Hillcrest Investment Property

Malaysia

Quick Facts

Name: Malaysia
Population: 23,953,100
Capital City: Kuala Lumpur (1.5 mil) metro (3.8 mil)
Currency: Ringgit (MYR)
Languages: Bahasa Melayu (official), English, assorted Chinese dialects and other indigenous languages.
Religions: Muslim, Buddhist, Daoist, Hindu, Christian, others

The Malaysian property market offers a great range of investment opportunities to international investors seeking well priced real estate with sustainable growth potential in both the residential and tourism sectors.

The country's economy is currently expanding at a sustainable rate and this has given the property market and very good level of stability. It also benefits from closer export ties with China as well as strong levels of foreign direct investment from the US, China and Japan.

Malaysia has a very robust tourism sector that has given rise to a secondary holiday home market which further boosts the property markets long term strength and broadens the investment opportunities available to the investor.

International investors mainly target either the professional, executive rental market, in particular the major business hub of Kuala Lumpur, or they choose to profit from the expanding tourism market either through commercial accommodation units, residential short term lets, or through the development of properties for sale to holiday and second home buyers.

Demand in Kuala Lumpur for serviced apartments, well located homes and rental property in general has increased, partly due to the large number of expatriates being attracted to the area. This has translated into rents being on a par with any major city worldwide and there is a huge demand for off plan properties from both local and international investors looking to take advantage of the excellent returns, which often exceed 10%.

Malaysia has long been regarded for quite some time as a favorite place to invest for many Chinese, Korean and American investors. However, with more and more Europeans looking to broaden their investment portfolios, Malaysia is becoming one of the new hot spots for international property investors looking to get in early and take advantage of the current growth cycle.

Key Investment Points

The government has implemented a concise, long term plan to further develop and improve the nations already excellent infrastructure and economic development. This is having a direct positive impact on the property sector.
There are many tax incentives for foreign investors, including the recent abolition of capital gains tax.
It boasts a modern, diverse lifestyle with English being widely spoken and the workforce experienced and qualified.
Hosts of the Asian Grand Prix and home to the world famous Petronas Towers.
Foreign currencies such as the pound, euro and US dollar are very strong against the local ringgit, thus increasing the international investors buying power enormously.
The comparative build costs per square meter are much lower than an most other world class cities, even in down town city centre locations.
The number of tourists arriving each year to the region is increasing, with Malaysia being one of the most popular destinations for wealthy expatriates.
It has a fantastic year-round climate with mild winters and warm summers.
Low interest rates with excellent lending facilities.
British based property, legal & education system with the longest serving democratically-elected government in the world.
Very high capital growth of 15% to 20% per annum expected.
Malaysia's economy is now expanding very quickly, taking advantage of improved export relationships with China coupled with very high levels of foreign direct investment from the US, China and Japan.
The country benefits from healthy foreign exchange reserves, low inflation and a small external debt.
Internal banking confidence and international investor's confidence in the stability and sustainability of growth has never been higher.
Malaysia has one of the youngest & most rapidly urbanizing populations in the world. More than half of the 24million people living in Malaysia are under 27yrs of age.
Kuala Lumpur itself is rapidly developing as the location of choice for many multinational companies to establish their regional headquarters.
Capital Gains Tax on all property deals was eliminated in April of 2007. This change is so recent that many investors don’t know about it yet, making this a great time to buy.
Housing affordability is at a ten-year high.
Malaysia has one of the most cost effective real estate markets in the world.
With international investment of highest priority to the Malay government, this market liquidity has trickled down through to residential property investors, making mortgage acquisition now easier even to foreigners and positively affecting the property market.

Current Developments

Golden Palm Resort, Sepang,

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B3 Worldwide Business Park, Selangor,

B3 Worldwide Business Park in Seksyen 13, Shah Alam, is poised to be a thriving hub of business in its near future. Its three- to five-storey retail offices are strategically situated in an excellent location that fronts the Federal Highway, boasts the presence of vital amenities needed in this day ...

Melawati Township, North Kaula Lumpur,

This matured township of about 453 hectras (1,200 acres) is located in the north-eastern quadrant of Kuala Lumpur. It comprise the integrated neighborhoods of Taman Melawati, Wangsa Melawati, Desa Melawati and central commercial are called Melawati Commercial Centre. ...

Sierramas,

As you enter the gates, the abundance of manicured greenery and the distinct feeling of peace and tranquility washes over your mind and senses – it is indeed, home sweet home within the exclusive and secure environment a gated community offers. An atmosphere that exudes warmth beckons much needed ...