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IQI Expands into Bali and Lombok, Connecting Indonesia with Global Property Markets

Version: BM, CN IQI, the global real estate agency network with more than 65,000 agents and offices in over 35 countries, has launched two new offices in Indonesia's lifestyle paradises of Bali and Lombok. Announced in August 2026, the launch is delivered with local partner Homes in Asia and deepens a footprint IQI has been building since…

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Market Insights

Starter Home vs Dream Home: What Should You Buy First?

Buying your first home should feel exciting. But once you start comparing prices, loans and monthly commitments, the decision can get real very quickly. Do you buy the RM400,000 home you can comfortably afford now, or wait for the RM700,000 home you really want? Starting small sounds safer, but it is not always the better…

21/08/202613Views 0Likes 0Comments

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Property Near Airports in Malaysia: Good Investment or Noise Problem?

Ten minutes from the airport sounds like a major selling point. Until a plane passes over your bedroom at 6.15am. Airports can bring jobs, businesses, better infrastructure and steady rental demand. But being too close to a flight path can also mean aircraft noise, heavier traffic and a property that may be harder to resell.…

20/08/202613Views 0Likes 0Comments

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Old Klang Road 2026: Where to Live, What Property Costs and Who It Suits

Ask whether Old Klang Road is a good place to live and the answer is usually yes. It is central, well connected and packed with everyday amenities. But Old Klang Road is an 11km corridor, not one neighbourhood. A home near Mid Valley can differ greatly in price, commute and rental demand from one closer…

13/08/202687Views 0Likes 0Comments

Market Insights

MM2H China: Are Chinese Buyers Taking Over Malaysian Property?

In February 2026, a parliamentary reply sparked headlines across Malaysia: China had emerged as the largest source of MM2H property buyers. The story was quickly picked up by The Star, New Straits Times, The Sun and the South China Morning Post, while questions were raised in Parliament over whether the programme had become too concentrated…

11/08/2026113Views 0Likes 0Comments

Stories

IQI Kuala Lumpur: Meet the Teams Behind Malaysia’s Leading Real Estate Network

What makes IQI Kuala Lumpur different from every other region? It is not built around one branch leader, but a dynamic network of specialised teams, each with its own culture, leadership style, and path for growth. Based at IQI Global’s headquarters, agents in KL and Selangor gain direct access to global leadership, major property launches,…

07/08/2026202Views 2Likes 0Comments

News & Event

Petaling Jaya Flood Risk and Property Values What Buyers Should Know

Petaling Jaya has been one of the Klang Valley's most reliable commercial addresses for decades. But three rounds of flash floods in a single year are forcing a rethink. The Malaysian Institute of Estate Agents (MIEA) and Juwai IQI have both warned that recurring floods are no longer a temporary inconvenience. They are starting to permanently…

05/08/2026177Views 0Likes 0Comments

News & Event

West Asia Conflict May Raise Malaysia Construction Costs by RM1.1 Billion in 2026

Diesel is not usually the first thing homebuyers worry about. But perhaps it should be. The ongoing West Asia conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran could add around RM1.1 billion to Malaysia’s construction diesel costs in 2026. The analysis, released by Juwai IQI Co-Founder and Group CEO Kashif Ansari on 21 July 2026,…

24/07/2026301Views 0Likes 0Comments

News & Event

Malaysia’s Data Centre Boom: Will It Affect Housing Supply and Property Prices?

Malaysia’s rapid data centre expansion has raised concerns over whether large-scale developments could reduce land available for housing. With billions of ringgit in investment flowing into Johor, Selangor and other key markets, the question is becoming increasingly relevant for homebuyers, developers and property investors. However, Juwai IQI Co-Founder and Group CEO Kashif Ansari said the…

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News & Event

West Asia Conflict May Add RM1.1 Billion to Malaysia’s Construction Costs in 2026

Higher diesel prices are one of the hidden costs most homebuyers rarely consider. But they can have a real impact on construction costs and, eventually, property prices. The ongoing conflict in West Asia has been pushing up fuel expenses across Malaysia’s construction sector, adding billions of ringgit to the industry’s overall bill. While the additional…

23/07/2026405Views 0Likes 0Comments

IQI Expands into Bali and Lombok, Connecting Indonesia with Global Property Markets

IQI Expands into Bali and Lombok, Connecting Indonesia with Global Property Markets

Safarah

IQI Expands into Bali and Lombok, Connecting Indonesia with Global Property Markets

Starter Home vs Dream Home: What Should You Buy First?

Property Near Airports in Malaysia: Good Investment or Noise Problem?

Old Klang Road 2026: Where to Live, What Property Costs and Who It Suits

MM2H China: Are Chinese Buyers Taking Over Malaysian Property?

IQI Kuala Lumpur: Meet the Teams Behind Malaysia’s Leading Real Estate Network

Petaling Jaya Flood Risk and Property Values What Buyers Should Know

West Asia Conflict May Raise Malaysia Construction Costs by RM1.1 Billion in 2026

Malaysia’s Data Centre Boom: Will It Affect Housing Supply and Property Prices?

West Asia Conflict May Add RM1.1 Billion to Malaysia’s Construction Costs in 2026

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