The Johor–Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) represents a watershed in Johor’s economic journey and a defining opportunity for JLand Group (JLG) to solidify its role as the developer of Southeast Asia’s next high-growth corridor. By marrying streamlined cross-border regulations,...

The newly established Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) has sparked significant excitement on both sides of the Johor Causeway since its launch early this year. Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi, a key proponent of this transformative initiative, speaks with The Star’s news...

Strategically located in the heart of Shah Alam, Linkar52 at SA Sentral is the latest integrated development set to redefine urban living and community connectivity in the Selangor capital of Shah Alam. With a gross development value of RM314.42mil, this forward-thinking project by Perbadanan...

As a mitigative knight in shining armour against the pressures of the US tariffs, the highly charged and rapid forces pushing Johor Bahru’s property landscape are quickly making their mark in the race against time. The 24% tariff rate imposed on Malaysia by US President Donald Trump will be...

As Malaysian interest in Australian property continues to grow, so does the complexity of choosing the right ownership structure. Trusts are often promoted for asset protection, tax planning and succession but for non-resident investors, especially those with connections in both Malaysia and...

As global trade tensions intensify and tariff regimes become increasingly unpredictable, multinational corporations (MNCs) are rethinking their real estate strategies and Malaysia stands in good stead to reap the benefits.

The proposed Urban Redevelopment Act (URA) introduces a consent threshold of 80% for properties under 30 years old and 75% for those over 30 years. This means a redevelopment project could proceed even if 20% (or 25%) of property owners object.

The StarProperty Bumiputera Fair, a dedicated property showcase tailored for Bumiputera buyers, is set to start this week at Central i-City in Shah Alam, offering home seekers and investors access to exclusive deals, incentives and real estate opportunities.

Eco Spring by Eco World Development Group Bhd (EcoWorld) celebrated a significant milestone with the signing ceremony for three prominent tenants at Santai Square, its new lifestyle-focused commercial hub. This event marks a vital step in enhancing the Eco Spring township, positioning Santai Square...

As Malaysia continues to urbanise, home safety has become an increasing concern. According to the Department of Statistics Malaysia, the national crime index rose by 3.2% in 2023, with 52,444 reported cases. Property crimes made up 41,991 of these incidents which is a 3.8% increase from the...