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Answer: The overall duration can vary, but here's an estimated timeline for key steps: Initial Booking: 1-2 days (requires passport copy, booking form). Signing Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA): 1-2 weeks (after initial booking, usually within 14 days). State Consent Application: This is the most significant part and typically takes 3 months. However, with ongoing system upgrades, the Johor Land and Mines Office (PTG) is aiming to reduce processing times for foreign interest applications to 21 days, down from the previous 70 days, with completion targeted by July 31, 2025. Loan Application (if needed): 1-2 months. Loan-to-value ratios for foreigners generally range from 60-80%, with some banks offering up to 90% for Singaporean and Bruneian buyers. Full Completion & Vacant Possession: For new developments, developers typically deliver vacant possession within 36 months from the SPA date. For subsale properties, it's as per the SPA terms. Important Considerations: Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) Program: While not mandatory for property purchase, the MM2H program offers a long-term visa (10-year renewable for MM2H, 20-year for Premium Visa Program - PVIP) and various benefits, including higher loan margins (up to 80% for MM2H holders). Professional Advice: It is highly recommended to engage a local lawyer and real estate agent experienced in foreign p