3 Common Mistakes to Avoid as a First-Time Property Investor in Malaysia
Growing up in a Chinese family in Malaysia, I would often hear my family members and relatives talking about collecting rent or struggling to find good tenants. During Chinese New Year reunions, I heard both success stories and tales of investment failures. Now that I am a full-time real estate agent and a CFA charterholder…
Buying My First Investment Property in Malaysia: A Step-by-Step Guide to Subsale Properties
After six months of property hunting, researching, and viewing more than 50 properties, I finally found an investment property that meets all my requirements — including positive cash flow. In this article, I’ll share my journey of buying my first investment property in Malaysia and explain how the subsale property buying process works, from viewing…
How to Buy Japanese Stocks in Malaysia Using IBKR
After exploring stock markets around the world, I still find Japanese stocks particularly appealing. Many Japanese companies have strong balance sheets, relatively low P/E ratios, and diversified revenue sources across different countries and regions. Another advantage for me is familiarity. Having lived in Japan for several years and being able to speak Japanese, I find…
【Opening a Stockbroker Account to invest in Malaysian Shares】Direct CDS vs Nominee CDS : Differences, Benefits & Which to Choose
After I came back to Malaysia, the most attractive thing I find, in terms of investing, is that there is no capital gain tax and income tax on dividends. In other words, 0% tax on Malaysian-listed shares (with a cap of RM100K on dividend), while foreign stocks will be taxed on foreign countries level only…
Stocks at Record Highs, Gold at 6-Month Lows: Is an AI Bubble Forming?
The S&P 500, KOSPI, Nikkei 225, all hit record high last few week, driven by the AI boom. Among major markets, South Korea’s KOSPI has been a standout performer, supported by strong gains in semiconductor stocks that are benefiting from growing AI demand. At the same time, unemployment remains low and inflation stays above…
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