By Viktor ChongMalaysia, unlike its Western counterparts, enjoys relatively stable and hot weather throughout the year, making a swimming pool an excellent addition to any property. Market transactions have also shown that having a pool alongside your home will raise its value. But is it truly all...

By Vigneswar RajasurianThe dangers of a fire in our homes or offices should not be taken lightly. According to statistics from the Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department, billions of ringgit worth of properties are destroyed in fire-related incidents every year. There is much news on a variety of...

By Anupreya SharmaHaving an extra room is often viewed as a luxury many do not possess. But when the room lacks purpose, it becomes more of a curse than a blessing. The spare rooms are often turned into storerooms. These are the doors we close when people come over to prevent them from seeing a...

ARA DAMANSARA: The Covid-19 outbreak has created an unprecedented dampener on market transactions since face-to-face interaction is not encouraged.To overcome this issue, Sime Darby Property Bhd came up with various online campaigns to supplement the sales effort, and it has since garnered more...

KUALA LUMPUR: Effects of the Covid-19 has been far-reaching in the property market, especially in the industrial segment. Stakeholders are expected to practise more caution in formulating their plans as they navigate through this challenging operating environment.“For larger industrial park...

By Vigneswar RajasurianWainscoting may sound peculiar but merely refers to panelling, typically made of wood, that lines the interior walls of a home. Homeowners seeking to add a touch of luxury and elegance to a living space increasingly turn to wainscoting as opposed to mere wallpaper or painted...

There will come a time when you will want to rid of the big household products, especially when they are being replaced by newer models or have become obsolete and broken beyond repair. No product lasts forever so there will come a time when items like the refrigerator, washing machine, old...

By Viktor ChongAdvertising rarely comes cheap, whether it be on a print or digital format. And in this unprecedented time, real estate agents may be hard-pressed to find spare cash to promote themselves. But many are unaware that some of the most effective advertising is practically free. Let’s...

By Harpreet Gill The Covid-19 pandemic has brought a change in the way we live. Even though the number of positive Covid-19 cases have shrunk, a new norm has emerged with the daily practice of social distancing especially in condominiums.The government's easing of the movement control order (MCO)...

By Harpreet GillInstalling grilles for doors and windows is for better security but aesthetics matter too.Grilles are usually installed for safety purposes to prevent break-ins, but aesthetics are equally important, especially when maintaining the value of a property.After all, one would not want...