Commercial to residential: The 10% push


Budget 2026 is incentivising turning empty offices into homes.

Starting from the 2026 assessment year, the Malaysian government will provide a 10% special tax deduction, specifically for qualifying costs, for converting commercial buildings into residential ones.

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Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

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Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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