In Malaysia, inheritance (harta pusaka) is divided into several main categories for the purposes of management and distribution.
This classification is important to determine the legal procedures that must be followed.
Main Categories of Inheritance Assets
1. Immovable Property (Harta Tak Alih)
Assets that cannot be moved from one place to another.
Examples:
- Land (individual or joint title)
- Houses / buildings
- Farms, plantations
2. Movable Property (Harta Alih)
Assets that can be transferred or moved easily in terms of ownership.
Examples:
- Cash
- Vehicles (car, motorcycle)
- Jewellery
- Furniture & household items
- Financial instruments such as EPF, ASNB units, Tabung Haji savings
Updated date: 14/10/2025
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