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Interest Scheme
The questions clients are asking us, the changes worth knowing about, and a few honest opinions along the way.
Applying for an SSM Interest Scheme: The Process at a Glance
Registering an interest scheme with SSM involves eight main steps, from structuring the scheme and preliminary consultation to approval and launch. This overview walks through each step and the scheme documents required.
SSM Interest Scheme Registration Requirements
Before SSM registers an interest scheme, it looks closely at the management company behind it. This article sets out the corporate structure, paid-up capital, profit and track record requirements for Small and Premium Schemes, and the alternatives where a company falls short.
Nature of Interest Schemes: The Four Categories
The Interest Schemes Act 2016 recognises four categories of scheme: investment, recreational membership, time-sharing and hybrid. This overview explains each one and the kinds of business models that may fall within them.
Interest Schemes in Malaysia: An Introduction
Interest schemes let businesses raise funds from the public without giving up ownership or providing collateral. This overview covers how the Interest Schemes Act 2016 defines them, the types of scheme, and why registration matters.