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Home<\/a><\/span> » Can I Buy a House in Malaysia Without a Down Payment?<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n
TL;DR<\/strong>
Buying a house in Malaysia without a down payment is entirely possible for eligible buyers through initiatives like the Skim Jaminan Kredit Perumahan (SJKP), PR1MA financing, Maybank HouzKEY, rent-to-own schemes, or specific developer packages. However, securing a 100% home loan doesn’t mean “zero cost”; buyers must still budget for upfront expenses such as booking fees, legal fees, stamp duty, valuation charges, and MRTA\/MRTT insurance. First-time buyers have the highest chance of approval by maintaining a healthy debt service ratio (DSR), a clean CCRIS and CTOS credit record, and ensuring the property aligns with the chosen scheme’s guidelines.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Saving for a house deposit can feel like fighting the final boss before the game even starts. One minute you are browsing nice kitchens, the next you see the 10% down payment<\/strong> and quietly close the tab.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The good news is that buying with little or no upfront deposit is possible in Malaysia, but only if you choose the right scheme and understand the costs hidden behind the term “full loan”.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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