Amir Asraf Lee, Author at IQI Blog

Greece’s Real Estate: A Long-Term Play Beyond Recovery

Greece's real estate market, entering 2026, has completed its post-crisis recovery and is now moving into a phase of sustainable, structurally driven growth. The country's appeal to foreign buyers is now centred around relative affordability, improved lifestyle offerings, and a growing depth to the market, moving away from distressed pricing and rapid rebounds. …

06/02/2026219Views 0Likes 0Comments

Australia Newsletter

Housing Market Snapshot: Strong 2025, Softer Outlook for 2026

Australia’s housing market delivered solid gains in 2025, with national home values rising 8.6%, adding around $71,400 to the median dwelling price, the strongest annual growth since 2021. All capital cities and regional markets recorded increases, led by Darwin (+18.9%), while Melbourne saw the smallest rise at 4.8%. However, momentum began to cool in December,…

06/02/2026272Views 0Likes 0Comments

Newsletter

Juwai IQI Global Real Estate Newsletter for February 2026

Looking ahead to February 2026, market sentiment continues to strengthen as confidence builds on the more stable footing established at the start of the year. Easing financial conditions, clearer interest rate direction, and resilient economic activity are helping investors and homebuyers move from caution to action. Across many markets, transaction activity is gradually improving as…

06/02/2026186Views 0Likes 0Comments

Market Insights

Starting an Airbnb in Malaysia (2026): A Side-Hustler’s Real-Life Guide

Learn how to start a short-term rental in Malaysia. Covers setup costs, break-even calculations, state regulations (KL, Penang, Selangor), and VM2026 opportunities.

29/01/2026816Views 7Likes 0Comments

Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026): Why This Tourism Cycle Feels Different for Property Investors

Market Insights

Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026): How Tourism, DE Rantau and Short-Term Rentals Are Reshaping Property Investment

Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) is driving tourism growth, DE Rantau demand, and short-term rental yields across Malaysia. Discover key projects, regulations, and 2026 investment hotspots.

28/01/2026589Views 7Likes 0Comments

Dubai

9 Things You Need to Know Before Buying Dubai Properties

Dubai property investment is one of the most significant investment decisions that can enrich your portfolio. But before you do that, know these 9 things first!

22/01/20269KViews 26Likes 0Comments

Self Development

Invest Wisely: 5 Most Popular Investments in Malaysia

Investments everywhere! Here are the 5 most popular investments in Malaysia for those opting to look for a little extra money.

08/12/202516KViews 2Likes 0Comments

Market Insights

The 10 Best Affordable Housing Programmes in Malaysia (Updated 2026)

“According to Bank Negara Malaysia, the benchmark price for an affordable home in Malaysia is around RM282,000 based on average household income.” Amelia is 30, works in digital marketing in Kota Damansara, and has been renting for years. With living costs rising and property prices creeping up, she keeps asking the same question as many…

02/12/2025402KViews 1Like 0Comments