In the early months of 2026, a series of sobering reports from the Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) triggered a massive wave of awareness across TikTok and Facebook. For decades, a dangerous urban legend persisted in Malaysia: that the bathroom, being a “wet room” with a water source, is…
This is one of the most exciting infrastructure-driven shifts in Malaysia’s property landscape right now The East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) is 85% complete, and the government is pushing for new investment hubs along its route. Real estate forums are abuzz with speculation about land appreciation and township developments. Should…
Original article by by Pankaj C. Kumar
Just about a month ago, the National Property Information Centre (NAPIC) released the Malaysian housing data for the first quarter (Q1) period ended 2019. There are several interesting findings from the state of the Malaysian property market in the first quarter, especially for homebuyers but definitely not for developers, as overhang remains elevated.
While the property market is expected to remain challenging in 2019, for those looking to buy a home for their own stay, it may be a good time to buy as sellers are more flexible with their asking prices while developers are offering attractive packages with freebies and other incentives.…
Here are Malaysia’s most popular residential neighbourhoods, ranked according to consumers’ search behaviour data compiled this year. Most will say you only live once, but at some point, it’s time to go home and be with loved ones. There is no denying home is where the heart is (and where…
Normally, when one decides to buy a home, one would normally apply for a housing or personal loan at a bank. But, one must ensure beforehand that their current financial status is stable, and free of any kind of debts. However, not counting the financial status, that is all about…
THE purpose of this article is to provide some pointers and guidelines to a purchaser who wishes to appoint his own solicitor when buying a housing accommodation from a housing developer. Housing developer may no longer advertise free legal fees. It is common for a purchaser to be attracted to…
Property investment is undeniably one of the best ways to grow one’s wealth as most property values often grow over the years. However, high returns are limited to well-maintained and safe properties, said Architect Centre Sdn Bhd accredited architect and trainer Anthony Lee Tee. “Like humans, buildings will go through…
Many property investors and homebuyers prefer brand new homes bought directly from property developers. They may find old properties unpalatable for property investment but Sri Penaga Management Corp chairman Khaw Chay Tee believes that an old property in a mature development can turn out to be “like gold”, albeit second…
There has been plenty of talk recently in relation to the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and the Sales and Service Tax (SST) and what the impact of each is to the consumers. There is also plenty of information that has been made available to the public through various sources…
