Stamp Duty Tenancy Agreement Malaysia 2026: New Rates, Calculator & How to Stamp Online
The Finance Act 2024 changed everything — the RM2,400 exemption is gone, rates are revised, and the old STAMPS portal is now replaced by e-Duti Setem. Here's the complete guide with a built-in calculator.
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Showing 25 articlesEarly Termination of Tenancy Agreement Malaysia: Landlord's Rights & Penalties
Tenant wants out before the lease ends? Here's exactly what you can legally claim — deposit forfeiture, damages, and what your agreement needs to say to protect you.
Can Landlord Cut Off Electricity or Lock Out a Tenant for Not Paying Rent?
Cutting the power or changing the locks feels like taking back what's yours — but Malaysian law treats it as illegal self-help, and it's usually the landlord who ends up getting sued.
Tenancy Renewal Malaysia 2026: Rent Increase, Notice & the New Stamping Rules
Not sure how much you can raise rent, what notice to give, or whether a renewal needs re-stamping? Here's exactly how tenancy renewal works under 2026 rules.
TNB Change of Tenancy Malaysia: The One Step That Keeps You From Paying Your Tenant's Unpaid Electricity Bill
Skip the Change of Tenancy and you're 100% liable for your tenant's electricity bill — even with a signed agreement. Here's how COT protects you, step by step.
LHDN Stamp Duty Penalty Waiver 2026: What to Do If Your Tenancy Agreement Was Never Stamped
LHDN's Voluntary Disclosure Programme waives penalties on unstamped tenancy agreements from 2023-2025 — but only until 31 December. Here's how to check if you qualify.
How to Evict a Tenant in Malaysia: Legal Grounds, Process & Costs
Tenant won't leave after the agreement ends? Here's the lawful eviction process — notice, court order, bailiff — plus real costs and timelines.
Rental Scam Malaysia: How Landlords Can Protect Themselves From Fake Agents & Tenants
Reported cases surged over 400% in two years. Here's how to spot fake tenants, listing impersonators, and fake agents — and what to do if you've been targeted.
Renting Without a Proper Tenancy Agreement Malaysia: The Real Cost
A verbal promise and good faith aren't a tenancy agreement. Here's what can go wrong when landlords skip the paperwork — and how to protect yourself properly.
SST on Rental Malaysia 2026: Do Landlords Need to Pay Service Tax?
Headlines say rental is now taxed — but for most landlords renting out a home, it isn't. Here's exactly who's exempt and who's not.
E-Invoice for Rental Income Malaysia 2026: Do You Actually Need One?
LHDN's grace period ended March 2026 and the deadline for smaller taxpayers hits July 2026. Here's who's exempt, who isn't, and how self-billed e-invoices work.
Short-Term Rental Strata Rules Malaysia 2026: Can Your JMB Ban Airbnb?
A 2025 court ruling, Selangor's 180-night cap, and new licensing rules — what every landlord needs to know before listing.
Residential Tenancy Act Malaysia 2026: What Landlords Need to Know Before It's Law
Still a bill, not a law — here's what's actually been proposed, what's confirmed, and how to prepare while it works through Parliament.
Security Deposit Rules Malaysia: What Landlords Can (and Can't) Deduct
Tenant moved out and left a mess? Here's exactly what's legally deductible from the deposit — and what will get you dragged to the Tribunal.
Stamp Duty Tenancy Agreement Malaysia 2026: New Rates & Calculator
Finance Act 2024 removed the RM2,400 exemption. Everything you need to know, with a built-in calculator.
TNB Time of Use (TOU) Malaysia 2026: What It Is, How It Works, and What Landlords Need to Know
TNB's new TOU tariff is live for all Malaysians. Here's the full breakdown — peak hours, rates, savings calculator, and what it means for your rental property.
Tenant Not Paying TNB Bill Malaysia: What Happens & How to Protect Yourself
If the TNB account is under your name, you're liable — even if your tenancy agreement says otherwise. Here's what to do.
How to Declare Rental Income to LHDN 2026: Step-by-Step Guide
Which form to use, what expenses to deduct, new e-invoice rules, and how to avoid penalties. Full guide with tax estimator.
Tenant Tak Bayar Sewa: What Every Malaysian Landlord Should Do (2026)
From Day 1 WhatsApp to legal eviction — plus the hidden cost of delayed reminders that trains tenants to pay late.
Fire in a Tenanted Unit Malaysia: Who Is Liable & What Insurance You Actually Need
Mont Kiara, Legacy OUG, Kajang — condo fires are happening. Who pays when your tenant's unit burns down? Here's what Malaysian landlords need to know.
Landlord Liable for Illegal Immigrant Tenant Malaysia: What Section 55E Means for You
Strict liability, RM5,000–30,000 fine or jail per illegal immigrant — even if you didn't know. Here's what every landlord needs to check.
Tenant Running Illegal Bitcoin Mining: Why Your TNB Bill Suddenly Spiked
A crypto-mining tenant can rack up a six-figure TNB bill under your name before you notice. Here's how landlords are catching it early — and what to do if it's already happened.
Cukai Pintu (Assessment Tax) Malaysia 2026: Deadlines, Rates & What Happens If You're Late
Second-half assessment tax is due 31 August. What cukai pintu actually is, how much you'll pay, the late-payment penalty timeline, and how it's tax-deductible.
IWK Bill Malaysia: Who Pays — Landlord or Tenant?
Sewerage charges under your name can quietly pile up if no one's watching. Here's who's actually liable and how to keep it from becoming your problem.
Can Landlord Enter Property Without Notice Malaysia?
Showing up unannounced feels harmless when it's your own property — but it can land you in legal trouble. Here's what notice landlords actually owe tenants.
Landlord vs Tenant Repair Responsibility Malaysia: Who Pays for What?
No Residential Tenancy Act yet means repair disputes hinge entirely on your agreement wording. Here's how to draw the line before something breaks.