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Rethinking the 10% Rule: How Malaysians Can Buy a Home with Less Upfront Cash

Rethinking the 10% Rule: How Malaysians Can Buy a Home with Less Upfront Cash

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Rethinking the 10% Rule: How Malaysians Can Buy a Home with Less Upfront Cash
For years, the “10% down-payment rule” has been one of the biggest psychological and financial barriers to homeownership in Malaysia. The assumption was simple: no large cash reserve, no entry. Budget 2026 changes that narrative, placing greater emphasis on financing accessibility rather than affordability alone. With enhanced policy tools now in place, aspiring homeowners may…
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Global Market Outlook 2026: Stability, Selectivity, and Strategic Positioning
As February 2026 unfolds, the global economy is showing encouraging signs of stability, supported by steady GDP growth forecasts and accommodative monetary policy across major markets. Emerging economies particularly in Asia and parts of Latin America are expected to drive much of this momentum. While geopolitical tensions have introduced some uncertainty, markets have remained resilient,…
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Where To Invest In 2026?
As inflation eases and interest rates gradually decline, 2026 is shaping up as a more supportive year for real estate capital. Forecasts point to modest but resilient global growth, improving affordability, and a recovery in transaction volumes, particularly in markets where demographics, infrastructure spending, and policy reforms align. 1. Interest Rates and Buyer Activity …
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Why Dubai Real Estate Attracts Global Investors
Dubai has transitioned from an emerging property market to a globally relevant destination for real estate capital. For affluent and high-net-worth investors in ASEAN, it now features a diversified international property allocation strategy due to its macro stability, tax-efficient structure, global demand base, and robust fundamentals. Political and economic stability are among Dubai’s foundational…
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Canada Newsletter
Canada Housing Market Update:Stability Builds Heading into 2026
Canada’s real estate market closed 2025 in a more balanced and stable position, supported by earlier interest rate cuts, easing inflation, and gradually improving buyer confidence. Across major cities, conditions varied but remained resilient: the GTA saw steady demand within a well-supplied market, Vancouver experienced elevated inventory with limited price pressure, and Montreal continued…
06/02/2026276Views0Likes0Comments
Hong Kong Property Market
Hong Kong Newsletter
Hong Kong Property Market Update: Residential Growth Continues, Retail Sales Surge -December 2025
In November, Hong Kong’s residential market saw a 2.2% decline in transaction volume but a 1.2% rise in total consideration to HKD 51.7 billion. Mass residential capital values continued their 0.6% m-o-m rise, marking the third consecutive month of increases. Developers have been actively launching new projects, reducing unsold inventory. The expected supply months…
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Bali Property Market 2025–2026: Prime Yields and Emerging Opportunities
Bali’s property market showed strong activity in 2025, driven by tourism recovery and heightened investor interest. Property prices continued to rise, particularly in commercial sectors such as hotels, offices, and retail, while villas and short-term rental properties remained highly sought after by both local and foreign buyers. The steady return of national and international…
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