For business owners
Why Business Owners Find Their Shop Through MCE
Ground-floor shops in prime KL and Selangor hubs, matched to your trade, budget and size.
01
We find the good shops
How do I get a good shop before it is advertised?
- We hold many units that are not yet advertised, so you see them before others do.
- When a tenant is about to leave, we tell the business owners on our list first.
- We know which street and which stretch of each hub suits which business.
- We filter units by your trade, budget and size in one go.
- No more searching shop by shop or asking agent after agent.
02
We understand your business
What should I check before renting a shop for F&B or a clinic?
- For F&B we confirm kitchen exhaust, water inlet and outlet, 3-phase power and a grease trap before you view.
- We know what restaurants, cafés, clinics, pharmacies and beauty salons each need from a unit.
- We point out similar competitors nearby.
- We tell you when the footfall peaks at that location, daytime or night.
- If a unit does not suit you, we say so honestly and never push it to close a deal.
03
Transparent prices and terms
How much does it cost to rent a shop, all in?
- We tell you the fair rent range for the area based on the market.
- You get rent references for the same hub, so you know where you stand (see our shop rent index).
- Deposit, advance rent, legal fees and stamp duty are explained from the start (try our stamp duty calculator).
- Term, renewal and rent increase conditions are made clear before signing.
- We help you negotiate a fair rent-free fit-out period based on market practice.
04
Takeovers and goodwill made clear
Is it safe to pay goodwill (key money) for a shop?
- For units with goodwill, we remind you to confirm first that the landlord agrees to the transfer.
- We explain what the goodwill covers: renovation, equipment, or only the location.
- We remind you to get the landlord's written confirmation of rent and terms before paying any goodwill.
05
Less time, fewer headaches
What does MCE help with after I choose a shop?
- We follow every step from viewing and negotiation to signing.
- We help arrange the lawyer and tenancy agreement.
- We remind you of the permits to apply for before opening: business licence, signboard and fire safety.
- We can introduce renovation, signage and kitchen equipment suppliers.
06
A long-term partner
Can MCE help me open more branches later?
- When you open a second or third outlet, we keep finding locations for you.
- At renewal we help both you and the landlord communicate.
- If you need to relocate or transfer the business, you can come to us too.
- Many of our tenants were referred by other business owners.
How it works
- 1
Tell us your brief
Trade, target customers, size, budget and preferred hubs.
- 2
Shortlist
Units filtered for frontage, footfall, hardware and competition, including ones not yet advertised.
- 3
Viewings
We check exhaust, water, power and parking with you on site.
- 4
Terms
Rent, deposit, term, renewal and fit-out period negotiated and confirmed in writing.
- 5
Sign and open
Lawyer, stamp duty, permits checklist, then support through renewal.
“I only do shops. For tenants, I find you a location where your business can grow. For buyers, I tell you honestly what a shop is worth and what the risks are. For landlords, I find you a tenant or buyer you can work with for the long term. When all three sides are happy, business lasts.”
Tok Ginstee
REN 37505 · CID Realtors Sdn Bhd (E (1) 1855)
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Do tenants pay MCE a fee?
Fees follow BOVAEP rules and depend on the arrangement for each unit. We tell you clearly before any viewing commitment, so there are no surprises.
Can you find shops that are not on PropertyGuru or iProperty?
Yes. Many prime ground-floor units are let privately during the outgoing tenant's notice period. Registering your brief with us puts you on the list we notify first.
How much money do I need to rent a shop?
Usually 2 to 3 months' rent as security deposit, 1 month utility deposit and the first month's rent, plus stamp duty and legal fees. Use our stamp duty calculator for the exact figure.
Can you help a chain open several outlets?
Yes. We shortlist locations hub by hub for second and third outlets and keep the landlord relationship going at renewal.