4.1 Basic Introduction to Real Estate
Definition of Real Estate and Property:
- Real estate encompasses land, buildings, and improvements, along with natural resources such as minerals, soil, and timber.
- Property includes tangible assets like land and intangible assets like copyrights, along with movable items like furniture and machinery involved in transactions.
Legal Considerations:
- Land ownership does not extend to certain natural resources (e.g., gold, silver, tin) as these are governed by national laws.
- Aviation and municipal regulations impose restrictions on height limits for properties.
Types of Land Tenure:
- Freehold: Ownership is perpetual.
- Leasehold: Ownership is limited to a specified lease period.
Categories of Land Use in Malaysia:
- Building: Residential, commercial, and institutional.
- Industrial.
- Agriculture.
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