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The recurring costs of a home and of staying healthy: property tax and Annual Value, S&CC rebates, MediShield Life premiums and CHAS subsidies.
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Why two similar flats can get different property tax bills
For owner-occupiers the first S$12,000 of Annual Value is taxed at 0%. The 2026 rates and the one-off rebate.
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How many months of S&CC the rebate covers depends on your flat type
Eligible HDB households get 1.5 to 3.5 months of S&CC offset between April 2026 and January 2027.
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What your MediShield Life premium is before and after the subsidy
Gross premiums rise with age, but subsidies depend on household income per person and Annual Value.
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What the colour of a CHAS card changes at the GP clinic
Every citizen can apply, but subsidies for common illnesses, chronic care and dental work depend on the tier.
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