5 Must-Know for Foreigners Buying Properties in Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur, KL) in 2024
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- Опубліковано 8 лют 2025
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Ex-pat here.
I would never buy, only rent.
Quality of build is not fantastic considering Malaysia’s weather is harsh, very hot and heavy rain. Which brings to to tradesmen for property repairs, they are very affordable but 1.workmanship is very poor.
2. You’ll be painting the outside every 2 years due to mould.
3. Not all property has gone up in value, in fact a lot are coming down or stagnant.
4. The ringgit is weak which is great for purchasing but it will continue to get weaker against the majors in the future, I would never tie up my $ in Malaysia that’s my opinion.
5. Your vehicle will be scratch, dented, rear ended whilst parked, parking is tight everywhere and others just don’t care.
6.Capital gains tax to be paid on owner occupier at high a rate if sold in the first year which decreases slowly down to 7 years. After that is capital gains tax free.
7. Investment property returns are atrocious
8.Mmh2 can change for the worst if there is a change of government, you could me left holding the bag.
Having said all that, I still LOVE Malaysia and her people, the safest and friendliest on earth and have no problem spending my $ in Malaysia 👍🏽
All excellent points.
Properties in Malaysia are NOT for investment. Only buy if you wish to reside in Malaysia for a longer time.
@@HastyBombaBecause it should be the way.
@@innervisionjj Should be is not a law. It either is or isnt, sound like it isnt
@JoTokutora Well if you know law you.ll know making a blanket statement in itself relies on either wisdom or ignorance. People ignore the fact that Airbnb has single handedlly caused irreperable housing devestation across the planet while governments only intervene after they see children living in cardboard houses on the streets. Another American company at its finest with its "i want to buy a house to rent on airbnb drones following right behind. In Malaysia there are laws but they are not universal. A state government in Sabah has outlawed Airbnb so you can see they are not waiting for the sickness to get out of hand before they react. I like striaght talk so here you have it. Let me hear on how your game of monopoly pans out in the long run.
The Malaysian government keeps moving the goalposts for foreigners & there's little trust left thanks to the everchanging rules. Some foreigners who retired in Malaysia weren't allowed to return to their homes during COVID. Not being able to return to your own home? Hardly kind. Then, as a foreigner, you pay double to visit attractions like zoos. If Malaysian investor-retirees had to put up with the same overseas, they'd call it racism. 😊
Thank you for such a great video!
Thankyou very informative video
Hello! Looking forward to visiting KL. Very interested in relocating. US citizen.
I want to buy in KL !!
Thank you for sharing Yew Foong.
Buy if u wan to live in it, Msia property is not for investment, trust me, been there n done that!!
You are residing in Malaysia now?
Where do you stay?
Not in Msia, invested in 1990s, exited 2015
Good investment is luck more than skill. I bought a condo in klcc in 2001 at rock bottom price because of SARS. The price was double within 10 years, but after 10 years the price declined by 50% due to over supply. Now I live 6 months in KL and 6 months in UK and enjoy the best of both world.
@@vbdemystified709I think you mean "live", not "stay".
210K USD is low entry barrier?
I was thinking the same. That is not low
Good info ty
KL has no beaches nearby.. Gov is milking you all along with no sign of good resale value or restriction. No agent will tell you what if you die, your asset is transferable or not and at what taxable rate, and capital gain if any. Besides property purchase, what amt you need to deposit for silver, gold or platinum and what income stream needed per month to keep your MM2H alive?
To whom it concern to everyone
I am from New York visiting both places istambol Turkey n Kl I would give kl Malaysia number one n Turkey number 2 to live
1) any place if justice system is good country is good
2) Malaysia police is getting very corruption that must stop
3) Malaysia seem to me prejudice Chinese almost control all business and they corruption the systems to penetrate in public that must watch n stop
4) Malaysia is very developed Muslim country better then Arab n Turkey
5) I would vote for no 2 Turkey Istanbul is best place to live n enjoy police is so far good n active but I never saw on hwy but turkey has English problem but ppl are loving manners but Turk are Rude n proud ppl Turkish food are best n they rich ottomans empire history which they cashing out through tourism industry there is lot of Muslims heritage
6) in Turkey renting is big issue tenants don’t come out easy in USA same 6/9 month very hard to put them out in both countries
7) in turkey must rent to foreign ppl but not give rent to Turkish ppl
8) Turkish immigrants police is very active n very successful when they catch you no mercy but Malaysia police you give money any more then 50 Ringgit they let you go easy
9) Turkey is better then Malaysia because Chinese took over every job n opportunity in Malaysia then all look alike same nation n ppl immigration always confused
10) Arab are more prejudice nation they no humanity n morality dull ppl
11) in my opinion who ever want to move Malaysia or Turkey is best to rent apartments in high rise building for one year n then you decide where you stand
12) About Malaysia is one good advantage is English language every one speaks n understand because it was British slave colonial like all Muslims countries accept Turkey everywhere system run with government division n divide n rule by western cronies
Best Regards
Altaf A
is that silver m2h program for KL after 5 years how is it renewable? what if government asks for a higher fixed deposit afterwards? 🤔
Usually the MM2H program that you signed up for, all the requirements will not change during the period.
After the expiry of your MM2H period and if there are new requirements like higher fixed deposits etc, then you will probably need to comply in order to renew for further terms.
But resale value is useless and also very hard to find buyers. Please take notes
Is this resale a peculiar problem for foreign owned property only?
Issue with resale value and finding buyers depends on the area, type of development and developer etc. No difference whether is foreign or local owned. These days there are many many developments to choose from and its so important to choose the right one.
How much capital gain tax for foreigners?
Do foreigners(non mm2h) property buyer get residence visa for malaysia with the property purchase?
Real property gain tax (RPGT) in Malaysia for foreigner is:
1st 5 years = 30% on the capital gain
>5 years = 10% on capital gain
Property buyer so not automatically receive the MM2H visa when purchasing property. It has to be applied separately based on the conditions and criteria.
@@yewfoong Hi thanks for the video. I've a few questions:
-> Should MM2H be applied first and then after 1 year buy property or other way is possible?
-> With MM2H, are foreigners allowed to work in Malaysia?
-> Can a dependent fulfill the requirement of 60 days stay in Malaysia instead of the main applicant?
-> If a foreigner is investing for rental income, how much percent income tax needs to be paid to the Malaysian government?
-> What is the annual property tax in KL on a property?
thank you for your insight ..please clarify why has the mm2h got the new property threshold of 750000.00
thanks
What's the average price for a one and two bedroom apartment in 1) KL and 2) Panang?
Are you able to give me the on going cost of owning a property in Malaysia , like strata levies, council rates , any other associated expense so we as applicants of MM2H are or should be aware off
She is a salesman. If you are a foreigner, please do not buy housing property in Malaysia to live or invest in. Foreigners are NOT welcome because of the politics. You are a cash cow for the Malaysian government, bank, lawyer and property agent. The interest rates are high. If you use full cash, your net rental income (minus all expenses), is taxed at 30%. The Malaysian Ringgit depreciated (crashed) over the past, 10, 20 and 30 years. If you need to reside in Malaysia, just rent. Super cheap. The owner is subsidising you. I am one of them. My tenants love me. 🫶
All true!
Hi can you clarify if am taking silver catogory after 5 years for renewal cost and if can sponcer my family and how much visa cost for my family per adult visa
Currently there are no concrete answer for that as the government has not laid out all the rules.
Not great weather. Too hot and humid. Very uncomfortable.
I wish to I can be an agent also.
Don't believe everything you hear and see here..Best to always do your own due diligence first!..🙏
Can foreigners buy landed property in Putrajaya?
What about the other parts of Malaysia like the one near the Singapore boundary johor?can you buy a house and lot there?ty
In general, foreigners can buy houses (landed and high rise) in Johor Bahru as long as the minimum purchase price is RM 1 mil
How much do you charge for assisting people getting the Malaysian residence for 5 years ?
Sorry I do not provide that service as I'm a registered estate agent. You can look for registered MM2H agents in Malaysia to help you with that 🙏🏽😊
Why foreigners have to buy property with the minimum 1million price in KL?
It is set by the Malaysian government.
How much is lawyer and disbursement fees in kl?
Is the property title clean and safe in malaysia ?
Property Title is clean and safe in Malaysia, guided by the Torrens law (indefensible title when title is under your name).
As for lawyer fee, they follow a tier. You can easily find an online calculator for that. Hope this helps 👍🏽
Can foreigner buy individual title landed in Malaysia Penang? Whats the minimum purchase price for Landed housing for foreigners for non mm2h and also for mm2h in Penang now??
Any foreigner property minimum sum purchase requirements for both new and resale Condo in penang?
1 million RM for an apartment is A SCAM, RM 1000000= $455,000😅😅😅😅
You say one Can buy a property in KL without been in the MM2H program !!!!! But than can you get a residency??????
Buying properties in Malaysia does not automatically give you residency. They are 2 separate matters.
Confused. Really confused...
Very useful information, but do I have to pay 90% of the balance or when I get the keys means when completed the project.
For secondary market, 90% will need to be paid around 3 months from the date you get the approval of state authority.
As for primary market, payment is based on the statis of completion by %.
KL for Foreigners Buying Properties =)
I am interested and I need help with MM2H also. Can you help me out I am from Canada.
For first timer interested in MM2H, the best way to apply for MM2H is to go through a registered MM2H agent in Malaysia.
Hi, yewfoong, could you please tell me what the property income is for the tax rate? Once the property is rented after purchased by foreigners. Thx❤
on my way
I have the Sarawak MM2H visa but KL would suit me better as a base as I only have to spend 30 days in Sarawak a year. Can I purchase in KL and travel to Sarawak as per visa requirements?
From my understanding, the money deposited as per visa requirement can only be withdrawn to purchase the property in Sarawak but you can always purchase properties in KL via different funds.
@@yewfoong Thanks, that was my intention. Funds in Sarawak will be solely used to maintain visa!
How is the rental market, if I want to rent out my property in KL?
Depending on the exact area and condo. For the right condo in Mont Kiara, one can expect a 5% ROI on rental.
Can i buy shops in mall or commercial shop ?and is its easy
to get loans from Malaysian bank ?
Dealing with interest is forbidden in islam allah says in the quran that those who deal with interest allah and his messenger will wage war on them
I suggest reading the quran and coming to islam also checkout
(The muslim lantern) youtube channel
Notes about interest :
1) the 2008 financial crisis wouldn't have happend if people didin't deal with interest
2)israel (the evil state)
(the occupying entity ) was formed with interest money
( the rothschilds money)
If people didin't get loans from rothchilds banks they wouldn't have been able to even establish israel
Scary
I have heard that the property must be held for at least 10 years. Is that correct?
Nope. Not true.
How do i buy Land in malaysia as a foreigners ? Can you do a video on it?
Depending on where the land is located as each state in Malaysia has different requirements.
What type of land are you interested in? Commercial, residential, industrial or agricultural?
@@yewfoong Residential ,preferably near Beach area / mountain / Lighthouse
@@rgkafk5djsk291 Perhaps you can look into Penang
@@yewfoong Thanks YewFoong! Looking forward to the next video.Keep up the good work 🙏
Can Foreigner build?
Are foreigners allowed to buy property for investment and rent it out for income?
Yes!
Do you deal with KLCC central area too?
Sorry no. Currently only Mont Kiara.
So, do I need to be under MM2H in order to buy a property in MY?
No
Good info. However, how to get mortgage for buying property being a foreigner. please provide your contact details so i can go a head. thanx!
Hi agent am interested to buy property in KL
What is your budget?
What is minimum requirement for house in Penang?
For foreigners without MM2H, condos and apartments is minimum of RM 1 mil. Landed houses, minimum is RM 3 mil. Hope it helps 👍🏽
are u sure great weather ?
Lots of sunshine but also very humid.
Can foreigners buy with Bitcoin?
Nope
Hi, what's the average rental yield for the investment?
Depending on the area and type of property. On average in Mont Kiara, a good condo will fetch around 5% ROI.
@@yewfoong Thank you, I appreciate.
Where the beaches.😂😂😂 In Kuala Lumpur 😂😂
Definitely buying
Beware of currency loss, official letters if you ever receive is not in English.
Hi Yew Fong, can you buy multiple properties that would add up to 1 million MR to fulfill the mm2h min reqmt ?
Nope can't add up. Each property must be a minimum of RM 1 M.
@@yewfoong got it, thanks.
Can I buy a high rise condominium unit from the U.S?
Yes you can. As long as the miminum price of property is RM 1 mil onwards in Kuala Lumpur.
are there any rental investment opportunities?
Yes for sure. When it comes to Mont Kiara rental investment, MK 10, MK 11 and MK28 are consistent in at least 5% ROI
Useless law of Malaysia, any time can change for foreigners, dont buy in Malaysia
Not true , I expect grandfathered in to be the case. In other words if you get in one visa or resident status and they change the law it will be under the condition you get in. Not the new law which would not apply to you.
But, when you want leave this musezine Islam country, it's difficult to sell. Or you lose all your investments.
Can you use a ENGLISH lawyer and not KL one?
Always best to use a local lawyer that understands local laws.
Only Chinese buying it
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