It is important to note that CPF rules dictate that only the CPF OA funds of the applicants or co-applicants can be used for housing purposes. Therefore, while your parent can be part of the family nucleus, their CPF savings cannot be directly utilized for the purchase of the HDB flat under this scheme.
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