Civil Law Act (Cap. 43): Primary legislation governing contract law in Singapore, establishing fundamental principles for contract formation, enforcement, and remedies.
Residential Property Act: Regulates the purchase of residential properties in Singapore, particularly relevant if the reservation fee relates to residential property transactions.
Housing Developers (Control and Licensing) Act: Governs housing developers and provides protection for home buyers in Singapore, including regulations on fees and deposits.
Sale of Commercial Properties Act: Regulates transactions involving commercial properties in Singapore, including provisions for deposits and reservation fees.
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Protects consumers against unfair practices and ensures fair trading terms in consumer transactions.
Unfair Contract Terms Act: Restricts the extent to which civil liability for breach of contract can be avoided through contract terms.
Currency Act: Governs the use of currency in Singapore and ensures valid monetary transactions.
Electronic Transactions Act: Provides legal framework for electronic transactions and digital signatures in Singapore.
Stamp Duties Act: Regulates stamp duties payable on instruments and agreements in Singapore.
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data in Singapore, ensuring privacy protection in transactions.
Council for Estate Agencies Guidelines: Regulatory guidelines for real estate transactions and practices in Singapore.
Monetary Authority of Singapore Guidelines: Financial regulatory guidelines that may affect payment and transaction terms in Singapore.
