Monthly Archives: January 2013

Managing Tax on Your Property Investments

Posted on January 29, 2013 by David Lee

Rental income is liable to tax if the property is situated in Malaysia. This is applicable even though you are not residing in Malaysia or may be a non-resident. Rental income is taxable when it is due and payable to … Continue reading →

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Islamic Investment Accounts

Posted on January 23, 2013 by David Lee

Islamic Investment which is known as Shariah Compliant Investment is a growing industry, which is getting popular nowadays and more seriously considered by all consumers around the world. There’s an estimate that this market will grow rapidly in the next … Continue reading →

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Real Estate Investing Through REITs

Posted on January 15, 2013 by David Lee

Real estate investment trusts have done well since the beginning of the year 2012. According to the latest research, the larger cap Malaysia REITs had appreciated by 26% since January, outperforming the KLCI index by 8%. Besides that, it has … Continue reading →

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General Election Pose Risk to Property Sector?

Posted on January 8, 2013 by David Lee

Although there is no property bubble, the recent hike in real property gains tax (RPGT) causes the consumer remain caution of rising housing prices. Such policy could put a pause to home purchasers who may anticipate further measures which would … Continue reading →

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Malaysian Property Market Slowdown or Remain Strong In 2013?

Posted on January 3, 2013 by David Lee

Forget about housing prices falling this year. Top property developers predict that the market in 2013 will remain resilient even though Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) tightening of housing loan rules imposed on Jan 1, 2012 has made it tougher to … Continue reading →

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