Written by Shan Saeed, IQI Chief Economist
The global economic landscape in 2025 is marked by heightened uncertainty, driven by deepening geopolitical risks, volatile tariff policies, and mounting fiscal pressures—particularly in the U.S. While central banks are pivoting toward lower interest rates to sustain growth, market volatility has intensified, causing a disconnect between U.S. yields…
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This article is contributed by Taco Heidinga, CEO and Founder of Propcoach International Inc. and Global Strategic Advisor at Juwai IQI, who brings nearly 20 years of real estate expertise and a commitment to uplifting professionals globally.
In life, there are times where we have to conclude to a major decision. As a result to…
Moving house. It's exciting! New space, new place to call home. Yet, it's so stressful. Why are so many things involved?!
Take a deep breath, inhale, exhale... whether we like it or not, we can't escape from all the (sometimes tedious) parts of moving house.
But we can make it easier for you, at the…
Moving house, or any personal property, can be both an exciting and stressful experience. Whether moving across town to a new house or city, packing up your life and settling into a new home can be daunting.
However, proper planning and organization can make your relocation smooth and hassle-free.
This comprehensive guide…
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…
Written by Taco Heidinga, Global Real Estate Strategist Juwai IQI & Founder, Homes in Asia
As global citizens, we no longer chase only financial returns, we seek lifestyle, security, and global optionality. The world is shifting, and with it, the definition of a “safe” or “smart” investment. In 2025, three powerful trends define where capital is moving next:…
Written by Muhazrol Muhamad GVP, Head of Bumiputra Segment
Malaysia is moving toward a safer and more buyer-focused property landscape through the Build Then Sell (BTS) 10:90 model, marking a major evolution from the traditional Sell-Then-Build structure. Driven by the Ministry of Housing and Local Government, the BTS 10:90 system requires buyers to pay only…
Written by Hamid R. Azarmi, Head of Business Development
As 2025 comes to an end, the global economy shows signs of stabilisation with the IMF projecting 2.8 percent global growth, reflecting easing inflation and the possibility of interest rate cuts in 2026.
While growth has not fully returned to pre-pandemic levels, markets have benefited from…
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TL;DR: Abandoned housing projects can cause serious financial and emotional stress, but early warning signs often appear before a project stops. Buyers are protected under the HDA, yet prevention is still the best safeguard. Always choose developers with a strong track record, proper licences and clear financial practices.
Buying a home is supposed…
