Estate Agents Act (Cap. 95A): Primary legislation governing real estate agencies and agents in Singapore. Establishes the regulatory framework for property agents, defines their duties and responsibilities, and sets requirements for representation agreements.
Estate Agents (Estate Agency Work) Regulations: Detailed regulations specifying how estate agents should conduct their work, including requirements for documentation, disclosure obligations, and commission guidelines.
Council for Estate Agencies (CEA) Guidelines: Professional guidelines including service manual, practice guidelines, and code of ethics and conduct for real estate agents in Singapore.
Contract Law (Cap. 32): General contract law principles governing formation and enforcement of contracts, including rights and obligations of parties in contractual agreements.
Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (PDPA): Legislation governing the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data, including consent obligations and data protection requirements.
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Law protecting consumers against unfair practices, establishing consumer rights, and providing framework for dispute resolution mechanisms.
Competition Act (Cap. 50B): Legislation governing anti-competitive practices, commission structures, and market conduct in business operations.
Residential Property Act: Law regulating restrictions on foreign ownership, requirements for residential property transactions, and related property matters in Singapore.
