5 reasons an agent is crucial to a property transaction
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An agent can often spot problems with a property that a buyer may not notice. (Rawpixel pic) When you are buying a house, always remember that buyers and sellers are on different sides of the fence. Both have the same goal – they want a sale – and both sid
Here’s why your air conditioner smells bad
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Does your air conditioner smell bad for unexplained reasons? (Kaodim pic) Have you ever wondered what is that awful smell coming from your air conditioner? You seem to have tried everything, and matter what kind of freshener you use to spray the room with, tha
Becoming a smart city the best bet for George Town
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Positioning George Town as a smart city is the best way to increase the people’s quality of life and standard of living. Established as an entrepôt in 1786 by the East India Company’s Francis Light, George Town was the first British settlement in Southeas
A basic guide to choosing a cooker hood
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An important part of any kitchen reno is the appliances, and the cooker hood can help set the tone for the styling. (Pixabay pic) Renovating your kitchen? After choosing the cabinets, tiles, and countertop, the next item is usually the cooker hood (and hob). T
5 red-flags when buying second-hand property
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Before signing on the dotted line, inspect a sub-sale property thoroughly. (Rawpixel pic) A sub-sale property is essentially second-hand as it has an owner who bought it directly from the developer, or from another owner. Whether it has been lived in or left u
7 things we love about the IKEA catalogue
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Ikea’s announcement that its 2021 catalogue released in October would be its last took the world by surprise. (Ikea pic) SINGAPORE: Swedish flat-pack furniture retailer Ikea is turning the page on printing its annual catalogue, a firm favourite and fixture i
Ikea ends print catalogue after 70 years
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Ikea’s announcement that its 2021 catalogue released in October would be its last took the world by surprise. (Ikea pic) SINGAPORE: Swedish flat-pack furniture retailer Ikea is turning the page on printing its annual catalogue, a firm favourite and fixture i
4 home items you may have been cleaning wrong
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You may have been cleaning all these common house items the wrong way. (Rawpixel pic) Everyone takes harmless shortcuts when it comes to cleaning the home. But are they really so harmless? Here are a few things many of us skimp on when it comes to cleaning and
New city status a boost to Pasir Gudang
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With its new city status, Pasir Gudang will see the development of more public facilities and infrastructure. (Bernama pic) Pasir Gudang, in the district of Johor Bahru, was established in 1918. It was originally known as Kampung Pasir Udang. However, this nam
IKEA drops iconic catalogue after 70 years
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An Ikea staff shows a journalist inside a mobile display unit in Mumbai on Nov 26, 2019. (AFP pic) STOCKHOLM: Budget furniture giant IKEA has decided to discontinue its catalogue, one of the world’s biggest annual publications, as shoppers move online, it sa
5 reasons an agent is crucial to a property transaction
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An agent can often spot problems with a property that a buyer may not notice. (Rawpixel pic) When you are buying a house, always remember that buyers and sellers are on different sides of the fence. Both have the same goal – they want a sale – and both sid
The pros and cons of Rent-to-Own schemes
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The Rent-to-Own is scheme is targeted at the B40 and M40 groups. (Rawpixel pic) Under Budget 2021, it was announced that the government would work with selected financial institutions to provide a Rent-to-Own (RTO) scheme for 5,000 PR1MA homes at a total value
5 red-flags when buying second-hand property
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Before signing on the dotted line, inspect a sub-sale property thoroughly. (Rawpixel pic) A sub-sale property is essentially second-hand as it has an owner who bought it directly from the developer, or from another owner. Whether it has been lived in or left u
Kulai property market shows good potential despite pandemic
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Kulai used to be an important stopover point for motorists. Kulai is a town and the capital of Kulai District located within Iskandar Malaysia. It is 29km from Johor Baru and 8km from Skudai and situated along the old trunk road (now known as Road One) that li
Johor Bahru faring well in the face of the pandemic
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Johor Bahru is an established township with stable market prices and is a preferred residential area due to familiarity and the convenience of its accessibility. (Facebook pic) Located along the Straits of Johor at the southern end of Peninsular Malaysia, Joho
5 design inspirations for your home library
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Your home library doesn’t have to be just stacks of books on a shelf. (Pixabay pic) To those who say, “Who needs physical books when we’ve got e-books?”, here’s a sound justification. The latter provides convenience, but e-books cannot provide the co
Kajang, an emerging hot spot for affordable living
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Kajang is the district capital of Hulu Langat and has seen significant growth due to its proximity to the city. (Property Advisor pic) A small township in the eastern region of Selangor, Kajang is located about 21km from the bustling city centre of Kuala Lumpu
A basic guide to choosing a cooker hood
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An important part of any kitchen reno is the appliances, and the cooker hood can help set the tone for the styling. (Pixabay pic) Renovating your kitchen? After choosing the cabinets, tiles, and countertop, the next item is usually the cooker hood (and hob). T
7 things we love about the IKEA catalogue
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Ikea’s announcement that its 2021 catalogue released in October would be its last took the world by surprise. (Ikea pic) SINGAPORE: Swedish flat-pack furniture retailer Ikea is turning the page on printing its annual catalogue, a firm favourite and fixture i
5 things you should know about being a property agent
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Being a property agent can be rewarding, but it has its fair share of ups and downs. (Rawpixel pic) Be your own boss, earn a huge commission – up to five figures sometimes – with flexible working hours! These are the reasons people become property agents,
A guide to choosing a CCTV system for your home
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More Malaysians are installing CCTV cameras to increase the security of their homes. (Pixabay pic) Many homeowners in Malaysia are investing in security systems such as wireless CCTV cameras and home alarm systems, hoping the sight of CCTV cameras will deter b
4 ways to own 10 properties or more in Malaysia
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It is possible to build a large residential property portfolio without affecting your DSR. (Rawpixel pic) A reader recently posed this question: The debt service ratio requirements in Malaysia determine the quantum of a housing loan. So, how about the individu
All you need to know about cooker hoods
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The technical aspects of a cooker hood must be considered as well. (Faber Hoods pic) Now that you have chosen the style of cooker hood that best suits your kitchen, it is time to look at the technical aspects – what the hood can do, the installation, the typ
All eyes on TTDI Sentralis as it nears completion
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A topping out ceremony was recently held to mark the imminent completion of the Sentralis Lifestyle Sovo Suites and its retail component, Trivium Avenue. (Naza TTDI pic) SHAH ALAM: Shah Alam residents can expect their city to grow ever more prosperous and thei
A guide to installing plaster ceilings
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Plaster ceilings can be used to conceal wiring and ducts as well as simply for aesthetic reasons. (Consuming Indy pic) Plaster ceilings are installed for many reasons. They are often installed in order to hide wires and tubes for lighting and air conditioning,
A guide to housing interest rates and how to pay less
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Selecting the right type of interest, especially for a housing loan, can save you lots by the end of the loan tenure. (Rawpixel pic) When it comes to loans, the interest rates and repayments can be confusing as it is not necessarily a linear model. Some people
A guide to choosing a CCTV system for your home
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More Malaysians are installing CCTV cameras to increase the security of their homes. (Pixabay pic) Many homeowners in Malaysia are investing in security systems such as wireless CCTV cameras and home alarm systems, hoping the sight of CCTV cameras will deter b
A basic guide to choosing a cooker hood
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An important part of any kitchen reno is the appliances, and the cooker hood can help set the tone for the styling. (Pixabay pic) Renovating your kitchen? After choosing the cabinets, tiles, and countertop, the next item is usually the cooker hood (and hob). T
9 innovative ideas for a well-functioning kitchen
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Keeping the kitchen running like a smooth machine makes cooking easy and enjoyable. (Rawpixel pic) To many people, the kitchen is the heart of the home – it’s where nourishing and delicious food is cooked to feed both and soul, and where the family often g
8 things to consider before renovating your bathroom
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The bathroom is one of the most important spaces in a house. (Pixabay pic) A bathroom or ‘toilet’ is not just a place for personal hygiene. It’s an important part of the house which we use frequently. Spending time to renovate or spruce up your bathroom
8 specialised kitchen features that maximise space
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A well-designed kitchen means creating a space where one task flows naturally to another. (Rawpixel pic) Kitchen cabinets are probably the most used pieces of furniture in the house. A well-designed kitchen means creating a space where one task flows naturally
8 pointers when investing in commercial property
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Sale and equity gains of commercial real estate can be much greater. (Pixabay pic) Malaysians generally restrict themselves to residential properties when investing in real estate. But commercial properties are worth exploring too because their sale and equity
7 things we love about the IKEA catalogue
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Ikea’s announcement that its 2021 catalogue released in October would be its last took the world by surprise. (Ikea pic) SINGAPORE: Swedish flat-pack furniture retailer Ikea is turning the page on printing its annual catalogue, a firm favourite and fixture i
7 questions to ask before buying your first house
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It is important to determine why you want to buy a house, both in the short and long term. (Rawpixel pic) At some point in life, you may want more space, or all your friends are buying houses. However, it often seems like the nicest properties are the ones tha
