In Malaysia, real estate holds a dual identity. It is simultaneously the most significant wealth-building tool for families and, paradoxically, the most challenging asset to access when they need it most.

Without meticulous estate planning, what is meant to be a legacy often becomes a liability, leaving surviving family members financially exposed and caught in prolonged legal battles. With over RM90bil in inheritance assets frozen or unclaimed in Malaysia as of September 2025, is the nation finally ready to rethink how families protect their legacies?