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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...
Being a landlord for the first time? Top tips for you to learn (Part 1)
Original Chinese article by LEE YAN LITranslated by NG PAU LINGRenting out your property to repay the mortgage is the easiest way to gain profit from your real estate investment.However, being a landlord involves lots of responsibilities. Therefore, you must learn the obligations and details as a...
Is now a good time to upgrade? Things to consider when moving up the property ladder
Much to consider when planning to move up the property ladderBy NG PAU LINGYOU’RE not the only one planning to move up the property ladder. In the first half of 2018, upgrader buyers make up the second largest group in the primary market at 32%, compared with first-time buyers who account for...
Converting homes into homestays a real opportunity
PETALING JAYA: With Malaysia having the potential to grow in the tourism sector, LivingSpaces founder Ikhram Merican said owners could capitalise on this opportunity by converting their homes into homestays.“Malaysia is the thirteenth most visited country in the world, we are only scratching the...
Crowdfunding ‘not home-buying scheme’
By THEAN LEE CHENGCagamas Bhd president and CEO Datuk Chung Chee Leong said: “I am not against crowdfunding. It can benefit some people and there is space for this form of funding. “But the buyer must know that they are going into an investment scheme and are not actually buying a...
5 tips to make your property more rental worthy
Contributed by CompareHero.mySo you have a vacant room or a spare property to rent out. The question is, how do you make them more appealing to potential tenants and subsequently generate extra income? On paper, it might look easy — post an ad online, set an affordable price, and wait for the...
Runnymede Group Signs Mou With Ritz-carlton For Seafront Hotel In Penang
The MOU signing between Marriott International Hotel Development Asia-Pacific vice president Peter Gassner (left) with Runnymede Group chairman Tan Sri Datuk Mohd Sheriff bin Mohd Kassim (right).PENANG: Runnymede Group of Companies and Ritz Carlton recently signed a landmark memorandum of...
Will Malaysia experience a property winter in 2019?
Our panel of experts with over 100 years of cumulative real estate experience will share their thoughts and ideas on how to navigate through these uncertain times.By Viktor Chong viktorchong@thestar.com.myWith Malaysia under new management, all eyes are on the Pakatan government and the direction...
Minister for London visits £9 billion Battersea Power Station
(From left) Leader of Wandsworth Council Cllr Ravi Govindia, Battersea Power Station Development Company (BPSDC) ceo Simon Murphy, Minister For London Jo Johnson MP, BPSDC chairman Datuk Wong and BPSDC director Richard Ng Picture by Ben Stevens / i-ImagesARA DAMANSARA - Battersea Power Station site...