Beyond commercial bank mortgages, Malaysians can access subsidised housing loans through government-linked agencies. Civil servants have access to preferential LPPSA rates, while BSN offers below-market financing for low-income buyers. Here is a complete overview.
LPPSA: The Best Deal for Civil Servants
Lembaga Pembiayaan Perumahan Sektor Awam (LPPSA) offers government employees the lowest home financing rates in Malaysia.
| Feature | LPPSA Detail |
|---|---|
| Profit Rate | 4.00% flat (Islamic financing) |
| Max Loan | Based on salary; up to RM800,000 |
| Eligibility | Permanent government servants |
| Max Tenure | Up to retirement (age 60) |
| Repayment | Auto-deducted from salary |
BSN MyHome: For Low-Income Buyers
| Feature | BSN MyHome Detail |
|---|---|
| Interest Rate | 4.25%โ4.35% |
| Max Income | RM3,000/month (single), RM6,000 (joint) |
| Max Property Price | RM300,000 |
| Min Down Payment | 5% |
Syarikat Perumahan Negara Berhad (SPNB)
SPNB provides affordable housing projects and also housing loans at subsidised rates (as low as 3.5%โ4.0%) for eligible low-income buyers purchasing SPNB properties specifically. Projects are concentrated in Peninsular Malaysia.
Compare Before Deciding
Even with these subsidised options, always calculate the total cost using our ๐ Mortgage Calculator. Sometimes a commercial bank with a flexi feature and a slightly higher rate saves more in the long run than a rigid government loan.
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