Property Law and Real Estate Principles
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“Land Law” by Jill Poole — Great for understanding land ownership, leases, and property rights.
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“Real Estate Law” by Marianne M. Jennings — Covers legal aspects affecting property transactions.
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“Malaysian Property Law and Conveyancing” by Prof. David Cheong — Specifically tailored for Malaysian property law.
2. Real Estate Practice and Sales
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“Real Estate Principles: A Value Approach” by David C. Ling and Wayne R. Archer — Good foundation on property valuation, markets, and principles.
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“The Millionaire Real Estate Agent” by Gary Keller — Practical tips on sales and building a successful property career.
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“Real Estate Salesmanship” by Charles J. Jacobus — Techniques on client handling, negotiation, and closing sales.
3. Malaysian Specific Resources
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“Understanding Real Estate in Malaysia” by various local authors (sometimes available in course materials).
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Real estate agency handbooks or guides from Board of Valuers, Appraisers, Estate Agents and Property Managers Malaysia (BOVAEA).
4. Business & Ethics
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“Real Estate Ethics: Cases and Commentary” by William L. Ventolo Jr. — Covers ethics and professional responsibility.
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“Real Estate Marketing: Strategy, Personal Selling, Negotiation” — Helps develop marketing and client communication skills.
Other Useful Resources
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Syllabus and Textbooks from your property agent course provider.
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Local laws and regulations: Study the Real Estate Agents Act 2013 (Malaysia) and related guidelines.
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Online courses or webinars from recognized property associations or agencies.
Summary:
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A solid understanding of property law,
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Sales and marketing skills,
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Local Malaysian property market and regulations,
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Professional ethics.
Specific Books for Property Agent Course
1. Real Estate Law and Conveyancing (Malaysia Focus)
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“Malaysian Real Estate Law & Conveyancing” by Datuk Prof. Dr. Rahmat Mohamad
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This is a core book covering laws, land administration, and conveyancing processes in Malaysia.
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“Land Law in Malaysia” by M.K. Pandian
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Focus on Malaysian land law principles, types of land ownership, and regulations.
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2. Real Estate Agency and Practice
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“Estate Agency Practice in Malaysia” by Board of Valuers, Appraisers, Estate Agents and Property Managers Malaysia (BOVAEA)
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A textbook often provided or referenced in official courses.
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“Real Estate Agency” by Richard Card
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Covers agency principles, duties, and professional conduct.
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3. Property Valuation and Marketing
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“Property Valuation in Malaysia” by Board of Valuers, Appraisers, Estate Agents and Property Managers Malaysia (BOVAEA)
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Covers valuation principles and practices in the Malaysian context.
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“Real Estate Marketing and Salesmanship” by David Ling and Wayne Archer
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Practical approaches to selling, marketing, and client relations.
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4. Professional Ethics and Practice
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“Real Estate Ethics” by BOVAEA
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Discusses ethical standards and professional responsibilities expected of agents.
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Where to Get These Books:
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Check with your training provider or institution offering the property agent course — they often provide official textbooks or reading lists.
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The Board of Valuers, Appraisers, Estate Agents and Property Managers Malaysia (BOVAEA) website or office might have recommended reading lists or materials.
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Online bookstores or libraries might carry these titles.
Bonus Tips:
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Many courses also require you to study the Real Estate Agents Act 2013 (Malaysia) and its regulations.
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Past exam papers and sample questions from BOVAEA can be invaluable for exam preparation.
