Team Leader (Subsales) ∙ Dreammakerz
Melissa Yap
PEA2758
Team Leader (Subsales) ∙ Dreammakerz
Melissa Yap
PEA2758
About Melissa Yap
I advise clients on property strategy, investment decisions and asset disposal, with a strong focus on market analysis, due diligence, compliance and long-term outcomes. With seven years of experience in Malaysia’s property market, I have worked across residential, commercial, land and industrial as... I advise clients on property strategy, investment decisions and asset disposal, with a strong focus on market analysis, due diligence, compliance and long-term outcomes. With seven years of experience in Malaysia’s property market, I have worked across residential, commercial, land and industrial assets, supporting clients through transactions involving private treaty, sale by tender and strategic property advisory. My approach is grounded in market analysis, valuation considerations, regulatory awareness and due diligence. I work with clients across Kuantan, Kemaman and the wider East Coast, including property owners, buyers, investors and business clients.Increasingly, my work involves helping clients navigate:Property investment strategy and asset positioning__Market and valuation considerations___Holding strategy and exit planning___Commercial, industrial and land opportunities___Sale by tender and private treaty transactions___Due diligence and transaction considerations___I also lead the East Coast Tender Division, where I am involved in supporting and training new real estate negotiators in understanding the tender process and developing practical property skills.———— | Property decisions today should still make sense years from now. | __________ 我是 Melissa，一名专注于房地产策略、投资决策与资产处置的房地产顾问。在马来西亚房地产行业拥有 7年的经验，我的业务领域涵盖 住宅、商业地产、土地及工业地产，并参与 私人协议出售（Private Treaty）、公开竞标（Sale by Tender）以及房地产策略咨询。我的工作方式，不只是协助客户“找房子”或“卖房子”，而是从市场分析、价值判断、监管与合规考量，以及尽职调查出发，帮助客户看清一项房地产决策背后的风险、机会与长期影响。我目前主要扎根于 Kuantan、Pahang，同时服务 Kemaman 及东海岸地区的买家、业主、投资者及企业客户。除了房地产交易，我目前也负责 IQI 东海岸 Tender Division，参与房地产竞标业务，并协助培训新一代房地产经纪人，让他们更系统地了解竞标流程、市场判断及实际房地产操作。———— | 好的房地产决定，不只是今天正确，而是几年后回头看，依然合理。|
7 years at IQI
95 transactions
13 properties on sale
6 properties on rent
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My Listings
D'Embassy Suites
Bukit pelindung 76
₫ 22,792,846 /month
Listed on September 15, 2023
Sungai Marong
Bentong Pahang
₫ 6,014,778,700
Listed on October 2, 2024
Kuantan Bukit Gambang Residence City
Jalan Warisan 3, Kampung Pohoi, 26300 Gambang, Pahang
₫ 2,456,562,248
Listed on October 16, 2025
Timurbay Seafront Residence
Jalan Kuantan – Kemaman, Sungai Karang
₫ 3,482,240,300
Listed on December 16, 2025
Windmill Upon Hills
Jalan Permai, Genting Permai Avenue
₫ 3,228,986,460
Listed on April 13, 2026
hulu jabur
Jalan Jabor Lama
₫ 6,331,346,000
Listed on December 1, 2025
Persiaran Bandar Gambang
Persiaran Bandar Gambang, Perdana 3, 26300 Gambang, Pahang
₫ 291,241,916,000
Listed on June 22, 2026
Mahkota Valley Suites
Jalan IM 9/3, Bandar Indera Mahkota
₫ 5,698,211 /month
Listed on April 13, 2026
Seri Kuantan
Jalan Seri Kuantan
₫ 2,849,105,700
Listed on March 14, 2023
IMPERIUM RESIDENCE, KUANTAN WATERFRONT
JALAN TANJUNG LUMPUR, IMPERIUM RESIDENCE, KUANTAN WATERFRONT
₫ 3,957,091,250
Listed on August 25, 2023
Jalan MEC Highway Gambang
1-storey Factory
₫ 24,692,249,400
Listed on June 22, 2026
Windmill Upon Hills
Jalan Permai, Genting Permai Avenue
₫ 3,292,299,920
Listed on April 2, 2026
D'embassy
D'Embassy Residence Suites
₫ 2,456,562,248
Listed on June 20, 2026
PERUMAHAN ANAK AIR
LORONG ANAK AIR BARU 2,PERUMAHAN ANAK AIR, 26060
₫ 2,659,165,320
Listed on September 30, 2026
Bandar MEC Gambang Kuantan
105 Jalan MEC 1, Bandar MEC, Gambang Kuantan, 26300, Gambang, Pahang, 26300
₫ 120,295,574 /month
Listed on April 14, 2026
D'embassy
D'Embassy Residence Suites
₫ 17,727,769 /month
Listed on October 14, 2024
ALAM PERDANA
LORONG IM 12, ALAM PERDANA, IM 12
₫ 10,130,154 /month
Listed on October 15, 2024
Residensi Prima Mahkota Jaya 2
Mahkota Jaya 2, Gambang
₫ 1,570,173,808 /month
Listed on April 14, 2026
Imperium Residence Kuantan Waterfront Resort City
Tanjung Lumpur, Kuantan, Pahang
₫ 2,279,284,560
Listed on July 31, 2020
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Northern TechValley @BKE
Mukim 14, Kubang Semang, 14400 Seberang Perai, Penang, Malaysia
Starting from ₫ 91,776,152,570
Listed on January 23, 2026
Located in Bukit Minyak
Taman IKS Bukit Minyak
Jalan IKS Bukit Minyak Utama, Taman IKS Bukit Minyak, 14100 Simpang Ampat, Penang, Malaysia.
Starting from ₫ 7,621,674,315
Listed on January 23, 2026
Located in Simpang Ampat
Regalway Industrial Hub (Industrial)
Regalway Industrial Hub, Off Jalan Bukit Panchor, Bukit Panchor, 14100 Simpang Ampat, Penang, Malaysia.
Starting from ₫ 31,751,700,190
Listed on January 23, 2026
Located in Bukit Mertajam
Taman Jasa Ria (Garden Villa)
Jalan Permatang Pasir, Taman Jasa Ria, 14000 Bukit Mertajam, Penang, Malaysia
Starting from ₫ 7,083,509,905
Listed on January 23, 2026
Larger built-up area
Taman Jasa Intan (Garden Superlink)
Jalan Jasa Intan, Taman Jasa Intan, 14000 Bukit Mertajam, Penang, Malaysia
Starting from ₫ 5,179,041,028
Listed on January 23, 2026
Large land area
Taman Fajar Permai (Sunrise Terrace)
Jalan Fajar, Taman Fajar Permai, 14300 Nibong Tebal, Penang, Malaysia.
Starting from ₫ 3,482,240,300
Listed on January 23, 2026
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5 Oct, 2026
Vietnam Property Market October 2026: Policy Reform Reshapes a Resilient but Selective Market
Policy Reform Takes Centre Stage Vietnam’s residential market is entering the final quarter of 2026 with policy, rather than pricing, driving the conversation. Resolution 21-NQ/TW is set to shape the next round of Land Law and housing amendments, including proposals linking apartment use to a building’s service life and placing greater reconstruction obligations on owners. The changes could also introduce heavier taxation on excess property profits and vacant or unused assets, while land allocation may increasingly favour commercial apartment supply. MBS Research expects some new apartment projects could shift toward 50–99-year tenures, although implementing rules have not yet been issued. Despite the uncertainty, activity remains substantial. Nearly 34,000 new homes were launched nationwide in Q2, with around 19,600 units sold, equivalent to an absorption rate of approximately 58%. Average primary apartment prices reached around VND 80 million per sqm, up 10% from 2025. Strong Economy Meets Financing Pressure Hanoi illustrates the market’s growing divide. Q2 sales fell 45% year-on-year, even as luxury-led launches pushed primary prices up 36% to about US$4,659 per sqm. Mortgage rates of 12–14% remain the biggest obstacle for first-time buyers. At the same time, Vietnam’s macroeconomic backdrop remains strong. GDP grew 8.39% year-on-year in Q2, while registered FDI reached US$40.63 billion in the first eight months, up 55.4%. Of this, US$5.32 billion was committed to real estate. Outlook Vietnam is likely to remain a selective, end-user-led market rather than enter a broad rally. High financing costs and new legal considerations will make cash strength, legal clarity and land-backed assets increasingly important. For buyers and investors, due diligence around ownership structure, land-use rights and project legality will matter as much as location and product quality. Vietnam, October 2026 The contents of this article were contributed by Dustin Trung Nguyen, Head of IQI Vietnam. Download to see insights from other country marketsDownload
Hanoi Apartment Market Faces Resale Pressure Hanoi’s apartment market is entering a more cautious phase as resale pressure increases among investors who bought off-plan or during construction with short-term flipping strategies. After several years of strong price growth, market conditions have cooled. Capital gains are no longer guaranteed, while the end of mortgage grace periods is exposing some investors to higher floating interest rates and heavier repayment obligations. This is encouraging more owners to sell, with liquidity and debt reduction becoming a greater priority than maximising returns. According to market data cited in the report, asking prices at several Hanoi projects have already corrected from their previous peaks. Imperia Sola Park fell around 12.6%, Lumi Hanoi declined approximately 9.5%, while Kepler Land recorded an 8.6% correction. Market Shifts From Speculation to Liquidity The change marks an important shift in Vietnam’s residential market. Some leveraged investors are no longer holding properties in expectation of further short-term appreciation. Instead, they are looking to exit quickly, reduce debt exposure and, in some cases, accept losses. For genuine homebuyers and investors with stronger cash positions, this may create improved negotiating conditions in Hanoi’s secondary apartment market. Rather than competing in a rapidly rising market, buyers may now have greater scope to negotiate on properties where sellers are under financing pressure. Outlook Hanoi’s apartment market is likely to remain more selective and liquidity-driven in the near term. Resale pressure could continue to create opportunities for buyers who have sufficient cash and are willing to negotiate carefully. The key advantage is shifting towards financially prepared buyers, particularly those able to identify motivated sellers and acquire quality secondary-market units at prices below previous market peaks. The contents of this article were contributed by Dustin Trung Nguyen, Head of IQI Vietnam. Download to see insights from other country marketsDownload
30 Jul, 2026
Vietnam Property Market Outlook 2026: Infrastructure Corridors Lead the Next Growth Cycle
Vietnam’s Housing Market Enters a Selective Reset Vietnam’s residential market entered August 2026 in a period of consolidation. Prices remain relatively firm, but transaction activity is slower as buyers become more selective and borrowing costs stay elevated. During Q2 2026, developers launched approximately 12,000 primary condominiums across the enlarged Ho Chi Minh City market and more than 4,000 units in Hanoi. However, luxury absorption remained below 30% in Ho Chi Minh City, while Hanoi’s take-up rate eased to around 20%. Inner-city primary prices reached approximately USD 5,400 to USD 9,500 per square metre. Pressure was more visible in the secondary market, where prices declined 5% to 8% in Ho Chi Minh City and by as much as 12% in parts of Hanoi. Floating mortgage rates of 13% to 16% are encouraging some owners to lower asking prices. However, the market has not experienced widespread distress, while the new land-price framework is helping maintain a floor under development costs and headline prices. Infrastructure Redirects Property Demand Vietnam has approximately 234 major infrastructure projects worth VND 3.4 quadrillion underway. These investments are shifting demand from crowded central districts towards better-connected suburban and regional corridors. In the south, growth is concentrating around the Ho Chi Minh City and Dong Nai corridor, supported by Long Thanh International Airport, new ring roads, expressways and Metro Line 1. Northern demand is moving towards Hanoi’s gateway districts and neighbouring Hung Yen and Bac Ninh. Da Nang is also showing stronger primary-market activity, supported by limited prime coastal supply. Outlook Vietnam’s next property cycle is expected to favour patience and careful asset selection rather than short-term speculation. With average gross rental yields near 3.85%, investment returns will depend increasingly on infrastructure-led capital appreciation. Legally clear projects with strong connectivity and genuine end-user demand should remain best positioned, particularly for buyers with sufficient holding power and a multi-year investment horizon. Download to see insights from other country marketsDownload
Vietnam Residential Market Enters a More Selective Cycle Vietnam’s residential market opened 2026 in a transition phase, with prices still rising but liquidity cooling. This suggests the market is moving away from easy speculative gains toward a more disciplined cycle. Residential prices rose around 12% year-on-year in Q1 2026, while liquidity fell nearly 40%. However, there was no sign of distress selling, pointing to a healthy reset rather than a sharp downturn. Primary condominium prices reached new highs across major cities. In Hanoi, average prices were around USD 3,950 per sqm, up 30% year-on-year. In post-merger Ho Chi Minh City, prices averaged around USD 3,900 per sqm, supported by new supply and limited premium stock. Supply also improved. Ho Chi Minh City recorded around 8,010 new condo launches, up 104% year-on-year. Yet affordability remains the key challenge, with much of the new supply priced above the level affordable to mass-market buyers. Strong Fundamentals, But Investors Are More Careful Vietnam’s underlying fundamentals remain supportive. The economy grew 8.02% in 2025, while real estate FDI reached USD 389.5 million in Q1 2026, representing around 7.2% of total inflows. However, investor behaviour is changing. Demand is now concentrating on projects with clear legal status, reliable construction progress and long-term value. Satellite locations such as Binh Duong and Ba Ria-Vung Tau are gaining attention as central city prices continue to stretch. Outlook Vietnam’s property market is expected to remain attractive, but more selective. With average gross rental yields at around 3.85%, the market is less of a pure income play and more of a capital appreciation and infrastructure-led growth story. Buyers with strong holding power, careful project selection and a long-term view are likely to be better positioned than short-term speculators. Download to see insights from other country marketsDownload
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