Stamp Duty Self-Assessment under MyTax
Effective 1 January 2026, Malaysia has implemented a self-assessment regime for stamp duty, administered by the Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (LHDN)
Category Property, Banking & Finance
Property-related Taxes In Malaysia
Below, we explain (in simple terms) 4 of the most common property-related taxes in Malaysia. 1. QUIT RENT An annual land tax imposed on property owners by respective state governments. Also known as ‘Cukai Tanah’. For stratified properties, the quit…
Practical Guide To Buying A Subsale Property In Malaysia
Subsale properties are properties which are resold from the existing owner. When you buy a subsale property, it means that you are buying from another homeowner rather than directly from the developer. For those considering to buy a subsale property in…
Is It A Good Time To Sell Or Buy Property In A Subsale Market?
If you’re planning to SELL your property, you may be eligible for exemption from Real Property Gains Tax (RPGT):- (a) In summary, Malaysian citizens are exempted from the RPGT chargeable on gains arising from the disposal of up to three…
5 Reasons Not To Delay Perfection of Transfer & Perfection of Charge
Perfection of Transfer (“POT“) refers to the process of registering the transfer of ownership of a property from the developer to the purchaser on the Land Title. Perfection of Charge (“POC“) refers to the process of registering the Charge granted…