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Goodbye 2018, Welcome 2019!
2018 property market roundups and outlook for 2019Contributed by Khalil AdisThe 10th of May was a watershed moment in Malaysia as it marked the first change of government in the country’s history.Since 1957, Malaysia was previously under the Barisan Nasional (BN) coalition, however, the high cost...
Exploiting digital technology to prevent cities from declining
Cities decline if not planned holistically and diversified in a proactive manner - ArupBy Tharmini Kenas tharmini@thestar.com.myThe disruption of digital technology has brought a new wave of changes to communities, towns and cities. How are we going to manoeuvre through massive traffic jams that...
Tapping into the luxury property market
More than a house, more than an experienceBy Viktor Chong viktorchong@thestar.com.myThe opulent life of successful individuals, either through merit or inheritance have always been a subject of envy. Although it stands as a glaring statement of the income gap between the rich and the poor, many...
AkzoNobel's colour of the year 2019 (and how to use it)
BY NG PAU LINGThe past two years has seen the world being filled with turmoil and unrest; the sense of uncertainty around the globe had prompted people to close their door for inner retreats and emotional energy replenishment.However, after a period of self-adjustment and recharge, moving on to...
Ask Me Anything: Are you dealing with the right real estate agent?
Compiled by: Tharmini Kenas tharmini@thestar.com.my & Aiza Akmaliah akma@mystar.com.my Ask Me Anything is a platform for readers to ask about all things property. If you have any inquiries, key in your questions at bit.ly/AskMeAnythingProperty. Total Realty head of marketing Dr. Kho Chng Guan...
The times they are changing
Contributed by AREA Management Sdn Bhd executive chairman Datuk Stewart LabrooyPrime Minister Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad , DPM Datuk Seri Wan Azizah and Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng arriving for table the Budget 2019 at ParliamentAZHAR MAHFOF/The Star (2/11/2018)Come senators, congressmen, please...
Post Budget 2019: Opportunity to leverage on the competency of the private sector
By Aisyah SuwardiDamansara MP Tony Pua.The Budget 2019 that was recently tabled by the Pakatan Harapan government has garnered mixed reactions amongst the public. Regardless, Damansara MP Tony Pua pointed out that the budget has shown that the government is taking the opportunity to collaborate...
Musings about the Budget 2019
Contributed by IQI Group property investment coach Sean LeeWith the much-expected Budget 2019 announcement last Friday, its effects will be felt on the property market, directly or indirectly in the months to come. Let me share my thoughts on some of the items that were announced in last week’s...
Mandatory SIA on middle to low-cost developments soon, said KPKT deputy minister
By Aisyah Suwardi (From left) Gamuda Land executive director Datuk Haji Abdul Sahak bin Safi, KPKT deputy minister YBM Senator Datuk Raja Kamarul BahrinShah Ibni Raja Ahmad Baharuddin Shah, Gamuda Bhd deputy group managing director Mohammed Rashdanbin Mohd Yusof (Danny), Gamuda IBS general manager...
Common sense approach to property management
Contributed by John TanThe current slowdown of the property market has resulted in the stagnant prices of houses, ushering in a prolonged buyer’s market. In this condition, what are the practical steps to create a healthy demand for your investment properties, either for rental or for sales...