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Understand how Short-Term Residential Accommodation (STRA) is evolving in Malaysia, including proposed national guidelines, Selangor’s 180-night cap, strata by-law restrictions, and tax obligations. Learn the legal risks, compliance steps, and what Airbnb hosts should prepare for in 2026.

If you are wondering if you can do something about your lax developer, JMB or MC, find out what the SMA 2013 has to say about mismanagement of strata properties in Malaysia.

在本文中，我们将介绍购房者在完成一项房屋交易时需要完成或签署的各种文件，包括买卖协议、MOT（转让备忘录）、MC（管理机构）和转让契约。

Buying a home in Malaysia in 2026 requires careful financial planning, from preparing 15%–18% upfront cash and checking your DSR to securing bank approval and signing the SPA. This step-by-step guide explains loan rates, stamp duty exemptions, legal documents, and final handover so you can purchase with clarity and confidence.

Did you know that property sellers in America and Hong Kong must disclose to potential buyers if their houses are haunted? Unfortunately, we do not have a similar practise in Malaysia. Read on to find out what your rights are as an aggrieved home buyer who's dealing with a scary ghost.

Unfortunately, there are certain restrictions for homeowners when it comes to planting greenery outdoors. Find out more on the proper procedure below. We also share what you can do if your neighbour's tree is affecting you/overhanging in your garden.

This common request at housing neighbourhoods is actually illegal. Find out what your rights are when it comes to providing personal identification documents to security personnel. We also detail what security guards can or cannot do legally.