Property developer Mah Sing Group Bhd (Mah Sing) has completed M Luna’s Tower A and B in Kepong with the highest Safety and Health Assessment in Construction (SHASSIC) score of 94.02% among all Mah Sing projects and clocked three million man-hours without Lost Time Injury (LTI).

The housing loan documentation is a tedious and complex process, with every bank having its own requirements and processes. All parties involved in the transaction have to issue their respective confirmation and undertaking, be it the SPA lawyer, housing loan lawyer, the property developer and the...

Before signing the SPA, some preliminary matters have to be addressed such as whether the developer has obtained the proper licenses and requisite approvals from the authorities, confirmation of the unit being purchased, the approved layout plans, the essential items that come with the property,...

Property developer SkyWorld Development Bhd (SkyWorld) is partnering with Universiti Malaya (UM) to develop an Application Programming Interface (API) to enhance the property development sector’s data integration ecosystem.

As Malaysia's real estate industry continues to undergo a transformative period, the rising participation of women stands out as a key driver of positive change. The commitment to inclusivity and gender equality is not only reshaping the industry but also positioning it for a more sustainable and...

As the industry continues to shift, prospective buyers are encouraged to approach their financial decisions with a strategic mindset, ensuring they navigate the complexities of real estate with confidence and foresight. And making informed decisions about loan tenures is essential for achieving a...

Astaka Holdings Ltd (Astaka), a leading integrated property developer based in Johor, has appointed Knight Frank Property Management Sdn Bhd (KFPM) as the property manager for Astaka’s upcoming prestigious residential project in Mount Austin, Aliva Mount Austin (Aliva), which has an estimated...

While verbal agreements are legally binding under English law, the cost, stress and energy required to prove the terms of a verbal contract might outweigh its value. At the end of the day, investing time and money in a properly drafted contract gives you the surety that your agreement is...

Though it is not yet known how the fourth quarter has performed at the time of writing, 2023 has positioned itself to be the highest in the number of transactions for the first nine months since 2012’s peak point. Market normalisation aside, 2023 remained coherent to the post-pandemic recovery...

As Malaysia aims for more sustainable housing, architects and researchers find merit in looking to the past for a better understanding of what these houses could be. Resilient communities are founded on environmental to social sustainability and traditional Malay architecture can provide wisdom to...