The Gulf conflict is redefining Malaysian homeownership in 2026 By Joseph Wong The Malaysian property landscape has long been a resilient pillar of the national economy but as of Feb 28, 2026, it faces a trial by fire. The ongoing conflict in the Gulf, a geopolitical tremor felt thousands of miles away, has sent shockwaves…
Read MoreNavigating buyer eligibility in Malaysia’s 2026 property market By Joseph Wong In the high-stakes arena of real estate, the transition from browsing to owning is governed by a singular, formidable concept: Eligibility. As Malaysia navigates the landscape of 2026, the definition of an eligible buyer has evolved far beyond a simple bank balance. Today, eligibility…
Read MorePETALING JAYA: SP Setia Bhd was honoured with the AI (Real Estate) Category award at the Malaysia Technology Excellence Awards 2026 recently. Setia chief information digital officer Alex Chi Chong Lim received the award on behalf of the group. Setia was recognised for its deployment of artificial intelligence (AI) across selected property development processes. Delivered…
Read MoreAS Malaysia enters the individual tax filing season, taxpayers are encouraged to move beyond last-minute submissions and adopt a more strategic approach to their tax filings.Filing an income tax return is not merely a statutory obligation but it is also an opportunity to optimise one’s tax position within the tax law framework.Personal tax returns for…
Read MoreKUALA LUMPUR — A walk through Petaling Street, better known as Chinatown, still carries the familiar rhythm of bargaining voices and the irresistible pull of street food. But today, the historic enclave offers something more; a renewed charm that is steadily captivating both local and international visitors. Framed by rows of old, character-rich buildings, the…
Read MoreVic Sithasanan, managing director, PropertyGuru & iProperty, Malaysia, sharing insights and trends at their Hari Raya Open House for media and creators. (PropertyGuru pic) PETALING JAYA: Malaysians remain firmly set on owning homes, with more than half planning to make a purchase within the next two years, according to a new nationwide study. The H1…
Read MoreLim (centre) accepting the award at the event. PETALING JAYA: LBS Bina Group Bhd (LBS) has been honoured with the Property Excellence Award 2025 at the Business Excellence Awards 2025, organised by one of Malaysia’s leading Chinese media outlets. The award ceremony was held at the Sunway Resort Hotel in Kuala Lumpur. This achievement marks…
Read MoreBy Joseph Wong For decades, the narrative surrounding Johor’s property market was one of potential, a sleeping giant in the shadow of Singapore’s skyline. But as it moves through March 2026, that narrative has shifted from speculation to a high-velocity reality. Johor has officially decoupled from the rest of the national market to become Malaysia’s…
Read MorePopulation growth is projected to drive a 15% rise in Malaysian housing transactions over five years, with 582,000 new households forming nationwide. KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s residential property transactions are forecast to increase by 15% over the next five years. IQI co-founder and group chief executive officer Kashif Ansari said this growth will be driven primarily…
Read MoreBy Samantha Wong One enduring trend in urban development has ridden the investment wave to deliver significant value but only to a targeted segment of the market. In many urban developments today, apartment layouts are getting smaller, car park bays are maximised along minimum baselines and any facilities provided within the development are designed with…
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