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Property Conveyancing · George Town · Penang

Clear title.
Careful hands.
Every stage handled.

From sub-sale agreements to commercial acquisitions, Warisan Chambers accompanies you through each document and deadline — in plain language, without pressure.

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+60 4 263 5074
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Wisma Penang Garden, George Town

Our Services

Three practice areas.
One point of contact.

Sub-sale property conveyancing

Sub-Sale Conveyancing & Title Transfer

From SPA review through Land Office procedures and MOT presentation. We verify encumbrances, manage state consent where needed, and give you a plain-language transaction calendar.

  • Title verification at Pejabat Tanah
  • Leasehold & Bumiputera-reserved titles
  • Stamping and MOT coordination
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Developer purchase conveyancing

Developer Purchase & Loan Documentation

HDA 1966 representation covering Schedule G/H contracts, loan facility agreements, and deed of assignment. We explain builder warranties and defect provisions in clear terms, and walk you through keys-collection documents.

  • Schedule G & H statutory contracts
  • Loan facility & absolute assignment
  • Defect liability review explained plainly
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Commercial property advisory

Commercial Property Acquisition & Lease Advisory

Due diligence, zoning verification, SPA drafting and negotiation for shoplots, offices, and industrial units. Tenancy reviews include renewal options, rent review mechanisms, and fit-out approval guidance.

  • Title due diligence & zoning review
  • SPA drafting & lease negotiation
  • Corporate vehicle structuring
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Why Warisan Chambers

The practice behind the paperwork

Title Conditions Surfaced Early

Restrictions in interest, state authority conditions, and encumbrances are identified before signing — so clients make decisions without deadline pressure.

Plain-Language Explanations

Every agreement, clause, and process step is explained in straightforward terms. Legal language does not arrive without context.

Transaction Calendars Provided

Clients receive a structured timeline showing each stage, deadline, and what to prepare — from initial booking to key collection.

Solicitor-to-Solicitor Coordination

We liaise directly with the vendor's solicitors, financiers, and Land Office — keeping communication structured and documented throughout.

Advisory Before Commitment

Where a title condition or contractual term warrants attention, we advise before the document is signed — not after an issue has already crystallised.

Malaysia-Specific Experience

Our practice is grounded in Peninsular Malaysia land law, including the National Land Code, NLC 1965 procedures, and state-level requirements that differ across Penang, Selangor, and KL.

Ready to Begin?

A property transaction moves at its own pace.
We help you stay ahead of it.

Send us a brief note about your property, and we will outline the process, costs, and a realistic timeline — with no commitment required from your side.

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Frequently Asked

Questions clients often bring to us

How long does a typical sub-sale transaction take in Penang?
Most sub-sale transactions complete within three to four months from SPA execution, assuming the title is individual freehold and no state authority consent is needed. Leasehold or Bumiputera-reserved titles may add six to ten weeks for consent processing. We give you a specific estimate once we have reviewed the title document.
What are the typical fees involved in buying a property?
Fees depend on purchase price and loan amount. Stamp duty on the Memorandum of Transfer follows a tiered scale under the Stamp Act 1949. Loan agreement stamp duty is 0.5% of the facility amount. Legal fees for both SPA and loan documentation are based on the Solicitors' Remuneration Order 2023. We prepare a full cost estimate, including Land Office and registration charges, so there are no surprises.
Can Warisan Chambers act for me if the property is outside Penang?
We are able to handle matters for properties in Peninsular Malaysia, including Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Kedah, and Perak. Each state has its own Land Office procedures and, in some cases, different state-level requirements for foreign buyers or leasehold consents. We will advise you of any state-specific steps before engagement.
What is the difference between a deed of assignment and an MOT?
A Memorandum of Transfer (MOT Form 14A) is used once an individual or strata title has been issued — it transfers legal ownership at the Land Office. A deed of assignment is used for properties without individual title yet (common in developer purchases under master title), where the purchaser's interest is documented and registered via the assignment instrument. We explain which applies to your specific transaction and why.
Do I need a separate solicitor for my bank loan?
In many Malaysian transactions, the same firm can act for both the sale and loan documentation, which simplifies coordination. Some lenders appoint their own panel solicitors for the loan agreement — we will confirm at the outset whether your financier permits our appointment and advise accordingly.
What should I bring to an initial consultation?
For a first meeting, it helps to have the property's lot or title number, any draft offer letter or LOA from your bank, and a copy of the existing title document if you have access to it. If the transaction is already at Letter of Offer stage, bring that as well. We can work with partial information and identify what else is needed once we have a clearer picture.

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Level 5, Wisma Penang Garden, 42 Jalan Sultan Ahmad Shah, 10050 George Town, Pulau Pinang

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Telephone

+60 4 263 5074

Address

Level 5, Wisma Penang Garden
42 Jalan Sultan Ahmad Shah
10050 George Town, Pulau Pinang

Office Hours

Monday – Friday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Saturday: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Sunday & Public Holidays: Closed

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