Beware illegal real estate brokers, warns group
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Registered real estate agents adhere to a code of conduct and ethics, says their professional body. PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Institute of Estate Agents (MIEA) has expressed concern over claims of fraudulent agents, saying illegal brokers are out for quick
Will cloud kitchens save the F&B sector post Covid-19?
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F&B operators are struggling to adapt to the new normal as a result of Covid-19. Prior to Covid-19 and the Movement Control Order (MCO), food and beverage (F&B) outlets were seen as a key driver of footfall into shopping malls and the retail market. No
5 ways to improve the air quality at home
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Proper ventilation helps remove pollutants and bring in fresh air. (Pixabay pic) Poor air quality can not only cause symptoms such as dizziness, headaches, irritated eyes and itchy throats, long-term exposure can lead to respiratory and cardiovascular disease,
Demand for larger industrial properties remains buoyant
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With the growth in e-commerce and logistics, larger industrial spaces are in demand. The industrial subsector is bucking the trend of the rest of the real estate market, and is expected to remain stable despite the uncertainties ahead. According to the finding
5 ways to make any space seem bigger
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Using light colours on the walls make a room seem bigger. (Pixabay pic) A small home can be comfortable and cosy but it can seem a little crowded at times. There is no need to invest in a bigger home, just follow these five tips to create an optical illusion t
Property market expected to remain in the doldrums
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The soft property market is not expected to recover in the immediate future. The property market is expected to remain soft for now. And while the primary market remains supported by the Home Ownership Campaign (HOC), the sub-sale or secondary market is unlike
The worst is yet to come, say property players
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Zerin Properties CEO Previndran Singhe says different segments in the property market such as industrial properties, hotels and homes will improve at varying rates. KUALA LUMPUR: Offering a grim short-term outlook for the property market, property executives s
Experimental green housing project takes a bad turn
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Welcome to the jungle: plants overrun Chinese apartment blocks. (AFP pic) CHENGDU: An experimental green housing project in a Chinese megacity promised prospective residents life in a “vertical forest”, with manicured gardens on every balcony. All 826 apar
Social media a key tool in reviving real estate business, say experts
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Social media represents the future of the real estate industry according to property executives. (File pic) KUALA LUMPUR: Real estate companies and agents who are able to leverage social media represent the future of the industry, according to property executi
Malaysia should ‘race to the top’ in drawing foreign investors, says think tank
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Malaysia is in a good position to attract foreign direct investment flows. PETALING JAYA: A think tank said Malaysia’s deep integration into existing global and regional supply chains puts it in prime position to capitalise on the current supply-chain reloca
Johor property overhang remains a concern
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Much of the overhang is due to developers focusing on high-rise properties. (Unsplash) The issue of unsold housing units and property overhang in Johor is a long-standing one, which requires intervention if it’s to be resolved. This situation has existed sin
Overpricing for ‘cashback’ is hurting the property market
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Prices of residential units are being inflated in order to entice homebuyers with cashback offers. Real estate players are calling on the government to take drastic steps to control the issue of house price inflation caused by those who offer cashback schemes
Johor property overhang remains a concern
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Much of the overhang in Johor is due to developers focusing on high-rise properties. (Facebook pic) The issue of unsold housing units and property overhang in Johor is a long-standing one, which requires intervention if it’s to be resolved. This situation ha
Malaysia My Second Home programme on hold
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The ministry will reassess the programme before opening up applications again. KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) programme is to be frozen temporarily to allow the ministry of tourism, arts and culture (Motac) to reevaluate it. According to a st
The real ‘financial gurus’ millennials should listen to
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Many millennials are advised to invest in multiple real estate properties in one go, a rather dangerous move that can leave one bankrupt. (Rawpixel pic) It is no secret that millennials are a generation who borrow substantial sums of money to fund their lifest
Jackie Chan’s luxury condos up for auction in ownership row
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Jackie Chan. (AFP pic) BEIJING: Two luxury Beijing apartments seized from martial arts film star Jackie Chan will be put up for auction for around US$10 million due to an ownership dispute, according to court documents seen by AFP. The action star, 66, best kn
Loan compression, a bottomless debt trap
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Homebuyers are being persuaded by developers to take on heavy debt to purchase multiple properties. (Rawpixel pic) Loan compression, or multiple financing, can put an individual in a negative cycle of debt as it impacts one’s ability to repay the loans. Loan
Don’t kill the hill: Fraser’s Hill under threat of development
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The Maybank Lodge and the defunct Jelai Resort were recently demolished to the surprise of Fraser’s Hill residents. (PAWBF Facebook pic) PETALING JAYA: Fraser’s Hill is regarded by many as one of Malaysia’s treasured highland havens, alongside Cameron Hi
End of loan moratorium and property market’s fate
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Experts expect a rise in non-performing loans as many Malaysians face pay cuts and retrenchments. The Ministry of Finance introduced a six-month loan moratorium starting April 1, under which bank loan repayments were deferred until September. This was a relief
Good time to buy homes in Seberang Perai, says expert
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Henry Butcher’s Seberang Perai senior manager Fook Tone Huat unveils the company’s Residential and Industrial Property Market Outlook 2020 today. GEORGE TOWN: Those planning to buy homes in Penang should take a look in Seberang Perai as property prices the
Landlords need right of refusal, says house buyers’ group
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A house buyers’ group says landlords should retain the right to refuse tenants. PETALING JAYA: Putrajaya has been cautioned against restricting the rights of landlords in a new law which is aimed at preventing racial discrimination in the property market. Th
4 townships in KL most favoured by entrepreneurs
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Mont’ Kiara is a neighbourhood of high net worth residents. (Property Advisor pic) The success of any business depends a lot on facilities, amenities and accessibility. Most entrepreneurs do not base their decision on where to open up shop only on population
Would you buy the most haunted manor in Ireland?
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Loftus Hall, the most haunted manor in Ireland, is up for sale – ghosts included. © Courtesy of Loftus Hall DUBLIN: A private beach, 2,500 square metres, 22 rooms, 25 hectares: this Irish manor can be yours for €2.5 million. That is, if you don’t have a
Will property prices fall when loan moratorium ends?
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The property market will not be spared the economic slump, but there is hope for certain segments. The property industry will not be spared in the worst economic slump of the country’s history as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. And with the moratorium on
Will cloud kitchens save the F&B sector post Covid-19?
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F&B operators are struggling to adapt to the new normal as a result of Covid-19. Prior to Covid-19 and the Movement Control Order (MCO), food and beverage (F&B) outlets were seen as a key driver of footfall into shopping malls and the retail market. No
What happens when your home loan outlives you
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When a person takes on a mortgage, they usually fully expect to pay it off before they die although this is not always the case. (Rawpixel pic) Who has not wondered whether their estate can cover the cost of their debts after they die? An estate refers to the
Time needed for Johor’s retail market to bounce back
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Johor’s retail industry relies heavily on regional tourism and, in particular, Singapore shoppers. Drastic changes in consumer behaviour in Malaysia have brought with them major changes across the retail industry. The retail sector in general is expected to
Things we unknowingly do that damage the home
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A beautiful home will stay beautiful if those living within its walls take good care of it. (Rawpixel pic) Everyone has bad habits, but some can be more harmful than one would think. Here are some bad habits that need to be broken to prevent damage to the home
The worst is yet to come, say property players
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Zerin Properties CEO Previndran Singhe says different segments in the property market such as industrial properties, hotels and homes will improve at varying rates. KUALA LUMPUR: Offering a grim short-term outlook for the property market, property executives s
The real ‘financial gurus’ millennials should listen to
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Many millennials are advised to invest in multiple real estate properties in one go, a rather dangerous move that can leave one bankrupt. (Rawpixel pic) It is no secret that millennials are a generation who borrow substantial sums of money to fund their lifest
Social media a key tool in reviving real estate business, say experts
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Social media represents the future of the real estate industry according to property executives. (File pic) KUALA LUMPUR: Real estate companies and agents who are able to leverage social media represent the future of the industry, according to property executi
Slow project approval reason for graft in construction industry, says group
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Real Estate and Housing Developers’ Association chairman Jeffrey Ng says the government should review the speed of the approval process. PETALING JAYA: The Real Estate and Housing Developers’ Association (Rehda) today said corruption in the property develo
Short-term rental via Airbnb versus long-term lease
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A nice property in a good tourism location, such as Penang for example, is an excellent Airbnb candidate. With the exemptions on stamp duty and minimum 10% discounts for residential properties under the Home Ownership Campaign, now is a better time than ever t
Selangor only state with housing demand growth in first half of 2020
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The increase in housing demand was driven by affordable properties in Klang Valley’s suburban areas. PETALING JAYA: Selangor was the only major state to show an increase in housing demand in the first half of 2020, up 3.5% year-on-year for subsale (secondary
