How much do you know about stamping of documents? How much does a purchaser need to pay when buying a property? Here are some of the things that you should know: 1. It costs Rm10 for a Sale and Purchase…
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How To Register As Voters In Malaysia
REGISTRATION OF VOTERS Registration of voters for Malaysians abroad is divided into two categories: o Postal Voters / Absent Voters consisting of: · Armed forces that are in service. · Government Personnel (Federal Government, States Service or local authorities) who are in…
7 Things to Know When You DIY Your Will
A will is an important document in which it determines who will have your property when you die. A lawyer is not necessary in drafting a will though it may be helpful. However, if you choose to DIY your will,…
7 Things To Do When You Get Arrested
What do you do when you get arrested besides getting panicky? Here are some of the things that you should know if it ever happens to you! 1. Ask for the Police identity if s/he is not in uniform. Note…
5 Things You Need to Know Before Selling Your House
Selling a house is just as difficult as buying one. Potential buyers can be demanding and it is not uncommon that they request for a lower price. Fret not, here are some useful tips for you!…
5 Things To Know About Cost of Legal Fees When Buying A Property
Interested in buying a property for the first time? Unsure of how legal fees work in regards to property purchase? Or are you just curious about the cost of legal fees when buying a property? Whatever your reasons may be,…
Court Rules Boom Gates in Residential Areas Legal
The Federal Court has ruled that construction of boom gates across public roads and guardhouses in residential areas are legal. A five-member panel chaired by Chief Judge of Malaya Tan Sri Zulkefli Ahmad Makinudin said regulated access to a defined…
[Member] Hudud Law in Kelantan Would Rewrite Malaysia Constitution
KUALA LUMPUR, March 20, 2015 — Kelantan’s bid to enforce the Islamic penal law hudud in the state would fundamentally alter Malaysia’s secular Federal Constitution in ways never intended, Malaysian Bar president Steven Thiru said today. Expressing concern over Kelantan’s passing…
About Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) and Base Lending Rate (BLR)
With the recent news about the implementation of GST, BLR and any other new enforcement in the country, take note also that the Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has decided to increase the overnight Policy Rate (OPR) from 3.0% to 3.25%…
10 Things You Need To Know About Compensation Fund Department,Bar Council
10 Things you need to know about Compensation Fund Department, Bar Council Suffering from financial loss due to the lawyer’s dishonesty? Client now can seek compensation from the Malaysian Bar Council in the form of a grant from the Advocates…
[Member] Dealership Agreement – Equipment
DEALER AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is made this [Date] day of ______________ by and between [Name of Distributor], with its principal place of business located at [Address] (the “Distributor”) and [Name of Dealer], [Address] (the “Dealer”). NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the…
MRTA or MLTA: Which Do I Choose?
MRTA or MLTA: Which Do I Choose? Deciding to buy a new home is not a frivolous decision. It is a huge commitment and money sink and you’re likely to spend a good portion of your adult years…
[Member] Distributorship Agreement – Equipment
DISTRIBUTORSHIP AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is made this ___ day of __________________, ________, by and between [to insert company name], with its principal place of business located at (to insert address) (the “Company”) and __________________________________[Name of Distributor] [I/C No :_______________________], at…
Buying A New Home? Need Financing?
BUYING A NEW HOME? NEED FINANCING? Purchasing a new home can be very costly. Fortunately for us, we can turn to the bank for a mortgage loan to help us out. Mortgage loans allow us to pay for a…
What is Individual Title & Strata Title?
WHAT IS INDIVIDUAL TITLE AND STRATA TITLE? An individual title is for a property which has its own land and this usually means that the land itself is owned by the proprietor. Strata titles are generally for properties in a…
Buying A Property in Malaysia
So you want to buy a property in Malaysia? Property types in Malaysia Malaysia, offers 3 major types of properties: residential properties, commercial properties and vacant land. Residential property Residential property wraps up a whole area of property types including…
What Is Indecent Exposure?
What is Indecent exposure? It is the deliberate exposure in public or in view of the general public by a person of a portion or portions of his or her body, in circumstances where the exposure is contrary to local…
How GST Will Impact Home Prices & The Property Market
Goods and Service Tax (GST) is likely to be implemented in Malaysia in April 2015. Implementation of GST in lieu of Sales Tax, will cause the home and property prices to increase invariably. The only similarity between GST and the…
Management Agreement (with Directors Resolution)
[Company Name] (Company Registration No. ) (Incorporated in ) (the “Company’) DIRECTORS’ RESOLUTIONS IN WRITING PURSUANT TO THE ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION OF THE COMPANY MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT WHEREAS:- The Company was appointed by [Company Name]…
Tax Season – 11 Critical Deductions You Should Know
The Tax season has once again knocked the doors of all working class people to file their tax returns till April 30. However, all business partners and sole proprietors can breathe a sigh of relief as the deadline to file…