Global property investing, made accessible for everyone

Invest across global markets, the right way, with someone who's been there.

I'm Jaspreet, Business Development Manager for International Markets. I share everything I know on Instagram so that investing globally stops being something only the wealthy get to do.

🇦🇪 Dubai LIVE
🇮🇩 Bali Soon
🇲🇾 Malaysia Soon
🌍 More markets coming
What I help with

Your investment journey, through my lens.

I don't sell you a property. I help you understand one, across any market I cover, backed by real industry experience on both sides of the deal.

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Understand the market

Before you invest a single dirham, pound or ringgit, I make sure you actually understand how the market works, yields, fees, ownership structures, what to ask and what to avoid.

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Match the right market to you

Dubai isn't the right answer for everyone. I cover multiple international markets, and my job is helping you figure out which one fits your goals, timeline and budget.

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Connect with people I trust

I work with licensed brokers and developers in every market I cover. When you're ready to move, I introduce you to people I'd recommend to a friend, not just whoever pays a referral fee.

Markets I cover

Starting with Dubai. More coming.

Dubai is where I'm focused right now, and for good reason. But international property investing doesn't start and end here. More markets are on the way.

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Dubai, UAE

0% tax · 6–8% yields · Freehold

Tax-free rental income, freehold foreign ownership, and some of the strongest yields of any major global city. My primary market, and the one I know deepest.

6–8%
Gross yield*
0%
Property tax
AED 550K+
Entry point
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COMING SOON

Bali, Indonesia

High yield · Tourism-driven · Lifestyle market

A booming tourism economy driving some of the strongest short-let villa yields in the region. Foreign investors typically buy via long-term leasehold rather than freehold. Adding this market soon.

8–12%
Gross yield*
Leasehold
Ownership
$150K+
Entry point
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COMING SOON

Malaysia

Affordable · Growing · Southeast Asia hub

A market I know personally, I lived and worked there for ten years. Affordable entry points, a transparent legal system, and strong long-term fundamentals.

4–6%
Gross yield*
Freehold
Ownership
RM 500K+
Entry point

*Indicative ranges for general education only. Not investment advice.

Jaspreet
A bit about me

From selling products to helping people make investment decisions.

I started my career in real estate, working for a developer building luxury apartments in Mumbai. I understood the industry from the inside: how projects were conceived, sold, and delivered. Then I spent ten years across four completely different industries in Malaysia, which taught me how global money actually moves.

Now I'm back in real estate, this time on the other side. My company works with luxury developers, and I lead business development for international markets. Everything I learn along the way goes straight onto @globalwithjaspreet, because I genuinely believe investing globally isn't only for the wealthy.

Jaspreet

Dubai: where to invest

Communities I actually recommend.

Starting with Dubai, here are the three areas I get asked about most. Full breakdown in the areas guide.

Kind words

What investors say

★★★★★

"Jaspreet explained everything without the usual sales pressure. I finally felt like I understood what I was actually buying before I committed."

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Aisha R.
First-time investor, London
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"Jaspreet's guidance alone saved me from a bad off-plan decision. It felt genuinely on my side, not the developer's."

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Mohan K.
Investor, Singapore
★★★★★

"Clear, patient, completely honest. She connected me with a great on-ground team and stayed involved every step of the way."

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Sara D.
Relocating from Toronto
Home / My Journey

A full-circle story, back where I belong.

Civil engineering. Ten years across four industries. And now, back to real estate with a perspective shaped by every chapter along the way.

The story behind @globalwithjaspreet

From selling products to helping people make investment decisions.

I started in real estate at the very beginning of my career, working for a developer who was building luxury apartments in Mumbai. I was on the inside: I understood how projects got built, how they were positioned, what the developer needed to sell and what the buyer didn't always know to ask. That experience was foundational.

Then life took me to Malaysia for what turned into ten years across IT, Oil & Gas, Financial Services and the Water industry. Every one of those sectors taught me something different about how global businesses think about capital, risk and long-term value.

Now I'm back in real estate, but on the other side of the table. My company works with luxury developers, and I lead business development for international markets. I spend every day helping investors understand how to access these markets. And I share all of it on @globalwithjaspreet, because the same opportunities that are obvious inside the industry should be obvious to everyone.

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The journey, step by step

Full circle, every step was the education.

The foundation

Civil Engineering degree

Built a technical understanding of the built environment from the ground up, how structures are designed, how projects are budgeted, how real estate actually gets made.

First chapter in real estate

Developer side, Luxury apartments, Mumbai

Joined a real estate company working directly for a developer building luxury residential apartments in Mumbai. Learned the industry from the inside: how developers think, how inventory moves, and what buyers miss in the fine print.

🏙️ Luxury residential🇮🇳 Mumbai marketDeveloper side
The education

Malaysia, 10 years across four industries

Moved to Malaysia and spent ten years working across sectors that had nothing to do with property, and everything to do with how capital, business and risk really work at a global level.

💻 IT ⛽ Oil & Gas 📊 Financial Services 💧 Water Industry
Now, the other side

Business Development Manager, International Markets

Back in real estate, this time working with luxury developers as the company that sells the apartments, not the one that builds them. BDM for international markets, helping global investors access premium property. And sharing all of it on Instagram.

🌍 International markets🏢 Sell side📱 @globalwithjaspreet

What changed between working for the developer and working on the sell side is perspective, you stop seeing the building and start seeing the investor. That shift is what made me realise how much good information was being kept inside the industry, and how little of it was reaching the people who needed it most.

The ten years across IT, Oil & Gas, Financial Services and Water weren't a detour, they were the MBA. I learned how global businesses make capital decisions, and I brought all of that thinking back to real estate.

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The belief that drives everything

Investing globally is not only for the wealthy. With the right market, the right guidance, and the right timing, international property is accessible to far more people than the industry admits. That's why I share everything.

Home / Investment Guide

International property investing, plainly explained.

Before you commit to any market, you need to understand how it works. I'll start with Dubai, the market I know deepest, with more guides added as I expand.

Why invest internationally?

What global markets offer that your home market often doesn't.

Higher yields elsewhere

Many investors stay in their home market out of familiarity, even when international alternatives offer significantly better net returns. Dubai's 6–8% gross yield vs London's 3–4% is a real, compounding difference over time.*

Tax structures that work for you

Some markets, Dubai being the most prominent, have zero property tax and zero income tax on rental earnings. That's not a loophole. It's how the government designed the market to attract global capital.

Portfolio diversification

Holding property in one currency and one economy concentrates your risk. International property gives you exposure to different economic cycles, currencies, and tenant markets, which is how serious investors think.

Legal frameworks you can trust

The markets I cover, Dubai, Bali, Malaysia, all have established, government-recognised property systems. Foreign ownership is legal and clearly defined, whether through freehold zones or long-term leasehold structures.

Residency and lifestyle benefits

In several markets, qualifying property investment opens pathways to long-term residency. For many investors, that's worth as much as the financial return.*

Growing global demand

The world's mobile professional class is growing. Demand for quality rental accommodation in business hubs isn't going away, and that demand drives the yields that make these investments work.

Dubai: deep dive

How the Dubai buying process actually works.

A typical secondary (ready) purchase for an overseas buyer. Off-plan follows a similar path but with a developer payment plan in place of a mortgage.

1

Define budget & goal

Income today or capital growth over five years? Your answer shapes everything, the area, the property type, and whether off-plan or ready makes more sense for you.

2

Arrange financing

Cash or mortgage. Non-residents typically need 20–40% deposit depending on the bank. Get pre-approval before you start shortlisting.*

3

Find the right property

With a RERA-licensed agent, view, negotiate, and agree a price. You sign a Memorandum of Understanding (Form F) and pay a ~10% holding deposit.

4

Developer NOC

The seller obtains a No Objection Certificate confirming all service charges are clear. Standard step, usually one to two weeks.

5

Transfer at the DLD

Both parties settle at a registered trustee office. The ~4% DLD transfer fee is paid here, the biggest upfront cost to factor in from day one.*

6

Title deed, it's yours

Title deed issued in your name (or Oqood certificate for off-plan). The keys and the asset are legally yours.

Typical upfront cost Roughly Paid to
DLD transfer fee ~4% of price Dubai Land Department
Agent commission ~2% of price Brokerage
Registration trustee fee ~AED 4,000 Trustee office
Mortgage arrangement (if any) ~1% of loan Bank

*Figures are general guidance, always confirm current rates before transacting.

Markets compared

How global markets stack up, side by side.

Education-only comparison. Numbers vary by area, property type and year, this is orientation, not advice.

City Typical gross yield* Property tax Foreign ownership
Dubai 🇦🇪 6–8% None Freehold zones
Bali 🇮🇩 8–12% Low annual land & building tax Leasehold / right-to-use
Kuala Lumpur 🇲🇾 4–6% Low annual tax Freehold (Malaysia My Second Home programme)
Singapore 🇸🇬 2–3% Annual + heavy buyer duty Restricted for foreigners
Mumbai 🇮🇳 2–3% Annual property tax Restricted (residency rules)
New York 🇺🇸 3–5% High annual tax Allowed, high entry costs
Home / Dubai Areas

Dubai communities, which one fits you?

Nine areas. Different goals, different budgets, different stories. Figures are indicative, use them to orient, not to decide. More market area guides coming as I expand.

Home / Projects

Curated projects, coming soon.

We're finalising developer partnerships and live data across markets. Register your interest and you'll be first to know when projects go live.

Developer partners

Trusted names we'll feature

What each listing will look like

Coming soon
EMAAR

Project Name

Dubai Creek Harbour
From AED 1.5M · 1–3 BR
Coming soon
SOBHA

Project Name

Ras Al Khor
From AED 1.2M · Studio–2 BR
Coming soon
BINGHATTI

Project Name

Business Bay
From AED 950K · Studio–2 BR
Home / Labuan

Launch your business from Malaysia.

Your gateway to a 100% foreign-owned, low-tax business and Malaysia residency in Asia. I help individuals and companies set up in Labuan, Malaysia's international business and financial centre, end to end, from formation through to banking and your residency visa.

0–3%
Corporate tax
100%
Foreign ownership
2 yr
Renewable visa
Overview

What is Labuan?

Labuan is a federal territory of Malaysia and the country's international business and financial centre (Labuan IBFC). It is a respected midshore jurisdiction, the tax efficiency of an offshore centre with the credibility and treaty access of an onshore economy.

Strategically located

Off the coast of Borneo, at the heart of the ASEAN growth region.

Regulated & credible

Governed by the Labuan Financial Services Authority (Labuan FSA).

Treaty access

Benefits from Malaysia's extensive double-tax treaty network.

At a glance Labuan company
Tax on profits 0–3%
Foreign ownership 100%
Minimum director + shareholder 1 + 1
Minimum paid-up capital RM 0*
Residency Live anywhere across Malaysia on the visa

*Capital is set to suit the business activity and visa requirements.

At a glance

Labuan by the numbers.

A credible, established jurisdiction, not an untested offshore experiment.

1990
Labuan IBFC established
3%
Max tax on trading profits
100%
Foreign ownership allowed
70+
Malaysia double-tax treaties
4–6
Weeks to incorporate
2 yr
Renewable employment visa

Treaty count is approximate and subject to change; figures are indicative for discussion.

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Labuan, explained in a minute.

Sometimes it is easier to hear it than to read it. A short walkthrough of what a Labuan company actually gives you, and the kind of founder it tends to suit.

  • What Labuan is, in plain language
  • The tax, ownership and substance basics
  • How the residency visa sits around the company
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The advantages

Why clients choose Labuan.

Low tax

3% on trading profits, 0% on holding income.

100% foreign-owned

No local partner or nominee required.

No withholding tax

On dividends, interest & royalties to non-residents.

Residency pathway

A renewable visa to live anywhere in Malaysia.

Confidentiality

Shareholder & director details kept private.

Treaty network

Access to Malaysia's double-tax agreements.

Multi-currency banking

Corporate accounts in major currencies.

Remote setup

Incorporate without relocating, we handle it.

Taxation

One of Asia's most efficient tax regimes.

3%

Trading companies

Flat 3% on audited net profits from trading activities.

0%

Holding companies

No tax on qualifying non-trading / investment income.

0%

Withholding tax

On dividends, interest & royalties paid to non-residents.

Built for compliance

To enjoy the preferential rate, a Labuan company maintains genuine economic substance (local office, staff and operating spend). We structure every company to be substance-ready from day one, protecting the rate from challenge.

The comparison

How Labuan compares.

A side-by-side look at three popular destinations for international founders.

Labuan Singapore UAE Free Zone
Corporate tax 3% trading / 0% holding 17% headline 9% (0% if qualifying)
Foreign ownership 100% 100% 100%
Withholding tax None to non-residents On some payments None
Capital gains tax None None None
Setup time ~4–6 weeks ~1–2 weeks ~1–3 weeks

Headline rates shown; effective rates vary with incentives, exemptions and substance. Indicative, for discussion, not tax advice.

Flexible structures

A structure for every objective.

Labuan Company (IBC)

The flagship vehicle for international trading, services and investment holding. One director and one shareholder; any nationality.

Protected Cell Company

A single entity with ring-fenced 'cells', ideal for funds, captives and asset segregation without multiple companies.

Foundation

A vehicle for wealth management, succession and asset protection across generations.

Trust

For estate planning and the structured holding of family or corporate assets.

Limited Liability Partnership

A flexible partnership offering limited liability for professional and joint ventures.

Use cases

Ideal for.

Labuan suits a wide range of internationally-minded founders and families.

International trading

Import/export and cross-border trade billed through a low-tax hub.

Digital & online business

Consultants, agencies, SaaS and e-commerce serving global clients.

Investment holding

Holding shares, IP or property with no tax on qualifying income.

Advisory & consulting

Professional service firms invoicing international clients.

Family wealth & succession

Foundations and trusts for asset protection across generations.

Fund & asset management

Flexible vehicles for funds, captives and structured assets.

Residency & visas

Live in Malaysia, on your own company.

Your Labuan company sponsors the Employment Visa (Category 1), a director/shareholder work pass that lets you and your family base yourselves anywhere in Malaysia.

2 years, renewable

Multiple-entry, renewable every 2 years.

Live anywhere

Reside in KL, Penang, Johor, not just Labuan.

Bring your family

Sponsorship for spouse, children & parents.

For owners

Ideal for directors & shareholders of the company.

How many visas can one company hold?

Each company covers its director / shareholder plus dependants (spouse, children, parents). Additional expatriate work permits, typically 2–4, can be arranged based on the company's activity and capital.

2–4expat positions / company*

*Final allocation is confirmed with the authorities based on business activity and paid-up capital.

The package

Everything handled, end to end.

A single, fixed-scope incorporation package, one point of accountability from formation through to banking.

  • Labuan company incorporation
  • All company registration documents
  • Company secretary & statutory setup
  • Registered office in Labuan
  • Corporate bank account assistance
  • All incorporation documentation
  • End-to-end professional consultation

One point of accountability

From formation through to your corporate bank account and residency visa, handled end to end, so you deal with a single point of contact.

The Employment Visa (Category 1) is arranged separately to suit each applicant and their dependants.

How it works

From documents to residency.

1

Documents & KYC

You share scanned documents; we review and confirm completeness.

2

Engagement & confirmation

We confirm the scope and formally begin your incorporation.

3

Incorporation

Company registered & statutory setup completed. ~4–6 weeks.

4

Bank account

Corporate account facilitation, run in parallel with setup.

5

Employment visa

Visa application submitted. ~4–6 weeks after incorporation.

Typical end-to-end timeline

Company live and visa-ready in roughly 8–12 weeks. All timelines begin only after complete and correct documents are received.

Indicative timeline

Your first 12 weeks.

A typical journey from kick-off to a bankable company with residency in hand.

Week 0

Kick-off

Documents & KYC reviewed; engagement signed.

Week 1–2

Filing

Incorporation filed; company secretary & registered office set.

Week 4–6

Company live

Company incorporated; documents issued; banking begins.

Week 8–12

Residency

Employment visa approved; you & family relocation-ready.

Indicative only. The clock starts once complete, correct documents are received; actual timing varies by case and authorities.

What we'll need

Document checklist.

For company incorporation

  • Passport copy (valid min. 18 months)
  • Proof of residential address
  • Recent CV / résumé
  • Passport-size photos (white background)
  • Bank reference / maintenance letter
  • Business activity details

For employment visa (each applicant)

  • Passport copy
  • Passport-size photos (white background)
  • Curriculum vitae (CV)
  • Educational certificates
  • Dependant documents (where applicable)
  • Notarised copies where required
Your partner

Why work with me.

End-to-end handling

One team manages incorporation, banking and immigration, you deal with a single point of contact.

Substance-first

Structures built to meet Labuan's substance rules, protecting your tax position from day one.

Specialists, not generalists

Corporate structuring, immigration and advisory, focused on Labuan & Malaysia.

Responsive support

Clear communication and guidance at every stage, including remote setup from abroad.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions.

QDo I need to live in Malaysia?

No. Setup is fully remote, and the employment visa lets you live there if and when you choose.

QIs the 3% tax rate real?

Yes, 3% on trading profits (0% on holding income), provided the company meets Labuan's substance rules.

QDo I need a local partner?

No. Labuan companies allow 100% foreign ownership, no nominee or local shareholder required.

QHow long does it take?

Incorporation takes roughly 4–6 weeks, with the visa a further 4–6 weeks after.

QCan my family join me?

Yes. The visa sponsors dependants, spouse, children and parents.

QCan you open a bank account?

Yes. We assist with corporate bank account opening in parallel with incorporation.

Know more

Let's talk.

Whether it's setting up a company in Labuan or investing in international property, tell me a little about what you're looking for and I'll get back to you personally.

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