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(Tax Update) Step-by-Step Visually Guide to Stamping Under the New Stamp Duty Act
For many SME owners, the word “stamping” can feel like another layer of red tape. But whether it’s a tenancy agreement, loan document, or business contract, stamping is compulsory under the new Stamp Duty Act. The good news? The process today is faster, simpler, and fully digital if you know the steps. Let’s walk through…
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When Your Profile Picture Looks Too Good To Be True
Scroll through social media long enough and you’ll see them. The Miss World smile and face. The kind of profile photos that make you wonder :Am I networking, orSwiping through a beauty pageant? Yes! With today’s AI filters and photo apps, even my horse face can be upgraded into a Brad Pitt look-alike. But here’s…
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EPF 2% for Foreign WorkersWhat Every SME Boss Must Know Before 1 October 2025
If you’re running an SME in Malaysia, here’s one update you cannot ignore. Starting 1 October 2025, the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) will require employers to contribute 2% EPF for foreign workers. Yes, you read that right. 2%. This applies to all non-Malaysian employees with valid work permits, except domestic helpers. The reason is to…
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Two Accountants, One Ironman
In 2017, something unexpected happened in Langkawi. Two accountants who had never trained together ended up sharing the same Ironman journey. Johnny Sia belonged to IronManCadet.I trained with Southern Tiger Warriors. Back then, the triathlon community in Johor Bahru was so small that we all knew of each other by the name or face. But…
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What Really Happens in a Tax Audit (And Why Deadlines Can Kill You)
“Tax audit” … two words that make most SME bosses lose sleep. But let me tell you this: a tax audit is not the end of the world. It’s just LHDN checking if your tax numbers add up. The problem? Most people panic because they don’t know the playbook. Here’s the real journey, stage by…
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