non-residents can obtain mortgage financing from Malaysian and some foreign banks using Malaysian property as collateral. Malaysia is one of the few countries in the region that allows foreigners to own strata and selected landed properties under their own name (subject to state minimum price and restrictions). Financing KLCC & KL City Centre Properties as […]
Malaysia’s housing framework gives strong legal protection to home buyers – including foreigners – especially for licensed residential projects in Kuala Lumpur city centre. This protection comes mainly from the Housing Development (Control and Licensing) Act 1966 (HDA), standard sale and purchase agreements, housing tribunals, and stricter oversight of developers. HDA 1966 & standard SPA
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Malaysia’s residential prices are expected to rise modestly in 2026, with national forecasts clustering between about 1–5% growth, and slightly stronger gains in selected hotspots like MRT/RTS-linked corridors and prime KL city locations. For international buyers, this points to a market that is stable rather than speculative, where returns will depend more on choosing the right micro‑location
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Rental profits from residential condos, serviced apartments or commercial spaces are taxable. Key rules:• Section 4(d) – Passive Rental (most foreigners): Net income after direct expenses, taxed at 30% flat rate for non‑residents. No loss carry‑forwards or capital allowances.• Section 4(a) – Business Rental (active management, e.g. Airbnb with services): Treated as business income. Foreign
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Malaysia’s economy is projected to grow at around 4.8–5% through 2025–2026, with fiscal consolidation and targeted subsidies keeping conditions broadly stable for property buyers. Government forecasts highlight a gradual easing of inflation and a focus on infrastructure, including rail, urban renewal and digital connectivity, all of which support medium‑term property values. For the residential market,
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Kuala Lumpur now has a new Rapid Bulanan pass that gives 30 days of unlimited travel on Rapid KL rail and bus services for RM150, open to both Malaysians and foreigners. This is a major upgrade for tourists, expats, digital nomads and international property buyers who rely on LRT, MRT, Monorail and buses around KLCC, Bukit Bintang and TRX. This guide explains
Kuala Lumpur city centre (KLCC, Bukit Bintang, TRX belt, and KL Sentral/Brickfields) is evolving into a mature rental market with growing end‑user demand, rising short‑stay tourism, and clearer regulations. For international buyers and high‑net‑worth Malaysians, understanding rental performance, tenant profiles, and policy direction is now essential before committing to a multimillion‑ringgit condo. This guide breaks down the latest trends
Kuala Lumpur’s short‑term rental (STR) and Airbnb market has matured from a “grey area side hustle” into a data‑backed, regulation‑driven asset class that serious investors can no longer ignore. This article breaks down the latest numbers and rules so that international buyers and high‑net‑worth Malaysians can make informed decisions about owning a STR‑ready condo in
Golden Crown Residence @ TRX is one of the most interesting new launches in central Kuala Lumpur for buyers who want to live or invest right beside Malaysia’s new international financial hub. It now also sits next to what will become a major education hub, with Monash University Malaysia planning a RM2.8 billion city campus in
They say home is not just a place, but a feeling. For those who moved from oversea to Kuala Lumpur few years ago, that feeling was elusive—until you stood under the dazzling new lights of Bukit Bintang in the coming evening. The soon to launch of i-LITE U, a RM4 million project to illuminate Kuala Lumpur’s
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