Money & Finance
Banking, investing, loans, tax, retirement and insurance in Malaysia.
46 guides · 8 topics
Banking & Payments · 5
BankingComplete banking guide for Malaysia. Opening accounts, best banks, credit cards, e-wallets, and international transfers.e-WalletThe definitive e-wallet Malaysia guide for 2026: compare Touch 'n Go, GrabPay, Boost, ShopeePay, MAE & BigPay by fees…Private BankingPriority and private banking in Malaysia for HNW and UHNW clients. The tier ladder, real RM and USD minimums for local…Foreigner BankingHow foreigners open a Malaysian bank account, hold foreign currency, move money in and out, and use e-wallets…Fixed DepositHow Malaysian fixed deposits work in 2026, current promo FD rates, PIDM RM250k protection, Islamic vs conventional…
Investing & Markets · 18
StocksA plain guide to investing in Malaysian stocks on Bursa Malaysia. Open a CDS or nominee account, compare broker fees…US StocksHow Malaysians buy US and global shares in 2026. Brokers, the W-8BEN form, 30% dividend withholding, US estate tax…ETFHow to invest in ETFs and index funds from Malaysia in 2026. Bursa ETFs, VWRA and CSPX Ireland ETFs, brokers, fees, tax…REITHow M-REITs work on Bursa Malaysia, the 90 percent rule, the YA2026 REIT tax change, distribution yields, gearing…Bonds SukukHow to buy bonds and sukuk in Malaysia in 2026. MGS, MGII, ETBS, bond ETFs, seasoned bonds, yields versus fixed…Commodity FuturesTrading Bursa Malaysia Derivatives: crude palm oil futures (FCPO, the global benchmark), FKLI index futures, gold and…ForexThe honest truth about forex in Malaysia: what is illegal under the Financial Services Act and BNM rules, how forex…CryptoComplete guide to cryptocurrency and ringgit stablecoins in Malaysia. Covers RMJDT (first ringgit stablecoin), BNM 2026…Gold SilverComplete guide to buying gold and silver in Malaysia. 916 vs 999 purity, Kijang Emas, Poh Kong, Habib Jewels, gold…Investment BrokersRakuten Trade, moomoo, Interactive Brokers, Tiger, ProsperUs, M+ and more compared on fees, markets and what each does…Robo AdvisorCompare robo-advisors and unit trusts in Malaysia for 2026. StashAway, Versa, Wahed, KDI and ASNB funds, fees…Private MarketsA guide for sophisticated and accredited investors in Malaysia to private equity, venture capital, pre-IPO and…Luxury InvestmentHow wealthy Malaysians invest in passion assets: Rolex and Patek watches, whisky and wine, Hermes Birkin bags, and…Shariah InvestingHow to invest the halal way in Malaysia. Shariah-compliant stocks, the SC screening list, Islamic ETFs, sukuk, ASN…P2P FinancingSC-regulated alternative investing: P2P financing (Funding Societies, microLEAP, CapBay) and equity crowdfunding…Property InvestmentThe 2026 guide to property investment in Malaysia: realistic rental yields, capital growth and oversupply risks, new…AmanahComplete Amanah guide: 2015 PAS splinter, Mohamad Sabu, progressive Islam, Pakatan Harapan partner, unity government…Family OfficeThe 2026 guide to family offices in Malaysia: the Forest City Special Financial Zone Single Family Office (SFO) 0% tax…
Loans & Credit · 5
Loans CreditComplete guide to loans and credit in Malaysia covering personal loans, housing loans, car loans, credit scores, CTOS…Credit ScoreWhat CCRIS and CTOS are, the 300-850 CTOS score bands, how to check your credit report for free (eCCRIS, MyCTOS), what…BNPLBNPL in Malaysia 2026: the Consumer Credit Act 2025, who regulates it, whether it shows on CCRIS or CTOS, what Atome…Debt ManagementHow to get out of debt in Malaysia: AKPK's free Debt Management Programme, the RM100,000 bankruptcy threshold, 3-year…MortgageComplete mortgage guide for Malaysia 2026. SBR vs BR vs BLR, Islamic (BBA / Tawarruq / MM) vs conventional, fixed vs…
Retirement & Funds · 4
EPFComplete EPF / KWSP guide for Malaysians 2026. Akaun 1 / 2 / Fleksibel split, withdrawal rules at age 50 / 55 / 60…PRSHow the Private Retirement Scheme works in Malaysia in 2026: the RM3,000 tax relief to YA2030, the 9 PRS providers…ASB ASNBComplete 2026 guide to ASB and ASNB investing in Malaysia: dividend rates, how to open an account, ASB financing math…RetirementComplete guide to retiring in Malaysia. MM2H visa requirements, cost of living breakdown, healthcare, best places to…
Insurance · 4
InsuranceComplete insurance guide for Malaysia. Health insurance, travel insurance, car insurance, life insurance, and coverage…Life InsuranceA consumer-first 2026 guide to life insurance and medical cards in Malaysia: term vs whole life vs investment-linked…Car InsuranceHow motor insurance works in Malaysia: comprehensive vs TPFT vs third party, the full NCD ladder, takaful, add-ons…Investment Linked InsuranceHow ILPs work in Malaysia, why the cost of insurance rises with age and can lapse your policy, the real charges, BNM…
Tax & Compliance · 3
TaxComplete tax guide for Malaysia. Income tax rates, filing deadlines, deductions, and tax tips for residents and expats.SSTComplete SST guide for Malaysia 2026. The 1 July 2025 expansion (leasing, financial, healthcare, education…e-InvoicingPractical guide to Malaysia e-invoicing under LHDN MyInvois. Updated rollout phases (Aug 2024 to Jan 2028), the RM1…
Estate & Islamic Finance · 4
Wills EstateComplete guide to wills and estate planning in Malaysia covering will writing, probate process, inheritance laws…TrustHow trusts work in Malaysia: types of trust, setting one up, fees, Islamic vs conventional structures, asset protection…WaqfHow waqf works in Malaysia for legacy and philanthropy: waqf am and khas, cash waqf, corporate waqf, waqf saham, the…Haji ZakatComplete Malaysia guide to Haji planning and zakat in 2026. Tabung Haji registration, Haji cost, zakat fitrah, income…
Scams & Money Safety · 3
Investment ScamsHow to spot and avoid investment scams in Malaysia. Check the SC Investor Alert List, verify a licence, know the red…Scams Online SafetyComplete guide to scams in Malaysia in 2026. Macau scams, investment fraud, romance scams, job scams (Cambodia…MoneyComplete money guide for Malaysia. Ringgit currency, best exchange rates, ATMs, credit cards, and payment methods.