Estate Agents Act 2010: Primary legislation governing real estate agency work in Singapore, including consulting services. Establishes licensing framework and regulatory requirements.
Estate Agents (Estate Agency Work) Regulations: Detailed regulations specifying requirements for estate agency work, including professional conduct and operational requirements.
Real Estate Developers (Control and Licensing) Act: Legislation controlling development of real estate projects and licensing of developers, relevant for consulting work involving development projects.
Residential Property Act: Controls and restricts purchase of residential properties by foreign persons and entities in Singapore.
Planning Act: Governs land use and development in Singapore, crucial for consulting work involving property development or land use.
CEA Guidelines and Code of Ethics: Professional standards and ethical guidelines established by the Council for Estate Agencies for real estate professionals.
Contract Law (Chapter 53): Fundamental legislation governing formation and enforcement of contracts in Singapore.
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Regulates collection, use, and disclosure of personal data in Singapore, crucial for handling client information.
Goods and Services Tax Act: Tax legislation relevant for billing and charging consulting fees.
Employment Act: Relevant if the consulting agreement involves employment relationships or contractor arrangements.
Central Provident Fund Act: mandatory social security savings scheme, relevant if consulting arrangement involves employment relationships.
Anti-Money Laundering Regulations: Including the Corruption, Drug Trafficking and Other Serious Crimes Act, requiring due diligence in real estate transactions.
