Using your EPF savings for a new home
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While your EPF savings are meant as a nest egg, you can also use a portion of it for housing purposes. (Rawpixel pic) In December 2020, the Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) announced the i-Sinar scheme that allows members whose income has been affected by the
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
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
Building your own home? Here’s what’s in store for you
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The most appealing part of building your own home is that you can build it exactly the way you want it. (Rawpixel pic) After years of hard work and saving up, you finally have enough money to buy your first house. But a fundamental question is – should you b
3 reasons why your house paint is peeling
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Achieving flawless walls requires a lot of effort and preparation. (Rawpixel pic) Whether it is a newly renovated space or not, peeling walls are a pretty common sight. Walls with small flakes or big portions of peeling paints are a potential hazard in your ho
5 mistakes to avoid when buying your first home
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Avoid these common mistakes when buying your first home. (Rawpixel pic) You’ve finally saved up enough to make a down payment, or qualified for one of the many first home schemes available in Malaysia. Now, it’s time for you to go house-hunting and seek ou
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
4 steps to choosing the right light bulbs
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Unsure of how to pick the right bulb for your home? Read on. (Rawpixel pic) Malaysia is on its way to phasing out the sale of traditional incandescent lightbulbs, and for a good reason too, as the filament in incandescent bulbs needs to be heated to a very hig
4 money-saving tips for house renovations
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Upgrading homes not only costs time and energy but a lot of money which can be saved with these tips. (Rawpixel pic) When planning a renovation, it can be incredibly tempting to imagine the various changes you’d like to make to your home. But even if a certa
