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Inheriting Property in Malaysia: RPGT & Stamp Duty Case Study

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Inheriting property in Malaysia is more affordable than many think. There is currently no inheritance tax, and the transfer to beneficiaries is exempt from Real Property Gains Tax (RPGT) with a nominal stamp duty of only RM10. However, probate delays and legal mismanagement can still lead to significant administrative costs.