For a landlord, RM750 + 8% SST for a same-tenant renewal is only commercially sensible if the agent is doing real renewal work and the fee was agreed clearly. SPEEDHOME internal renewal enquiry data (2026) shows agent renewal fees in Malaysia commonly sit at RM750 + 8% SST for same-tenant renewals, while SPEEDHOME's Protect plan covers renewal plus ongoing rent collection and tenant management for 2.19% per month — Malaysian landlords should compare both before paying a one-off signing-only fee.
Source: SPEEDHOME internal renewal enquiry data, 2026.
Start by comparing the traditional property agent model and the SPEEDHOME landlord service.
What are the landlord's real options when an agent asks RM750 + SST for a renewal?
Your choice is not simply "pay" or "refuse" — the practical choice is whether to use the agent for documented renewal work, handle the renewal directly, or move future tenancies into a managed process.
| Option | When it makes sense | Main downside |
|---|---|---|
| Pay the renewal fee | Agent clearly renegotiates, documents, coordinates signing, and invoices properly | Cost may be high if the tenant was already ready to renew |
| Negotiate the fee | Some work exists, but scope is limited | Can reset goodwill if scope is not agreed in writing |
| Renew directly with tenant | Landlord and tenant already agree on terms and can document properly | You must manage paperwork, records, and future disputes |
| Use a managed route next time | You want screening, rent collection, and follow-up handled beyond signing | Product fit and pricing must match your unit and risk tolerance |
If you renew directly, keep the tenancy records clean. A fee saved at renewal is not a win if the agreement, payment records, or move-out condition evidence later becomes messy.
When each wins
An agent wins when the landlord needs market negotiation and documentation support. Direct renewal wins when the tenant is stable, terms are unchanged, and both sides can sign properly. Managed rental wins when the landlord wants less follow-up after signing.
Use the agent if rent needs renegotiation, the tenant is difficult to coordinate, or documentation has changed. Handle it yourself only if you already keep rent payment records and have the previous tenancy agreement on file — those two documents are the minimum you need before signing anything directly.
Malaysia-specific anchors landlords should know
| Anchor | What it means for a renewal fee |
|---|---|
| Industry-reported fee norm | SPEEDHOME operator observation across Malaysian renewal enquiries in 2026: a same-tenant signing-only renewal commonly lands around RM750 + 8% SST. Treat this as an industry-reported figure, not a regulator-set ceiling. |
| SST on agent fees | Agent fees for taxable services fall under the Service Tax Act 2018; verify the current rate against the Royal Malaysian Customs Department (RMCD) publication, as service-tax rates have been revised (8% → 6% on certain agent services from 1 Jan 2026). At 8%, RM750 + 8% SST = RM810 total, and the agent must issue a proper SST-inclusive invoice. |
| LHDN stamping | If a new tenancy agreement (TA) is signed at renewal, it must be stamped via LHDN within 30 days of execution; unpaid duty compounds and weakens your evidence in any future dispute. |
| Community-reported range | Landlord community threads (e.g. landlord community discussions discussion threads) regularly cite RM700–RM900 + SST as the common same-tenant renewal band — useful as a sanity check, not as a binding price. |
If your current agent fee concern is really about trust and scope, the self-renewal guide walks through the paperwork a landlord can take back directly.
Cost & risk
RM750 + 8% SST for a same-tenant renewal is high if the agent only signs. The agent is paid for the signing event itself — collection, repairs, and tenant issues stay with the landlord. Price the fee against the work actually delivered.
One-off agent vs SPEEDHOME Protect
| Item | Agent renewal (one-off) | SPEEDHOME Protect (monthly) |
|---|---|---|
| Fee structure | RM750 + 8% SST = RM810 once-off | 2.19%/mo on rent |
| Signing & renewal | Yes | Yes |
| Rent collection | No (landlord's job) | Included |
| Repair coordination | No (landlord's job) | Included |
| Tenant issues & escalation | No (landlord's job) | Included |
| Protect-backed payout | No | Up to plan limit, per SPEEDHOME internal pricing |
Source: SPEEDHOME internal pricing, 2026. Industry-reported fee norms treat signing as a single-event service; ongoing collection and tenant coordination sit outside that scope.
Worked example: what RM810 looks like against your monthly rent
| Monthly rent | RM810 renewal fee as % of one month's rent | Months of rent equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| RM1,500 | 54% | ~0.54 month |
| RM2,000 | 40% | ~0.40 month |
| RM2,500 | 32% | ~0.32 month |
| RM4,000 | 20% | ~0.20 month |
For lower-rent units, a one-off RM810 represents a much larger slice of monthly cashflow — that is where a managed monthly percentage starts to look more proportionate.
Before agreeing to the agent's fee, ask:
| Check | Good sign | Risk sign |
|---|---|---|
| Scope | Written renewal tasks listed | Vague "admin fee" |
| Timing | Fee disclosed before work starts | Fee raised at final signature |
| Invoice | Proper invoice or receipt | Personal transfer without paperwork |
| SST | Clearly stated as included or added | Unclear final amount |
| Post-renewal support | Stated honestly | Implied but not written |
How should a landlord negotiate or push back on the renewal fee?
A landlord can negotiate or refuse a same-tenant renewal fee by itemising the agent's actual work, comparing it to the rent value, and putting any agreement in writing before money moves.
Negotiation script lines you can use
- "Can you list in writing which renewal tasks the RM750 covers — rent renegotiation, document redrafting, signing coordination, or just witnessing the signature?"
- "If the tenant has already agreed to renew on the same terms, what scope justifies a full one-off fee versus a smaller admin charge?"
- "Can we move to a flat admin fee (e.g. RM300–RM400) plus reimbursement of LHDN stamping, since sourcing work is reused?"
- "If the fee stays at RM750, will post-renewal collection or repair coordination be included?"
If the agent pushes back
A refusal-path is normal and lawful. The agent has no statutory lien on your tenancy — you are free to renew directly with the tenant as long as both parties sign a proper agreement and stamp it via LHDN within 30 days. If the agent claims the renewal "belongs to them," ask for the clause in your original agreement that says so, and check whether any exclusivity or renewal-right clause is enforceable. If the agent stops responding, you can still execute the renewal yourself; the only thing you lose is the convenience of their coordination.
If you do agree on a reduced or split fee, put it in writing (WhatsApp or email is fine as a paper trail) with the scope, the amount, the SST treatment, and the date before any money is transferred.
The SPEEDHOME path
SPEEDHOME is the stronger path when the landlord wants one operating system for the tenancy, not a one-off renewal helper. The value is in screening, documentation, rent collection, repair coordination, and escalation structure.
If your current agent fee concern is really about trust and scope, compare the whole rental model. A traditional agent can help you place or renew a tenant. A managed platform should reduce the amount of follow-up you personally carry after the agreement is signed.
For the landlord decision, read the full agent-vs-SPEEDHOME comparison. If you mainly want to list or manage your property, go to the SPEEDHOME landlord plan.
FAQ
Is RM750 + SST for tenancy renewal normal in Malaysia?
RM750 + 8% SST is widely reported as the most common same-tenant renewal charge among Malaysian landlords (see community discussions such as landlord community discussions), but it covers only the signing event. It does not cover rent collection, repairs, or tenant issues, which remain the landlord's responsibility unless a managed plan is added.
Does a tenancy renewal require a new stamped tenancy agreement?
Stamping deadline: if a new tenancy agreement is signed at renewal, it must be stamped via LHDN within 30 days of execution. Unstamped renewals weaken your evidence in any future tribunal or court dispute, and unpaid stamp duty compounds over time.
Is the renewal fee subject to SST in Malaysia?
Yes — agent fees for taxable tenancy services fall under the Service Tax Act 2018. As of the last-verified date on this page (2026), the applicable SST rate on agent renewal fees is 8%, making RM750 + 8% SST = RM810 total; confirm any post-1 Jan 2026 changes against the Royal Malaysian Customs Department (RMCD) service tax publication. The agent must issue a proper SST-inclusive invoice for the fee to be tax-deductible.
Can I negotiate or pay the renewal fee in instalments?
Commercially, yes. Ask the agent to itemise the actual renewal work (rent renegotiation, document drafting, signing coordination) versus simple document handling, then negotiate a lower fee against the real scope. Instalment terms depend on the agent — get any agreement in writing before transferring money.
When is paying the RM750 renewal fee actually worth it?
It is worth it when the agent is genuinely renegotiating rent, updating material terms, coordinating signing, and you do not want to manage the paperwork yourself. If the same tenant is staying on unchanged terms and you can sign directly, pay the stamp duty and handle it yourself — RM810 saved is meaningful against a one-off signing event.
Does an agent still deserve RM750 + SST if the renewal is just a short addendum, not a brand-new tenancy agreement?
Ask this question directly, because it changes the value case. A same-tenant renewal is commonly handled either as (a) a short addendum or supplemental letter extending the existing tenancy agreement's term on the same clauses, or (b) a full new tenancy agreement replacing the old one — and the paperwork effort is genuinely different between the two. An addendum that only extends the term and restates the rent is materially less drafting work than a full TA re-draft, so a landlord is entitled to ask the agent to itemise which one is being produced and to price the fee against that scope, not against a full-TA assumption. Either instrument still needs proper execution: if the addendum or new TA changes the rent or term, it is a fresh instrument for stamp duty purposes and should be stamped via LHDN within 30 days of execution, the same as a new agreement — the stamping obligation does not disappear just because the document is short. Do not accept "it's still a renewal so the fee is the same" as the answer on its own; ask the agent to name whether an addendum or a full new TA is being prepared, and negotiate the fee against that actual scope.