Edinburgh turning disused areas into public green spaces
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What a section of Edinburgh’s future ‘green corridor’ might look like. © The City of Edinburgh Council PARIS: Disused areas of Edinburgh, Scotland, are set to be redeveloped into community spaces dedicated to soft mobility, citizen initiatives and the d
Explained: Singapore’s HDB and affordable housing
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Singapore’s HDB flats have gained international recognition as one of the most successful affordable housing models in the world. (Bloomberg pic) PETALING JAYA: Next month, the local government development ministry will welcome a visit by Singapore’s Housi
Industrial property the star performer in 2022
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The number of industrial properties transacted in the first nine months of 2022 exceeded 2021’s full-year number of 5,595 transactions. (File pic) PETALING JAYA: The industrial property segment has become a shining light for the property sector, with industr
No joy for Malaysia’s property sector from China’s reopening
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The PH government’s move to stop foreign purchases of Forest City property in 2018 angered many Chinese property investors. (AFP pic) PETALING JAYA: After nearly three years of self-imposed isolation, China finally reopened its borders on Jan 8, and Asean co
Mah Sing lightens the load for property buyers
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The limited-time sales package offers fixed-interest rates for instalments, attractive incentives and additional goodies for aspiring homeowners. (Freepik pic) Property buyers, including first-time homebuyers, often worry about the high costs of homeownership
Balancing an active lifestyle and mental well-being in De Centrum City
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Rimbawan Residency is surrounded by nature, offering a tranquil, serene lifestyle. PETALING JAYA: Which do you prize more? The hustle and bustle of a metropolis or the peace and tranquillity of the suburbs? Despite the stereotype that single professionals are
Singapore home sales slump to 14-year low on supply crunch
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33,600 units will be completed by the end of next year to accommodate owner-occupier and rental demand. (Unsplash pic) SINGAPORE: Singapore home sales tumbled for a third straight month to the lowest in almost 14 years as a supply crunch kept buyers at bay. Pu
5 steps you should take before investing in property
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Investing in property can be rewarding, but there are many considerations that have to be made before you take the plunge. (Bernama pic) Investing isn’t easy for anyone. For any venture to be successful, much thought, research, patience and perseverance has
Residential property prospects a mixed bag in 2023
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CBRE WTW says landed real estate is expected to show continued resilience this year. PETALING JAYA: Sluggish growth is expected in the residential property sector for 2023 with both demand and supply side factors contributing to the sector’s muted prospects.
