Malaysia currently offers some of the best investment opportunties available in the global property market. Rental yields and capital growth figures rate well amongst today's emerging markets and a new spurt of corporate investments via investor friendly government policies, have boosted Malaysia's economy to new levels. This, together with a booming tourist industry and the creation of new luxury resorts is creating an exciting property investment climate in Malaysia.
Intelligent investors are quickly making the most of today's real estate market in Malaysia, while prices are low and opportunities still last.
There are many economic and political reasons why Malaysia offers so much promise as a strong emerging market today. Located in the heart of Asia, Malaysia is a country of many cultures and attractions and is boasting some of the best beaches and diving spots in the world. Formerly a British Colony, the island has a familiar feel for UK visitors, with the English language almost universally spoken and understood and the property laws and banking systems based on the UK model.
Foreign investors do not pay VAT or other taxes levied upon purchase and there is no property gain tax from April 2007. In addition, Malaysia is one of the fastest growing economies in the region. Economic growth is forecast at 7% compound annual rate to 2010.