Browsing and Purchasing

How do I purchase property specific Profit-Share Contract on Urby?

To buy property-specific Profit-Share Contracts (shares) on Urby, just follow these steps:

  • Log In: Sign in to your Urby account.
  • Browse Listings: Check out the available properties on the Homepage.
  • Buy: Click "Buy" on any live listing. Your request will enter a queue.
  • Notification: If shares are ready, you will get notified when it is your turn.
  • Select Quantity: Choose the number of shares you want to buy.
  • Track Portfolio: You can view and track your shares in the portfolio section of the app.

This simple process makes it easy to invest and keep an eye on your property shares.

This streamlined process allows you to easily invest in property-specific Profit-Share Contract and monitor your investments effortlessly.

How can I decide which properties to invest in?

To make informed investment decisions on Urby, users ought to refer to the property information page for comprehensive details, including:

  • Location: Understand the property's surroundings, community and neighborhood.
  • Purchase Price: See the initial purchase price of the property.
  • Past Transactions: Review the property's transaction history.
  • Expected Price per Share during Buyback: Learn about the anticipated price per share when homeowners buy back their equity portions.

By evaluating these factors, you can choose properties that align with your investment goals and risk tolerance.

Are there any restrictions on the number of properties I can invest in?

There are no restrictions on the number of properties you can invest in through Urby.

You are free to diversify your portfolio by investing in as many properties as you like, depending on availability and your investment preferences.

How much can I invest in Urby?

There is no limit on the number of profit-share contracts a user can own. However, each user can currently deposit up to RM100,000 into their Urby account. The deposit transaction limit is RM30,000 per transaction, and the daily deposit limit is RM50,000. If you wish to deposit an amount exceeding these limits, please contact our support team for assistance.

How is the Price per Share calculated at launch?

A PSC is generally issued at RM10, with a different total number of PSC issued for each listing. The total issued value of these PSCs is based on the estimated capital that the lister would need to deploy to execute upcycling of the property inclusive but not limited to, renovation cost, transaction fees, taxes etc.

Does the Price per Share change over time?

For New Drops: While a PSC is generally issued at RM10, discounts are sometimes given at launch or during promotional events. In addition, PSC issues escalate in price on a monthly basis to reflect the capital cost of holding these PSCs and the reduced uncertainty as the PSC gets closer to redemption.

For Exchange:PSCs listed under the exchange reflect the prices specified by other users on the platform and are generally influenced by supply and demand dynamics.

Who owns the remaining % of the property for FastTrack if not UrbanWave?

UrbanWave may engage one or more capital providers to help with financing the purchase and upcycling of FastTrack properties. These capital providers would have equitable ownership of the property in proportion to the amount of capital they provide. For example, if a capital provider covers 90% of the overall project cost, they would similarly be entitled to 90% of the equitable ownership, while our Listing partner retains the remaining 10%.

Do all shares automatically get redeemed once the property is sold?

Yes. When the property is sold or bought back, all shares are redeemed and the proceeds distributed back to investors.

Can the homeowner decide not to sell the house (and not trigger buyback)?

Yes, for some earlier Co-owned properties with no fixed tenure to its financing, the homeowner can decide not to buyback or sell the house. However, all Co-owned properties currently being brought onto the platform will have a fixed tenure and consequentially a maturity date on the redemption of the PSC. Please look through each Co-owned property listing for more details.

Is there a transaction fee for buying property shares during the Daily Drop?

Yes, there is a flat 2.5% transaction fee when you purchase property shares through our Daily Drop feature. This fee is clearly displayed during the checkout process, so you know exactly what you're paying upfront.

Are there any hidden fees besides the transaction fee?

No, there are no additional fees charged by Urby other than the 2.5% transaction fee.

Is there a fee when I sell my shares?

Currently, there are no extra fees charged when you sell shares on the Secondary Market.

What is the difference between buying shares at the Homepage and Secondary Market?

Urby offers two ways to buy shares:

New Drop (Primary Market):

  • Direct Purchase of shares from Urby’s listing partners.
  • First-Come, First-Served.
  • New Drop prices are revised on a monthly basis.

Exchange (Secondary Market):

  • Availability depends on Sellers: Shares are only available if other investors are selling.
  • Market Prices: Prices vary based on supply and demand, which can mean potential gains or losses.
  • Variety of Sellers: You can buy from different investors.
  • Flexible Quantity and Pricing: Investors can set their own prices and quantities when buying or selling shares.

What is a Buyback Schedule?

For Co-owned homes, A Buyback Schedule shows the redemption amount per PSC when a homeowner buys back the minority stake from our Listing Partners. This redemption amount increases every month based on the table in the schedule.

How is the buyback price per share calculated?

For Co-owned properties, the buyback PSC redemption value is determined based on the following formula listed in section 8. The Buy Back Proceeds is determined based on the value of funding provided by our Listing partner to the homeowner as well as an effective interest rate compounded monthly. These terms vary from property to property.

What happens if the homeowner does not buy back during the buyback period?

When the buyback period of a Co-owned property expires, the homeowner is still able to repurchase the Lister’s stake in the property but the price of this stake will be tied to its prevailing market value instead of a pre-determined buyback amount.

Can homeowners buy shares from the Exchange (Secondary Market)?

Yes, homeowners may purchase shares from the Secondary Market if they choose.

Has a forced sale (due to non-buyback) ever happened before?

As of now, no forced sale has occurred.

What is the typical buyback schedule and how can I view it

Buyback schedules vary. Each Co-owned home’s schedule is published in its listing details page.

Can I set up alerts for new property listings or investment opportunities?

Currently, we do not have an automated alert feature. However, we keep users updated about new properties and investment opportunities via email and our WhatsApp community. Additionally, we send in-app notifications to keep you informed.