Resale Home vs New Home Key Differences Breakdown Cost Of A $1.5m Property Resale Home (3 years of ownership)Property Tax – $1,380 (annual) [$4,140]Stamp Duty – $44,600Total Interest – $113,145Maintenance – $380 (monthly) [$13,680]Total Expenses: $175,565Total Breakeven Cost: $1,675,565 New Home (3 years of ownership)Property Tax – $0Stamp Duty $44,600Total Interest – $8,615Maintenance – $0Total Expenses: $53,215Total Breakeven Cost: $1,553,215 Does Resale Carry More Risks Or Opportunities? Starlight Suites - Freehold Martin Modern - 99 LH