders and first-time buyers. Our new guide walks through how TDSR and MSR caps really work, with a worked example from income to maximum purchase price.

Kenny Neo

Kenny Neo

10 July 2026 · 1 min read

Kenny's Take

Rates near four-year lows change what buyers *can* borrow — but TDSR and MSR decide what you *may* borrow. Know your real ceiling before you shortlist projects; the worked example in this guide shows exactly how the numbers stack up in 2026.

📘 What the guide covers

  • How TDSR (55%) and MSR (30%) actually apply to your loan application — and which one binds for your property type.
  • A worked example from gross household income down to maximum loan and maximum purchase price in 2026 conditions.
  • Why the current rate environment (SORA near a four-year low) changes monthly repayments but not your regulatory ceiling.
  • Read the full guide: kennyneoadvisory.com/blog/tdsr-msr-singapore-2026-how-much-you-can-afford

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