Wei Xuan, Author at IQI Blog

Condo vs Landed Property in Malaysia: Full Guide

TL;DR If you want strong rental yield and urban convenience, a condo in Malaysia often performs better. If your goal is long-term capital growth and land ownership security, landed property usually wins. Choosing between a condo and a landed house in Malaysia feels simple until you actually start comparing numbers. One offers a pool, gym, and…

26/02/20267KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Market Insights

Malaysia OPR at 2.75%: Good for Homebuyers & Investors 2026?

TL;DR Bank Negara Malaysia has kept the OPR steady at 2.75% as of January 2026. This is great news for borrowers because home loan interest rates remain stable, keeping monthly installments predictable. Inflation is manageable at around 1.4%, and the economy is growing. For buyers, it is a sweet spot to enter the market before demand drives prices…

24/02/20266KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Market Insights

Property Buying and Rental Price in Malaysia (2026 Global Guide)

Version: CN TL;DR Malaysia’s property buying and rental price in Malaysia story in 2026 is steady, selective, and data-driven. Median house prices are RM290,000; rental yields average 4%–6%, and price growth forecasts range from 1% to 5%. Kuala Lumpur remains premium, while suburban corridors offer stronger rental returns. Buying costs add 6%–12% to the purchase…

12/02/202610KViews 4Likes 0Comments

News & Event

5 New Malaysian Property Reforms for Zero Abandoned Homes

Version: CN, BM TL;DR Malaysia is revolutionizing its real estate sector with 5 major property initiatives in 2026 under the "Madani Housing Reforms." The ultimate goal is to achieve zero abandoned projects by 2030. Key reforms include the introduction of the Real Property Development Bill (protecting commercial buyers), the mandatory use of Electronic Sale & Purchase Agreements (e-SPA), and real-time…

16/01/20263KViews 5Likes 0Comments

News & Event

What Is iDsaya? Malaysia Government’s Digital ID & Guide to eSPA Signing

TL;DR iDsaya, a secure digital identity platform launched by the Malaysian government to modernize the property acquisition process. This system utilizes biometric facial recognition and public key infrastructure to create a verified "digital IC" for signing legal documents. eSPA (Electronic Sale and Purchase Agreement), on the other hand, is the official online contract…

12/01/202615KViews 5Likes 0Comments

News & Event

Claim Your Tax Reliefs When Filing Your Taxes! | List of Personal Income Tax Relief 2026 Malaysia

Version: BM , CN It's tax filing season! We've come to the time of year where everyone in Malaysia is busy filing taxes (or learning how to - we have just the guide for the tax filing process for you!). Even though you have to pay tax on your chargeable income when your annual…

08/01/2026140KViews 156Likes 0Comments

News & Event

How to File Income Tax in Malaysia in 2026? (Full Guide)

Version: CN, BM TL;DR For Year of Assessment 2025, individuals earning an annual income exceeding RM37,333 (approx. RM3,111/month) must file their income tax return via the MyTax Portal (https://mytax.hasil.gov.my). The strict deadlines are 30 April 2026 for standard employment income (Form BE) and 30 June 2026 for business or freelance income (Form B).…

07/01/202681KViews 8Likes 0Comments

Market Insights

NAPIC Q3 2025: What Does It Mean to the Malaysian Property Market?

TL;DR NAPIC Q3 2025 data shows the Malaysian property market is stabilizing, not booming. While transaction volumes dipped slightly by 3.5%, the total transaction value surged by 12.5%, proving that serious buyers are picking up higher-quality assets. However, the overhang (unsold units) remains a concern, especially for high-rise apartments in Johor and Kuala Lumpur, suggesting buyers need to be selective…

10/12/202511KViews 11Likes 0Comments

Lifestyle

What is FIRE? The Ultimate Guide to Early Retirement

TL;DR FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) is a lifestyle movement designed to help you exit the rat race decades ahead of schedule. By aggressively saving 50-70% of your income and accumulating a "corpus" worth 25 times your annual expenses, you can gain total freedom over your time. Whether you choose a minimalist approach like Lean FIRE or a balanced approach…

04/12/20252KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Market Insights

Key Things to Know About Vietnam Real Estate Before You Invest!

TL;DR Vietnam's real estate market in 2025 is a hotbed of opportunity, fueled by strong economic growth, massive foreign investment, and new government reforms making it easier for foreigners to buy. While prices in Hanoi are surging and Ho Chi Minh City is stabilizing, complexities around foreign ownership laws and potential market risks remain. Success…

12/11/20254KViews 4Likes 0Comments

Condo vs Landed Property in Malaysia: Full Guide

Condo vs Landed Property in Malaysia: Full Guide

Wei Xuan

Condo vs Landed Property in Malaysia: Full Guide

Malaysia OPR at 2.75%: Good for Homebuyers & Investors 2026?

Property Buying and Rental Price in Malaysia (2026 Global Guide)

5 New Malaysian Property Reforms for Zero Abandoned Homes

What Is iDsaya? Malaysia Government’s Digital ID & Guide to eSPA Signing

Claim Your Tax Reliefs When Filing Your Taxes! | List of Personal Income Tax Relief 2026 Malaysia

How to File Income Tax in Malaysia in 2026? (Full Guide)

NAPIC Q3 2025: What Does It Mean to the Malaysian Property Market?

What is FIRE? The Ultimate Guide to Early Retirement

Key Things to Know About Vietnam Real Estate Before You Invest!

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