📑 Malaysian Stamp Duty Explained: Key Points on Employment Contracts, Sale and Purchase Agreements, and Loan Agreements

👩‍⚖️ Answered by Lawyer Yang: Recently, many clients have asked whether, starting from 1 January 2025, all employment contracts signed between employers and employees must be affixed with a RM10 stamp duty. Does this mean all contracts are subject to stamp duty? If one forgets to pay, will the contract become invalid? Today, we provide […]

Risks and Legal Consequences of Early Termination of a Tenancy Agreement 🏠⚖️

Have you ever considered ending a tenancy early? Whether you are a tenant or landlord, you must understand the related legal liabilities and potential risks. 🚪Why Would a Tenancy End Early? Life changes unexpectedly, and common reasons include: • Tenant needs to relocate or close their business • Landlord wants to take back the property […]

💔What is an “Unexpired Lease Clause” 🤔📄?

In a tenancy agreement, an “Unexpired Lease Clause” means that if the tenant moves out before the lease expires, the landlord has the right to claim the remaining rent as compensation. 📌 For example: The lease is for 24 months, but the tenant leaves after 18 months. If the agreement contains this clause, the landlord […]

 6 Key Things to Check Before Signing a Tenancy Agreement!🏠📜

Renting or leasing may seem simple, but it actually involves significant legal responsibilities and risks. Here are the most important clauses and points to watch out for when signing a tenancy agreement — clear and easy to understand! I. 👤Verify if the Landlord is the Legal Owner In reality, fake landlord scams are common, such […]

📢 Employment Contracts Must Be Stamped!

LHDN New Rules From now on, signing alone is not enough — all employment contracts must be stamped within 30 days of signing. Applies to: 🗓 Deadlines & Charges Before 1 Jan 2025 ✅ No stamp duty & no penalty (Exemption if stamped by 31 Dec 2025) From 1 Jan 2025 to 31 Dec 2025 […]

Short-term Tenancy vs 📜 Lease / Long-term Tenancy | Legal Comparison & Practical Guide

In Malaysia, the common legal terms for renting property are Tenancy (short-term) and Lease (long-term). Although both involve renting, they differ greatly in legal protection, duration, registration, and rights & obligations. Rental Period Type Rental Period 🏠 Tenancy Usually less than 3 years (e.g., monthly, yearly, or weekly rental) 📜 Lease Usually more than 3 […]