Category: Real Estate

WORQ launches a wellbeing-focused coworking space at Bandar Utama in a strategic partnership deal with Bandar Utama City Group The new outlet spans up to 30,000 sq ft with features such as open-air balconies equipped with alfresco work spaces, nap pods and nursing rooms, designed to reduce stress and enhance productivity. This strategic partnership between…

Press Release: Sunway Property Commemorates Malaysia’s National Month with “The BIG Deal” Nationwide Campaign, Unveiling RM4.2 Billion in New Launches 16 signature projects, 5 new launches and 1 master deal that offers Malaysians exclusive rewards with Sunway Property+ aftersales lifestyle benefits As Malaysia marks 68 years of independence, Sunway Property – the nation’s Master Community…

Property Price – Actual Numbers since 2010 and property type. Which is up and which is down? No need to think, the number is up BUT… it’s actually down currently yeah. Q on Q, it’s down. It may continue to show another decrease in the next quarter maybe. However, it’s really important to look at…

JUWAI IQI  – MORE THAN 80% OF GEN Z BUY CONDOS, WHILE OLDER  MALAYSIANS STILL FAVOUR LANDED HOMES Kuala Lumpur (1st September 2025) — Where you live says a lot about you, according to a new  analysis of more than 127,000, which reveals that more than four out of five Gen Z buyers are  choosing…

EPF’s Retirement Income Adequacy (RIA) Framework. What is this? When we retire, we hope to have an ‘adequate’ life. What is adequate may be different to everyone. Maybe this is the minimum necessity? We should have enough for meals (no skipping meals), enough for maybe a holiday of a few days in some places in…

Property prices keep rising, why not just build more units to push prices down? Just a question of demand versus supply, right? Is property demand all about demand and supply? If prices are dropping, stop building, then prices should stabilize. if prices are rising, just build more so that people have more choices and does…

The accident not my fault, can I claim insurance and NCD remains intact? My first thought was, no. Of course not. If it’s a small one, just fix it and pay for it and just continue to enjoy the NCD discount. Apparently, this is not the case. As long as it is NOT our fault…

TROPICANA ANNOUNCES ITS H1 FY2025 RESULTS, RECORDING RM590.5 MILLION REVENUE ● For the financial period ending 30 June 2025, the Group recorded a revenue of RM590.5 million.  ● Tropicana’s financial position continues to improve, with gross gearing level reduced from  0.43 times as of 31 December 2024 to 0.42 times as of 30 June 2025.   ●…

EPF News: RM15 billion withdrawal from Account 3 is not good news This is the purpose for Account 3: “The Akaun Fleksibel offers you the convenience to access savings at any time to address emergencies and immediate needs, subject to terms and conditions. It is important to use this facility wisely and responsibly when making…

Press Release: PropertyGuru Malaysia Launches PropertyGuru Verified Badge to Strengthen Trust & Security in the Property Market With endorsement from PDRM, MIEA, and IMPAC, PropertyGuru introduces an enhanced verification feature to give property seekers greater confidence when engaging with agents on its platform. Kuala Lumpur, 20 August 2025 – PropertyGuru Malaysia, the country’s leading property…

Lifetime Achievement Award 2025 Erick Kho Ying Tian (E1858) IQI Realty Sdn Bhd (E(1)1584) Real Estate Agent Of The Year 2025 Teh Young Khean (E2211, PM0862, V0862) Knight Frank Real Estate Sdn Bhd (E(1)2112) Real Estate Negotiator Of The Year 2025 Eva Tan Yee Hwa (REN08416) Esprit Estate Agent Sdn Bhd (E(1)1448/11) Real Estate Firm…

Mah Sing pays RM260 million for land within KLCC. How big is this piece? Land is definitely the best real estate investment. One main reason? It does not grow except if we reclaim them from the sea. These days, it’s becoming more expensive and usually, when a developer buys a piece of land and paying…

Property Investment 101: You hate that property last year, will you like the same property this year?? I was speaking in REHDA Selangor’s MAPEX (Malaysia Property Expo) and I guess the crowd was pretty okay or maybe my sharing was okay? Haha. Does not matter, as long as people have gained from my sharing. I…

PAVILION KL THE ONLY MALL IN PENINSULAR MALAYSIA TO WIN DIANPING’S POPULAR STORES IN THE SHOPPING MALL 2025 AWARD International recognition from China’s leading lifestyle platform reinforces Pavilion KL’s status as a premier destination for Chinese tourists. KUALA LUMPUR, 8 AUGUST 2025 – Pavilion Kuala Lumpur has been honoured with Dianping’s Popular Stores in the…

Media Release: PropertyGuru Launches ‘Everyone Welcome’ Tag to Support Inclusive Renting in Malaysia PropertyGuru Malaysia marks Merdeka Day & Malaysia Day with the launch of its Everyone Welcome tag and a new brand film, ‘Jauh Galaksi, Dekat di Hati’, reinforcing its commitment to inclusion, fairness, and the shared experience of home. Kuala Lumpur, 12 August…

IKON @ CENTRIO COMES ALIVE AS THE NEW COMMERCIAL HEART OF SEREMBAN 2Growth Momentum Continues with IKON Residences Launching Q3 2025 IKON @ Centrio, the newest commercial catalyst within the award-winning Seremban 2 township, has officially commenced its handover to purchasers. Delivered in carefully staged phases to ensure standards are upheld, the handover marks the…

MRTA vs MLTA. Which is cheaper, which is better? We need protection for our property investment too! We buy insurance to protect us and to ensure our loved ones are protected. Well, when we buy a property, we need to also buy insurance for it so that if something happens to us, our loved ones…

TROPICANA HONOURED WITH TWO PRESTIGIOUS AWARDS AT THE 20TH HUBEXO ASIA AWARDS 2025 • Tropicana was honoured with the Top 10 Developers Award 2025 and was further recognised with the  prestigious Elite Asia Awards bestowed to developers who have demonstrated consistent excellence  and won 10 or more awards.  • This is Tropicana’s 12th win as…

GEN RISE: THE FASTEST-RISING STAR IN JB 100% sold-out since launch marks a bold new chapter in city living by Majestic Gen Johor Bahru, a city known as Malaysia’s exclusive gateway to Singapore, is amid a monumental economic transformation. With a rapidly growing urban population, exponential infrastructure advancements, and increasing international connectivity, Johor Bahru has…

TROPICANA METROPARK COLLABORATES WITH E-HAILING SERVICE PROVIDER KUMMUTE  • Tropicana Metropark has collaborated with e-hailing service provider Kummute to provide all residents  and visitors with transport to additional stops between SouthPlace Shoppes, Tropicana Metropark,  SS15 LRT Station, Subang Parade, and USJ Heights.  • Using an 11-seater Toyota HiAce, this service will be on a trial run…

Property Investment 101: Vacancy Tax – Scary or Necessary? What is Vacancy Tax? This is a tax on homeowners who owns a property but is NOT staying in it or is NOT renting it out etc. In other words, left empty and thus considered an unproductive asset. So, if it’s unproductive, you will be taxed…

Charles is Founder of kopiandproperty.com He writes from his investment experience for the the past 20 years in investments including property, stock, unit trust and more as well as readings and conversations with many property gurus in the industry. kopiandproperty.com is an independent property blog which is not affiliated to any media company, property developer…

13th Malaysia Plan 2026 – 2030. The numbers I personally like. Let’s face the facts. When things are not planned, we are planning to fail. Failure to plan is Planning to Fail. Even for our own career and relationships, we need to strategize and plan ahead so that we have some ideas how to work…

EPF’s Q1 2025 investment income drops by double digits EPF’s returns are high by any standard especially in these few years where things are more uncertain. Take a look at the returns as below: Image source: https://theedgemalaysia.com/node/748389 EPF cannot escape what is happening in the world However with so much uncertainty, it is inevitable that…

Most of everyone will NOT have RM240,000 in EPF when they retire. What about you? Never ending studies and research and it’s showing the same result We have heard this similar story many times from different studies. Generally, what it says is that we do not have enough money to retire. Gloomy but this will…

Property Investment 101: 10 easier signs to look for when deciding on the property to buy If we intend to buy a property, what are the signs we should look for? Nope, that sales person selling you the property who predicted the property price will double will NOT be around when your property price does…

RTS JB – SG: ICQ complex structural completion Recently, I was the chairperson for Malaysia Land Conference 2025. Photo below. Try and find me? During the Question and Answer session, a question was asked about the properties in Iskandar, Johor and what would happen to them since there are so many thousands of units. First…

TROPICANA ALAM EMBODIES THE TRUE SPIRIT OF UNITY WITH A MUHIBBAH RUN & ATTRACTED MORE THAN 3,000 PARTICIPANTS • Tropicana Alam hosted a Muhibbah Run, attracting more than 3,000 enthusiastic runners to its show  village at Puncak Alam.  • Turning the event into a vibrant celebration of fitness and togetherness, the 362-acre township also  unveiled its…

8 Real Property Pitfalls That Could Sabotage Your Investment? When it comes to property investment, many things could go wrong. Usually, the main reason is because we just do not have enough knowledge and we jumped straight in to buy that first super attractive property and we thought things are super simple since this is…

MRT3 Circle Line: Buy, Buy and Buy? Push up property price? Increase in property price First of all, many things could push up property prices. Think periods of 2008 all the way to 2013. The years when everyone thought prices could go up forever and developers launching as if there’s no tomorrow. The years when…

ASEAN: How big is Malaysia’s GDP by the way Who’s at the top? Where is Malaysia? Where GDP numbers are concerned, Malaysia is just ranked 6th out of 11 countries. Seems small, right? We are smaller than countries like the Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, Singapore and our giant in ASEAN; Indonesia. Just need to note though…

MAJESTIC AMAN: A HOME DESIGNED FOR EVERY CHAPTER Majestic Gen Launches Majestic Aman, Expanding Its Vision for Thoughtful Family Living in Northern Malaysia As Penang mainland continues to evolve as a destination for family living and long-term value, Majestic Gen takes its next confident step forward with Majestic Aman, a thoughtfully envisioned freehold residential and…

Just some positive news for Malaysia #5 The whole Malaysia was talking about the free RM100… the cheaper petrol… the extra holiday and the no increase in toll. I think it’s a great feel good factor. Well, it’s beyond just these yeah. There are many other good news about Malaysia too which I am sharing…

Let’s use Buy Now Pay Later for fried chicken too! How many Malaysians buy things now and pay later? BNPL is a worry. BNPL is common these days but fried chicken too? We buy many things by debt. Homes, cars, mobile phones (that super expensive brand) and virtually everything is now BNPL (Buy Now Pay…

Every Malaysian adult will get RM100 each and more. Enjoy! Just gotten this in my group WhatsApp. Note – whatever is from What’s app we must also do some research yeah. Here’s the link to NST. I am very sure you would have gotten it too. After all, it’s money, free money for every Malaysian…

GEN SPHERE EMERGES IN  JOHOR BAHRU AS A NEW SYMBOL OF FUTURE LIVING In a city that is entering a transformative new phase of growth, Majestic Gen is unveiling Gen Sphere, a landmark freehold serviced apartment that reflects the new energy of Johor Bahru. Spanning 1.25 acres of prime land with a Gross Development Value…

TROPICANA CENANG PHASES 1 & 2 CELEBRATE 100% TAKE-UP & TOPPING OFF MILESTONE • Tropicana Cenang celebrated another milestone for its award-winning phases 1 & 2 – Assana Serviced  Suites and Merissa Serviced Suites with a Topping Off ceremony.  • Both phases recorded 100% take-up, and to cater to market demand, the third and final phase…

Just some positive news for Malaysia #4 If you ask me why only publish good news about Malaysia, I think you should have the answer yeah. Every day, every media is trying their best to get attention by publishing “remarkable” news which are usually negative because bad news sell better. So, I do what they…

No property ownership, lose the business. (If the business does well) Two units down to one unit because rental was increased This has happened again and again and well, this morning, my wife shared with me about one particular restaurant which used to have two units is now down to just 1 unit. Why? The…

Conlay Signature Suites by E&O Offers Move-In Ready Luxury New release offers 194 premium residences with access to sky dining, themed lounges and wellness floors KUALA LUMPUR, July 17: Eastern & Oriental Berhad (E&O), in partnership with Japan’s leading real estate company, Mitsui Fudosan Group, has officially launched Conlay Signature Suites, the second and final…

Press Release: Chinese Investment Adds RM31 Billion to  Malaysia, Led by Massive Steel Plant: Juwai IQI Kuala Lumpur, 16 July 2025 – When President Xi signed semiconductor and aviation agreements while visiting Malaysia in April 2025, he set the tone for a year in which Chinese investors channelled huge investments into the country, according to never before-seen data compiled…

Potentially lower mortgage payments in the near future When interest rate rises, the mortgage rates will rise in tandem. In other words, we will have to pay a higher amount every month. Then again, if seen from the longer term context, the current rates are very low. Take a look at the chart showing the…

TROPICANA UNVEILS THE FIRST BRANDED RESIDENCES  IN JOHOR, SUPPORTED BY HOME FINANCING IN PARTNERSHIP WITH MBSB BANK  • Skypark Kepler, the first branded residences by Banyan Group in Johor, hosted the official opening of  its show units and property gallery.  • Setting this luxurious development apart is that it is part of the LIDO master plan,…

Phase One of Sime Darby Property’s SJCC East One Draws Strong Interest with 80% Take-up Within Hours of Launch Sime Darby Property continues to make a positive impact, this time with transit-oriented development SJCC East One; Homebuyer demand remains robust in Subang Jaya, with 80% of SJCC East One serviced apartments taken up; The development…

Just SOME positive news for Malaysia Malaysia is now 23rd MOST competitive country in the world (best ranking since 2020) “Malaysia has advanced 11 spots in the International Institute for Management Development (IMD) World Competitiveness Ranking (WCR) 2025 to 23rd among 69 economies, up from 34th placing last year.” Read here for the full info:…

Malaysian Homebuyers Redefine Value in a More Selective Market Shifting buyer priorities are creating new opportunities for developers to stand out with the right value proposition. By Kenneth Soh, Country Manager – Malaysia, PropertyGuru & iProperty At first glance, Malaysia’s residential property market may appear quiet, but beneath the surface, a meaningful transformation is underway:…

Press Release: TRINITY SENSORIA’S FIRST PHASE ACHIEVES 100% TAKE-UP WITHIN SIX MONTHS Developer Celebrates Strong Demand for Malaysia’s First Condominium with 5X Protection System Kuala Lumpur, 23 June 2025 – Trinity Group Sdn Bhd, a boutique property developer, has announced a 100% take-up rate for Phase 1 of its latest residential project, Trinity Sensoria, achieving…

Personal Finance 101: You bought the car because it has HIGH resale value? Someone told me some brands of car have a higher resale value. He mentioned that Japanese branded ones are better than the Continental brands. I think he is right. We just need to note that most buyers of these continental brands did…

PTPTN. When we owe someone money, we MUST pay or be “encouraged’ to pay it back If I take up a home loan and I did not pay on time, the bank is very likely to take further actions including even auctioning off my home to get back the money to pay for the loans….

Malaysia Emerges as Strategic Hub for Resilient Workspaces in Southeast Asia Knight Frank: Global corporates targeting over 100 million sq ft of new workspace – Malaysia primed to benefit amid rising demand for purpose-led real estate  50% of global occupiers plan to expand their real estate footprint within the next 3–5 years, representingdemand for…

Press Release: Malaysian-Owned The Lincoln Suites in London Among World’s Top 10% Hotels for Third Consecutive Year Eastern & Oriental Berhad (E&O), the lifestyle property developer and hospitality group, today announced that The Lincoln Suites, its hospitality asset in Central London, has once again been recognised with the Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award, marking its third…

Press Release: Juwai IQI Report: Home Rents Stabilise in Good News for Affordability Kuala Lumpur, 10 June 2025 – New data from Juwai IQI shows average rents declined or stabilised across most market segments in Q1 2025. That is good news for renters and affordability, according to remarks released today by Juwai IQI Co-Founder and…

Are we living comfortably? Look at Median Age, Median Income, Median Rental. Just wanted to let everyone know that all the articles written by me here in kopiandproperty.com is by me and NOT by AI and I am proud of it. I love reading. I love traveling and well, I love looking at numbers too….

Press Release: SUNWAY PROPERTY TOPS OFF SUNWAY D’HILL RESIDENCES AT 85% COMPLETION, BRINGING FOREST LIVING CLOSER TO REALITY IN KOTA DAMANSARA Blending forest-side tranquillity with urban convenience, the 976-unit development is slated for completion in Q2 2026 with 70% of residential units already taken up. Selangor, 22 May 2025 — Master Community Developer Sunway Property,…

PLAY YOUR WAY UP WITH TROPICANA’S UPGRADE CAMPAIGN  • Level up the way you live with Tropicana as we bring to you our UPgrade Campaign, offering  UPstanding deals such as stylish furnishings, smart home essentials and financing solutions, making  homeownership easier.  • Running from now till 31 December 2025, visit http://www.upgrade.tropicanacorp.com.my to sign up and  start…

Property Investment 101: Interest Rates must interest you too In case you are wondering if today’s figure for interest rate is high or low, well the answer is, it’s low in comparison to history. Take a look. Then there’s this article: “BNM likely to cut rates in 2025 amid growth concerns; timing uncertain — economists”…

TROPICANA WINS FIVE AWARDS INCLUDING THE TOP 10 DEVELOPER AT THE STARPROPERTY AWARDS 2025 • Tropicana won 5 awards at the 10th StarProperty Real Estate Developer Awards 2025 and was named  one of the Top 10 Developers in the country.  • This is the Group’s 9th consecutive win at the prestigious awards since its inception…

TROPICANA METROPARK WELCOMES MERCATO AS ANCHOR TENANT AT SOUTHPLACE SHOPPES • Tropicana Metropark has welcomed upscale grocers – Mercato as its anchor tenant covering  21,069 sq ft at SouthPlace Shoppes, adding further vibrancy to Subang Jaya.  • Located on level LG, the 12th Mercato outlet in Malaysia offers shoppers a local and international  selection with…

INSIGHTS FROM JUWAI IQI CEO – ASEAN SUMMIT COULD DELIVER HUNDREDS OF BILLIONS OF RINGGIT IN  BENEFITS TO MALAYSIA   Kuala Lumpur, 22 May 2025 – This month’s ASEAN Summit might be a hassle for  drivers in Kuala Lumpur, but the agreements that result could deliver hundreds of  billions of ringgit to Malaysia’s economy and real…

TROPICANA APPOINTS SKIDMORE, OWINGS & MERRILL TO LEAD LIDO WATERFRONT BOULEVARD TRANSFORMATION IN JOHOR  Property developer Tropicana Corporation Berhad (“Tropicana” or  “Group”) announces the appointment of globally acclaimed architecture, engineering and urban  planning firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (“SOM”), to lead the transformation of the 163-acre Lido  Waterfront Boulevard (“LIDO”) masterplan in Johor. This strategic partnership…

Myra Unveils Alam Impian’s Most Exclusive Township with Malaysia’s First Developer-Backed Renovation Financing The 70-acre Myra Tenuman township introduces premium landed homes, a placemaking vision, and a first-of-its-kind financing collaboration with RHB Bank Selangor, May 14: Myra, the residential brand under Oriental Interest Berhad (OIB), is making its most significant entry yet into Shah Alam…

PropertyGuru’s Sustainability Report 2024 Charts Progress on Inclusive Listings, Sustainable Living Choices, and Decarbonisation According to a PropertyGuru 2024 survey, 83% of Malaysians are willing to pay a premium for a home with sustainable features, with 77% factoring climate risks into property decisions ‘Everyone Welcome’ tag recently launched in Malaysia, promoting inclusive rental listings across…

Launch of Taman Tasik Ardea Supports the Aspirations for Affordable Housing Outlined in Perak Sejahtera 2030 Ipoh, Perak – 3 May 2025 – Majuperak Holdings Berhad (MHB), a subsidiary of Perbadanan Kemajuan Negeri Perak (PKNPk), today launched its latest housing project, Taman Tasik Ardea, a planned residential community located in the district of Sungai Terap,…

TROPICANA UPLANDS HITS TWO MILESTONES WITH 100%  TAKE-UP FOR BOTH COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL PHASES Covering 313 acres, Tropicana Uplands is fast becoming a highly  sought after address in Gelang Patah, Johor. It stands as one of Tropicana Corporation Berhad’s  (“Tropicana”) landmark townships that is designed with sustainability at its core. This integrated  development offers a…

Hard Rock Cafe Genting Highlands Opens Its Doors on 30th April Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia, (30TH April 2025) – The wait is over! Hard Rock Cafe Genting Highlands is now officially open to the public, within the iconic Grand Ion Majestic (GIM) bringing its signature blend of rock ‘n’ roll energy, world-renowned dining, and electrifying…

Press Release: Wellness Starts at Home: TuJu Residences Redefines Urban Living In a city that never slows down, TuJu Wellness Weekend offered a gentle invitation to pause, breathe, and reflect on what it truly means to live well. Over two enriching days, the TuJu Sales Gallery was transformed into a peaceful sanctuary filled with movement,…

IJM LAND: SOREN AT SURIA HILL ACHIEVES 80% TAKE-UP RATE Once considered a quiet township on the periphery of Klang Valley, Bandar Puncak Alam has been undergoing a powerful transformation. The township has evolved into a dynamic growth corridor, supported by infrastructure upgrades, expanding amenities, and undeniable interest from homebuyers seeking a lifestyle that optimally…

CREAM OF THE CROP: BATIQ EPITOMISE THE BEST OF S2 HEIGHTS AMAN Seremban 2 was once a sprawling 3,800-acre agricultural land brimming with potential. In 1995, IJM Land saw the opportunity and took bold steps to create an integrated, self-sustaining township. Today, it is a flourishing community where nature and modern living come together, reflecting…

When can we take the train from Kota Bharu to Gombak at ETS speed? Not too distant future! Connectivity enhances productivity and economic activities. More economic activities would mean more money lah. Perhaps this can also be a catalyst for properties along the train stations. So, would ECRL be positive for the property market then?…

Tariffs to boost property market? Well, if the tariffs will dampen the consumer sentiment, then demand for goods and services will fall. This means the economy will slow down. No more multiplier effects to the economy since lower demand means lower production. In other words, less workers are needed. Thus, fewer people may have enough…

Liberation Day for US but it’s Slowing Down Day for Malaysia ahead I do still want to think that the tariffs will not affect Malaysia as much as some other countries where their exports can be easily replaced by other countries. Or they lack the number of US companies based there. The reason is because…

Tariffs from Trump may lead to 50,000 job losses in Malaysia? Liberation Day by President Donald Trump This was the list of all the countries (top ones) which will get hit by the Liberation Day by US President Donald Trump. The country with the HIGHEST new tariff among the more advanced ASEAN countries would be…

TROPICANA METROPARK CELEBRATES QUALITY HANDOVER  OF SOUTHPLACE WITH HIGH QLASSIC SCORE OF 85% • Tropicana Metropark celebrates the handover of vacant possession for SouthPlace Residences to its’ happy homeowners recording a Quality Assessment System in Construction score of 85%. • Jubilant homeowners took vacant possession of their serviced residences within the award-winning  self-sustained satellite integrated township…

Press Release: Malaysia’s Rental Market Hits Five-Year High   Malaysia’s rental market hit a five-year high in Q4 2024, according  to the latest IQI Malaysia Home Rental Index report, released today by real estate giant IQI.   The Malaysia Home Rental Index by IQI analyses nearly 100,000 residential rental transactions  since 2018. It is the only comprehensive…

TROPICANA’S FESTIVE CERIA RAYA CAMPAIGN OFFERS MORE THAN RM50 MILLION IN EXCITING RAYA DEALS • Tropicana is offering more than RM50 million in green Raya packets and other deals to property  buyers during this festive season with its Ceria Raya Campaign running from now until 30 April  2025.  • In conjunction with Raya, Tropicana produced a…

Convert leasehold to freehold. Somehow response is ‘lukewarm’? Jumping for joy, maybe? If the government allows you to convert your leasehold land to freehold, would you be rushing to the land office like right now? I am very sure many would be jumping with joy and quickly make the necessary arrangements (including preparing money for…

Press Release: The PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in Partnership with iProperty return with 23 new categories in 2025 KUALA LUMPUR, Mar 10, 2025 – (ACN Newswire) – The PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty return for their 12th edition in 2025 with more categories than ever before. Part of the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards…

Fresh graduates should not have a credit card?! Do fresh graduates live within their means? Actually, my long time friend told me many years ago that when we graduate, it is highly likely that we would not be able to save much for the first few years. He is partially right. If we are in…

CEREMONIAL GROUNDBREAKING MARKS BEGINNING OF  BREEZE HILL SHOPPES & SERVICE APARTMENTS IN GENTING  HIGHLANDS  • Tropicana unveils its latest integrated development in Genting Highlands, with the introduction of the modern Breeze Hill Shoppes & Service Apartments.  • A ceremonial groundbreaking was held to mark the beginning of this signature project together with its appointed main…

Juwai IQI: Data Centers, Logistics, and Housing Demand to Fuel Malaysia’s Real Estate Sector in 2H 2025 Kuala Lumpur, 4 March 2025— The Malaysian property market should maintain its surprisingly strong performance through the rest of 2025, according to remarks released today by Juwai IQI Co- Founder and Group CEO Kashif Ansari. “The real estate…

• Tropicana Grandhill hosted a TwinPines Bonanza Grand Draw event rewarding its TwinPines  Serviced Suites purchasers who made the purchase during its campaign period last year. • Guests were treated to a lion dance, drum performance, light refreshments, mini games and a  lucky draw where 15 prizes and a grand prize of a TwinPines Studio…

Property market 2024? Transactions and Prices, Up or Down yeah? The below two charts on the Malaysia property market were shared to me by a great industry friend, Henry Heng. In my personal opinion, he is an amazing person who always share using lots of numbers. He is also able to analyze matters and share…

Twin-WOW. Self-contribution is high, EPF dividend is high. In my WhatsApp group of a few very successful people and speakers, this was posted. I meant the image below showing EPF dividends over many years. I think the whole Malaysia, especially all the working people already know this happy news. When analysts say it is going…

Press Release: IOI Properties Group Continue to Demonstrate Resilience Amid Headwinds  ▪ 6M FY2025 Overall Revenue Grew by 13% to RM1.42 billion  ▪ 53% Growth in Property Investment Segment Revenue  ▪ Hospitality and Leisure Segment Continue Capitalising on Tourism Activities  Putrajaya – IOI Properties Group Berhad (“IOIPG” or “Group”) registered a revenue of RM1.42 billion…

PRESS RELEASE : SUNWAY BERHAD POSTS PROFIT BEFORE TAX OF RM1.5 BILLION WITH RECORD-HIGH REVENUE OF RM7.9 BILLION FOR FY2024 Sunway Berhad (“Sunway” or “Group”) today announced its fourth quarter financial results for the financial year ended 31 December 2024 (“Q4 FY2024”). Sunway Berhad achieved a record-high financial performance in FY2024 since its listing on…

EPF’s dividend is going to be quite a wow it seems The higher the merrier, of course This piece of news did not come from me. The prediction must come from some analyst with lots of data which he / she could refer to in order to make such a prediction. I do not have…

No population growth… then who will buy property… Peak population for the most populated countries today As per the latest stats from visualcapitalist.com, there are countries which has reached the peak population yeah. For example, China with 1.4 billion population reached the peak in 2021. Brazil will reach peak population by 2042 while India will…

Stellaris @ Riana Dutamas, A Defining Moment for Urban Living Segambut, once a quiet, non-descript suburb in Kuala Lumpur, has undergone a truly remarkable evolution into a thriving urban enclave. Strategically positioned near Mont Kiara, Solaris Dutamas, and a quick commute to the city centre, this vibrant neighbourhood now stands as one of Kuala Lumpur’s…

TROPICANA GARDENS DIANTHUS SERVICED RESIDENCES  ACHIEVES GREEN BUILDING CERTIFICATION • Tropicana Gardens Dianthus Serviced Residences was recently presented with the Green  Building Index (“GBI”) Silver rating certificate.   • The development must complete a list of green requirements, verified and approved by the GBI appointed consultants.  • As a sustainable township planner, Tropicana continues its green…

Malaysia Makes Progress on Affordable Housing: IQI Kuala Lumpur, 18 February 2025 — New data from IQI reveals that Malaysia is an ASEAN leader in successfully expanding access to affordable housing, according to new data compiled for the first time by IQI and released today by the company’s Co-Founder and Group CEO, Kashif Ansari. According…

Press Release: Malaysia’s Prime Office Market Faces Headwinds, But Bright Spots Emerge Region poised for significant changes in 2025, with a 7% increase in prime Grade A office space expected KUALA LUMPUR, 11 FEBRUARY 2025 – The Asia-Pacific office market faced notable headwinds in 2024, with prime office rents declining by 1.6% for the year,…

TROPICANA MIYU ACHIEVED 3 KEY MILESTONES – 100% SOLD OUT, TIMELY COMPLETION & HIGH QLASSIC SCORE  • Launched in 2020, Tropicana Miyu celebrated 3 key milestones recording a strong 100% take-up,  timely completion with ongoing VP handover, and a high 85% QLASSIC score.  • 271 happy homeowners were contacted to the handover of vacant possession process held…

Ladies… perhaps a gift for the guy? (hoping my wife sees this too…) Video Game Arcades – An Investment, right? Hands up, who has gone and ‘invested’ time, money and effort in video arcades when this was a trend? It was not as brightly-lit. Some of my favourite games include Samurai Showdown… My favourite character…

Can property price in my area keep rising? My personal wish has always for 1-2 percent rise in properties I own every year. A 2% increase for a RM500,000 property is still RM10,000 per year. Okay lah. To earn RM10,000 from FD, we need to put RM300,000 into the bank yeah. I wonder how many…

How much is your cup of latte in 2025? On a daily basis, I drink 2 cups of coffee on average. It used to be one Starbucks in the morning and another 3 in 1 in the afternoon. These days, I do not drink either anymore. Starbucks is because I feel the price is just…

TROPICANA VOTED AS ONE OF THE BEST DEVELOPERS – BAGGING THE PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD AT THE PUTRA ARIA BRAND 2024 Tropicana is pleased to be named as one of the best developers, winning Gold for The People’sChoice Award at the recent Putra Aria Brand Awards 2024. This is the developer’s third consecutive win and its…

JPPH: 3Q 2024 has highest residential property transactions in 10 years! Number of residential property transactions more accurate sign than our friend’s prediction Until today, I continue to have many friends who continue to tell me bad news about the property market. Too many high-rise units… (as if developers can keep building landed units and…

Property Investment 101: Mortgage is RM2000 and rental is RM2000. Rent or sell? Make your own decision yeah, below is just numbers for your reference The first thing we need to know if we intend to sell a property is why do we want to sell in the first place. We may need to sell…

Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) update. What is the latest happening with regards to JS-SEZ? Is it still going strongly? Okay, let’s be direct. There are certainly no ground breaking for any JS-SEZ based new manufacturing plants yet. There are also no job creations due to JS-SEZ yet. The reason is because it has not…

LRT Mutiara Line Penang has 21 stations. Are you ready? Building the LRT is an important step, taking it will determine its success Frankly, I am not that confident that most Penangites would take the LRT, even those staying along the stations. Stop using Singapore or Hong Kong as a benchmark even if both of…

Property Investment 101: 7 reasons why we will fail to buy a property “Propertyless” is perfectly fine okay, stop believing sales people telling you their property is must-buy Not everyone loves to buy a property. Many of my friends remain “propertyless”. Many of them are doing fine and I think with or without a property,…

Private investigator checking if your sick leave is real? When I read this news, I thought this must be some online humor. Then again, it’s not April Fool’s Day yet. So, I went to google and below are all the different media links to this piece of actual and real news. Briefly, there are companies…

Property Investment 101: Just get ready a minimum of RM600,000 if you do not like to buy a property. Period. If anyone tells you to skip property investment totally… These days, there are many personal finance experts in the market. Some do video, some write and somehow for many of them, their advice is always…

Media Release: E&O Berhad Unveils Maris – A New Standard in Waterfront Living PENANG, January 15: Eastern & Oriental Berhad (E&O), Malaysia’s premier lifestyle developer, revealed its latest waterfront residence, Maris. Located within the vibrant Gurney Green district on Andaman Island, Maris epitomises marina-inspired living and will offer residents a unique blend of urban convenience…

Property Investment 101: REIT aka Real Estate Investment Trust can be trusted? Property investment is too risky Too many people have told me that property investment is too risky. They also have no time to read so many articles in kopiandproperty.com and it just take too much time and effort. They are right. Property investment,…

Media Release: THE MET CORPORATE TOWERS REDEFINE CORPORATE SPACES WITH INNOVATIVE 3RD SPACE CONCEPT First Grade-A Strata Office in KL Metropolis Leads the Way in Work-Leisure Integration Kuala Lumpur, 17 January 2025 – The MET Corporate Towers (The MET), developed by Triterra, stands as a groundbreaking addition to Malaysia’s commercial skyline, redefining corporate spaces through an…

OVER 130 LEADING DEVELOPERS AND DESIGN PRACTICES FROM ACROSS ASIA GATHER IN BANGKOK FOR FINALE OF 2024 AWARDS SERIES BANGKOK, Thailand — The 19th Annual PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final, supported by V-ZUG Thailand, today revealed the region’s finest real estate and outstanding developers at The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok.  The…

Hong Kong has New Capital Investment Entrant Scheme to attract investors. Are you the one? Investors do love to invest. Question is where? Sometimes, you (as in governments all over the world who wants to grow the economy) just have to keep thinking of new ways to attract investors who has not yet considered your…

Press Release by Juwai IQI : Malaysia Increases Foreign Homebuyer Lead Over Asean Competitors, Investment To Climb in 2025 Malaysia has maintained its advantage against regional  competitors in the competition for international property investment, according to insights released  today by global property firm Juwai IQI.   Kashif Ansari, the company’s Co-Founder and Group CEO said, “The…

Press Release: Sunway Property Unveils RM 150 million GDV Serene Villas in its Thriving Sunway Wellesley Master-Planned Community Master Community Developer Sunway Property has officially launched Serene Villas, the latest addition to the thriving Sunway Wellesley master-planned community. The GreenRE-certified townhome development combines sustainable designs with exclusive clubhouse facilities, thoughtfully crafted for multigenerational living in…

Over the past decade, IJM Rimbayu has materialised from an initial ambitious vision into a dynamic township that epitomises the future of suburban living. Home to over 15,000 residents, with 5,347 residential units launched (and nearly readied 4,663 units handed over), IJM Rimbayu has transformed into a vibrant ecosystem where families flourish, businesses thrive, and…

Tropicana & Banyan Group Sign Agreement To Build Skypark Kepler Branded Residences In Lido Waterfront Boulevard • Tropicana signed its first residential project with Banyan Group to build Skypark Kepler, the first  and most luxurious branded residences at the 163-acre Lido Waterfront Boulevard township in  Johor.  • Skypark Kepler will offer global benefits by the…

Property Prices are rising again or the culprit is actually the salary rising too slowly? Do you feel that the property price is already too high? Double storey landed terrace homes starting from close to RM1 million? Must be a joke inside a dream, maybe? Well, in some areas, this same property is now RM1.6…

[Branded] TuJu Residences : Holistic Living In The Heart Of Segambut’s Thriving Wellness Hub Developed by Distinctive World Sdn Bhd, TuJu Residences & Retail at KL Duta North in Segambut is redefining urban living and enhancing the community experience. Positioned within the Kuala Lumpur City Plan 2040 (PTKL 2040), TuJu Residences offers a tremendous value…

Tropicana Aman Wins FIABCI’S Best Housing Masterplan 2024 In Malaysia Tropicana Aman, the holistic development by Tropicana  Corporation Berhad (“Tropicana” or “Group”), is named the Best Housing Masterplan in  Malaysia at the FIABCI Malaysia Property Award 2024. This is a pinnacle achievement for  Tropicana Aman, a resort-style, community-focused township located on 863 acres of premium…

ViO Banj’ran by IJM Land has achieved a remarkable 60% take-up rate since its launch on 23rd Jan 2024, affirming its position as the premier eco-conscious sanctuary for discerning homeowners. Nestled in the tranquil heights of Seremban 2, this exceptional development reconfigures the essence of luxury living for the modern world, harmoniously blending a prestigious…

Conlay By E&O Celebrates Topping-Out Ceremony E&O and Mitsui Fudosan Celebrate Conlay Topping-Out Ceremony, Marking a Milestone in Luxury Urban Living. Eastern & Oriental Berhad (E&O), in collaboration with Mitsui Fudosan Group, recently celebrated a major milestone in the construction of Conlay, its luxury 51-storey serviced residence, with a topping-out ceremony.  The topping-out ceremony marked…

Media Release: PAVILION REIT EXPANDS PORTFOLIO WITH RM480 MILLION ACQUISITION OF ICONIC KUALA LUMPUR HOTELS Kuala Lumpur, 5 December 2024: Pavilion Real Estate Investment Trust (Pavilion REIT) has announced the proposed acquisitions of two prestigious hospitality assets in Kuala Lumpur, the Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur (BTKL) and Pavilion Hotel Kuala Lumpur (PHKL), in a landmark…

IJM Land Brings Fun and Wholesome Goodness to Families with Upin Ipin Fun Run, Alam Suria Carnival, and Soren Show House Preview Bandar Alam Suria was a hive of vibrant community events in November, including the residents and visitors coasting on their best at the Upin Ipin Fun Run, and having a whale of a…

Tropicana Introduces Fraser Heights The Latest Landed Phase At Tropicana Uplands Johor • Tropicana Uplands hosted a soft launch event introducing Fraser Heights, the latest landed residential phase, which attracted more than 1,000 visitors.  • Tropicana Uplands, the 313-acre sustainable township in Johor, offers work-live-learn-shop-play  components with excellent connectivity to five major highways.   • The…

Press Release: Experience The Magic Of Christmas At Battersea Power Station ● Battersea Power Station will transform once again into London’s most magical destination this festive period with sparkling lights, Christmas trees galore, supersized decorations and the highly anticipated return of the capital’s only riverside ice rink, Boots presents Glide at Battersea Power Station.  ●…

EPF Flexible Account: 3.86 million members have less money for their future (compounded…) Are we worried that we may not have enough money when we retire in the future? I personally think EPF money is for the time when we no longer have income. That’s why it’s best not to touch it unless it’s for…

Press Release: Final Stretch: Completion Of Savvy @ Riana Dutamas And Vacant Possession Convenience, Privacy and Community Living in Kuala Lumpur with Savvy and soon Stellaris Savvy @ Riana Dutamas, a vibrant and thoughtfully designed development by IJM Land and FCW Holdings Berhad, has reached a significant milestone by completing its serviced residences ahead of…

Press Release: Singapore, Australia, Japan and Malaysia lead the rankings as Asia-Pacific’s leading lifestyle and investment hotspots according to Knight Frank’s “Quality Life-ing” Report KUALA LUMPUR, 27 November 2024 – Knight Frank’s “Quality Life-ing” Report has identified Asia-Pacific as a premier lifestyle and investment destination, with Singapore standing out for individuals considering relocation. In our…

Tropicana Posts RM877.8 Million Revenue In Q3 FY2024 ● For the financial period ended 30 September 2024, the Group recorded a revenue of RM877.8  million.  ● Tropicana’s financial position continues to improve, with gross gearing level reduced from 0.74 times as of 31 December 2023 to 0.70 times as of 30 September 2024. ● The…

Press Release: IOI Properties Group Maintains Resilience Amid Headwinds  ▪ Q1 FY2025 Overall Revenue Grew by 6% to RM688 million  ▪ 52% Growth in Property Investment Segment Revenue  ▪ Hospitality & Leisure Segment Turned Profitable  Putrajaya – IOI Properties Group Berhad (“IOIPG” or “Group”) registered a revenue of RM687.9 million for  the first quarter of…

Press Release: Redefining Luxury Living: Lightwater Residences at The Light City IJM Land proudly presents Lightwater Residences, epitomising the pinnacle of exclusive waterfront living in Penang as a distinguished integrated development within The Light City.  Located in one of the island’s most coveted areas, Lightwater Residences offers a luxurious lifestyle proposition with unrivalled access to…

EPF’s 2024 shariah savings dividend may beat conventional savings. We know EPF is doing exceptionally well thus far for 2024. Earlier article here: EPF’s Dividends may be higher! Way better than the 2023. Thus, expectations is that there is a possibility to exceed 6 percent dividends for 2024. I know, we could not touch the…

Lower Interest Rates means Higher Property Transactions? This morning, I was invited to give a talk to one whole big group of seasoned property investors. So, I did not talk about how to invest because maybe most of them may be even more experienced than me. I spoke about all the macro happenings which could…

Media Release: IPC Shopping Centre Celebrates Its 21 st Anniversary with the Unveiling of “The Lagom Life, It’s Just Right” Marking over two decades of community spirit, IPC unveils new experiences, tenants, and prizes worth over RM21,000 Kuala Lumpur, 20 November 2024 – IPC Shopping Centre is thrilled to commemorate its 21 st anniversary with…

Press Release: E&O Group Unveils Andaman Island Masterplan A New Chapter in Penang’s Sustainable Property Landscape Eastern & Oriental Berhad (E&O), Malaysia’s premier lifestyle property developer, today announced its masterplan for Andaman Island, an ambitious, first-of-its-kind development in Malaysia. With an estimated Gross Development Value (GDV) of RM 60 billion, this masterplan reflects over 30…

Tropicana Unveils Its First Luxurious & Branded Residence, The Skypark Kepler By Banyan Group In Lido Waterfront Boulevard, Johor • Tropicana unveils its first luxurious and branded residence, the Skypark Kepler by Banyan Group in the RM80 billion-ringgit township, 163-acre Lido Waterfront Boulevard.  • Strategically located on premium reclaimed land, this is the first residential…

Media Release: Sunway Property Secures RM42 Million in Sales for Final Landed Homes in Sunway City Ipoh Prior to Launch Sunway City Ipoh, Nov 15 – Sunway Property, the Master Community Developer, achieved RM42 million in sales at a pre-launch event for Sunway Bayu, the final landed home series within its award-winning Sunway City Ipoh…

Media Release: STRONG OUTLOOK FOR TERRACED HOUSES IN 2025: EXPERT Kuala Lumpur, 13 November 2024 — Industry experts expect Terrace houses to perform well in 2025, according to new insights released today by Irhamy Ahmad MRICS, Chartered Valuation Surveyor and CEO and Founder of Irhamy Valuers International, a part of Juwai IQI. “We expect up…

Starting pay of RM4,000 for an engineer? Johor has it. Someone told me that the salary of RM4,000 is not a lot. In fact if the engineer were to earn S$2,800 in Singapore, that’s already over RM9,000 if converted into RM. Well, this person earning S$ would have to stay in a small room inside…

Gen Starz Residences: Where Heritage Meets The Future A Vibrant Fusion of Tradition and Contemporary Living on Old Klang Road Old Klang Road is one of Kuala Lumpur’s most vibrant and historic thoroughfares. It has long been a dynamic hub of energy, where the established rich texture of the community is infused with a new…

Media Release: Asia-Pacific prime office rents stabilise in Q3 2024, signaling market resilience amid global uncertainties  The influx of multinational companies seeking regional headquarters in KL is contributing to amore competitive office landscape, boosting overall occupancy rates and rental values inprime locations. India’s key markets Mumbai and Bengaluru lead regional growth, with record-breakingvolumes Cities…

Tropicana Begins Construction On Lido Waterfront Boulevard In Johor With A Groundbreaking Ceremony For Its First Phase Branded Residence With Banyan Group, The Skypark Kepler • Lido Waterfront Boulevard, Tropicana’s latest crown jewel in Johor hosted a groundbreaking  ceremony with its main contractor, China Construction Second Engineering Corp to mark the start of  the construction…

Tropicana Alam Phase 1 Achieved 70% Take Up & Hosted Show Units Grand Opening Welcoming Over 3,600 Visitors • Tropicana Alam, Puncak Alam hosted the grand launch of Avisa Residences first phase modern terrace show units and good take-up of 70% within the first 7 months.  • In celebration of the positive take-up, Tropicana Alam…

Maybe it’s the T10 and not the T15 who will not enjoy the petrol subsidy. Are you in T10? This is something that will affect the ones who are affected daily, weekly, monthly and maybe even forever. We are talking about the petrol subsidy which is supposed to stop for certain segments of the population…

Survey: Selayang residents asking for inclusion into MRT3 Line SELAYANG, 25 th October 2024 – As traffic congestion and pollution worsen across urban centres in Malaysia, Selayang residents are rallying for the inclusion of Selayang in the MRT3 line. Leading the advocacy is developer 168 Park Selayang, which recognises the critical need for improved public…

Did you know? People are traveling 8,000km to Langkawi island. Would you fly 8,000km to go your holiday destination? Well, if the destination is somewhere I really love to go, the answer is still a yes. I just read that Langkawi has started to receive tourists from Poland. I quickly checked the distance between Poland…

Sime Darby Property Fuses Art, Nature, and Sustainability ARA DAMANSARA, 25 OCTOBER 2024 – Sime Darby Property Berhad (“Sime Darby Property” or the “Company”) is pleased to champion arts and culture as an integral component of sustainable urban development. Sime Darby Property highlights the intersection of artistic expression, sustainability, and innovative urban design within the…

Diverse achievements celebrated in 11th PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty EXPERTS AND CONSUMERS RECOGNISE EXCELLENCE IN DEVELOPMENT, DESIGN, AND ESG ACROSS 58 CATEGORIES KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — The highest achievements of the real estate industry were celebrated today at the 11th PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty, held at The…

What if subsidy is based on the car we drive and not the salary we earn? I am someone who believes subsidy has to be targeted and it’s not supposed to be for everyone because there are certainly people who do not need them. They want them (certainly) but they do not need them. Sorry,…

Opportunity to buy gold at a super heavy discount? Who is the seller? If I am offered something at a heavy discount, I would ask why is the item on offer. Perhaps it’s the perfume, they always give big discounts when the expiration is 12 months away. Perhaps it is the leather shoe, they always…

Mutiara Line Light Rail Transit. Penangites, are you ready when it’s ready? Penang’s traffic jam on first bridge is actually getting worse these days. In fact if we have a dinner appointment in Perai (mainland) and we are going to come from Greenlane towards the first bridge, please do start much earlier or our timing…

7-seater. EV. Below RM110,000. Famous brand. You still did not know? Header image from https://byd.simedarbymotors.my/models/byd-m6.html The EV we are talking about is BYD’s M6 MPEV. (their own term to describe MPV EV). It’s a 7-seater which meant that for a family of 5, there is enough space for luggages when the third row of seats…

What Happens If You Die Without a Will in Malaysia? I was the chairperson for another full-house event by Comfori. It’s their “Malaysia Property Law Conference 2024.” (image below) I learnt a lot from the speakers and one particular speaker’s topic stands out as something that I really think couples should do in advance, especially…

Budget 2025: A Commentary by PropertyGuru Malaysia We commend the government’s proactive measures outlined in Budget 2025, which clearly demonstrate a strong commitment to addressing the needs of first-time homebuyers in Malaysia. In light of affordability remaining a key concern and the continued demand for affordable housing, the government’s allocation of RM900 million for the People’s Residence…

Too much debts! Ticking time bomb for Malaysia. It’s important to note that even if we are able to pay our home loans on time, our car loans on time, our Buy Now Pay Later on time, it may not be true for everyone else. Some may struggle to pay home loans on time, car…

Malaysia Construction Sector Achieve Remarkable Growth in 2024 The Construction industry has achieved a remarkable growth in 2024 with an impressive 17.3% GDP growth as at end of September 2024, marking the first double digit growth the industry has achieved since 2014. The Prime Minister, Yang Amat Berhormat Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced this today…

So many news about T15. Who are they, really? Are they the ones earning more than RM13,000 household income? This is the news article: focusmalaysia.com This is the statement inside the article: “THE ultra-wealthy group, or T15, with household incomes exceeding RM13,000, is expected to no longer receive the RON95 fuel subsidy.” Additionally, it is…

Media Release: SUNWAY REIT SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETES MAIDEN ISSUANCE OF RM500 MILLION RATED SUSTAINABILITY – LINKED PERPETUAL SECURITIES o First ever rated perpetual securities by a REIT in Malaysia, also the first ever Sustainability-Linked Perpetual Securities in Malaysiao Widely distributed to a diverse investor base comprising asset management companies, insurance funds, financial institutions, corporates and private…

If your employer refuses to pay you higher, is that because they are bad? Every now and then some of my friends would tell me that their employers are treating them badly. Chief reason is the employer does not wish to pay them good salaries. When I asked them why are they still working there…

Kuala Lumpur (18 October 2024) — Kuala Lumpur-headquartered 27-country real estate agent network IQI, a member of Juwai IQI, celebrates Malaysia Budget 2025’s focus on efficiency and investment, according to comments released by Juwai IQI Co-Founder and Group CEO Kashif Ansari. “This is a record-setting budget, but it is focused on efficiency and investment,” Mr….

Buy now and pay later is dangerous for some people actually. Regulations coming… I always tell people that even if we could buy a property using cash, we should still use a loan instead. The reason is so that we could use those cash we have for other investments versus just staying in it and…

PURCHASERS OF IOI PROPERTIES GROUP’S 2RIO RESIDENCE AT BANDAR PUTERI PUCHONGTOOK HOME PRIZES WORTH RM260,000 INCLUDING A BYD SEAL EV CAR PUCHONG, 20 October 2024 – Purchasers of IOI Properties Group’s 2Rio Residence at Bandar Puteri Puchong walked away happily today with lucky draw prizes worth approximately RM260,000, including a BYD Seal electric vehicle (EV)…

Malaysia Budget 2025 for the property market? Help is coming… Let’s just say that I do not agree if people were to buy a property at a price way above what they could afford because they believe they will get a lifeline from the government if something goes wrong along the way. If I could…

Knight Frank Malaysia on Budget 2025: Driving Real Estate Transformation Knight Frank Malaysia acknowledges the government’s ongoing commitment to fostering inclusive growth, particularly through strategic infrastructure initiatives and sustainability measures outlined in Budget 2025. The emphasis on people-centric infrastructure and sustainability aligns with global real estate trends such as green building practices and transit-oriented developments….

Kuala Lumpur (18 October 2024) — Kuala Lumpur-headquartered 27-country real estate agent network IQI, a member of Juwai IQI, celebrates Malaysia Budget 2025’s focus on efficiency and investment, according to comments released by Juwai IQI Co-Founder and Group CEO Kashif Ansari. “This is a record-setting budget, but it is focused on efficiency and investment,” Mr….

The 2024 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Australia) celebrate modern and heritage real estate at Melbourne gala AUSTRALIA’S MOST PRESTIGIOUS DEVELOPERS HONOURED FOR EXCELLENCE IN DEVELOPMENT, DESIGN, AND SUSTAINABILITY PropertyGuru Group (NYSE:PGRU), Southeast Asia’s leading property technology company, today announced the winners of its Australian real estate awards at the Grand Hyatt Melbourne. The gala ceremony…

Owning a 236 sq ft unit still better than paying never ending rental, right? In a property market where both property price and rental is high, a good option may be to buy a unit to ensure some parts of the money we pay every month belongs to us instead of all 100 percent going…

Transactions for residential properties increasing. Is your home one of them? Before we start with H1 2024, let’s start with the past. Actual transactions dipped in H1 2023 versus H1 2022. Look at the image below: We do need to note that the drop was 1 percent but the actual total transactions was still very…

Many weeks ago, someone asked me what’s the better investment when it comes to real estate. Is it property or is it land? In fact, for properties, what is the type which is best? Residential or commercial? I told her that there is no comparison in my personal opinion. Land is certainly the best as…

Property market Malaysia? Just one slide to show us what’s happening My good friend, Henry Heng (a valuer by profession) sent me the slides from NAPIC. He is an amazing speaker and I love his sharing which is always full of numbers. Follow his sharing in LinkedIn here. He is active and has a lot…

Tropicana Transforms Southplace 2 Residences With The Makeover Guys Offering Fully-Furnished Designer Homes At Unbeatable Value • Tropicana continues to redefine the art of living through a strategic partnership with home  renovation experts – The Makeover Guys. Offering a seamless home ownership experience with  designer furnished homes at Tropicana Metropark, SouthPlace 2.  • Home owners…

When average rent moves upwards, what is happening in the market? Oversupply? Two weeks ago, I was asked again about the state of the property market. As usual, if it’s someone I do not really want to spend my time in explaining, I just say I have no idea but I will definitely be looking…

Tropicana Inked Another Data Centre Land Deal Worth RM240 Million In Johor • Tropicana inked another data centre land deal in Johor Bahru soon after its recent RM383  million land deal with NTT Data Group on 26 August 2024.  • Tropicana Firstwide sold 38.527 acres of land worth RM240 million to Computility Technology  (Malaysia) Sdn…

KL Wellness City Unveils Exclusive Air Ticket Rewards For Purchasers KL Wellness City (KLWC) is excited to announce the launch of its Complimentary AirAsia Ticket Campaign, which will run from 10 October 2024 to 10 January 2025. This special initiative marks the first time KLWC is rewarding its new property buyers with complimentary flight tickets, offering…

Juwai IQI – Malaysian Rents Climbed In The Second Quarter; Economic Growth Suggests More Increases Are Ahead The average rent in Malaysia in the second quarter was  RM1,995, up 3.9% from the prior quarter and 2.9% from a year earlier, according to the new Q2  2024 IQI Malaysia Home Rental Index report, which was released…

Tropicana’s Edelweiss Development Celebrates 100% Take-Up & Topping Off Milestone • Tropicana celebrated another milestone for its award-winning Tropicana Gardens, an integrated  and Transit-Oriented Development (“TOD”) at Tropicana Indah.   • Edelweiss Serviced Residences, SOFO and Shoppes achieved a 100% take-up and successfully completed the building structural stage with a Topping Off Ceremony.  • The ceremony…

Sunway Acquires Prime Freehold Land in Kuala Lumpur for a RM3.2 Billion Mixed-Use Development Sunway Berhad (“Sunway” or “Group”), through its wholly-owned subsidiary Sunway Melawati Sdn Bhd, has entered into a Sales and Purchase Agreement (“SPA”) with Viva Impian Sdn Bhd (“VISB”) to acquire a parcel of 17.58-acre prime freehold land in the thriving neighbourhood…

Gold is coming back… Ready to grab some and how high could it go? Sometimes they say US$ is a safe haven when there are uncertainties since this is the largest reserve currency in the world. We just need to understand that when it comes to value of money, it’s a perception. However, there is…

IJM Land – S2 Heights Aman Welcomes Batiq  Exquisite Living within a Verdant Sanctuary   As an exclusive offering for those seeking a home that promises an unparalleled sense of belonging and living experience, IJM Land is delighted to announce the much-anticipated launch of Batiq @ S2 Heights Aman. This distinguished residential development, within the fourth…

S2 HEIGHTS AMAN WELCOMES BATIQ Exquisite Living within a Verdant Sanctuary As an exclusive offering for those seeking a home that promises an unparalleled sense of belonging and living experience, IJM Land is delighted to announce the much-anticipated launch of Batiq @ S2 Heights Aman. This distinguished residential development, within the fourth and final precinct…

Press Release: OIB and Selangor Government Further Affordable Housing Efforts with Putra Idaman The Affordable Housing Project Supports Urban Growth in Putrajaya, Cyberjaya and Dengkil. Cyberjaya, September 28 – Oriental Interest Berhad (OIB) Group, in collaboration with Permodalan Negeri Selangor Berhad (PNSB), through its subsidiary, PNSB Construction Sdn Bhd (PCSB) today unveiled Putra Idaman, a…

Thailand has more tourists than Malaysia. Big concern? Before the arrival of Covid-19, Malaysia has these numbers when it comes to tourism. “A total of 26,100,784 international tourists visited Malaysia in 2019 compared to 25,832,354 in 2018. Meanwhile, tourist expenditure in 2019 rose by 2.4% to RM86. 1 billion compared to RM84.” Source: tourism.gov.my. We know, tourist…

Source: Article in bbc.com Article in bbc.com. “UK house prices in September rose by 3.2% compared with a year ago – the fastest rate for nearly two years, according to Nationwide. The building society said that annual growth was the highest since November 2022, with terraced homes driving the increase. It said rising incomes and…

VEP starts 1st October 2024. Can still drive into Malaysia without one? I think this topic will be hot for a while since today is the first day the VEP finally started (yes, it was not implemented for a very long time) and as per reported, there are over 90,000 cars registered for it with…

Do you want to move to the place with the LOWEST cost of living? Actually, we should move to the country where our income is able to buy more things instead. The reason is because the cost of living could be low but this does not mean we are earning more than other countries. So…

Ringgit has another forecast… RM3.80 by end of 2024. Can happen? It has been a never-ending positive story for ringgit thus far, at least for the past many weeks. Every other week, we see the ringgit appreciating (actually it’s more of US$ depreciating) and then more good news come. Then, the following week, ringgit reaches…

When is your next trip to 8th best honeymoon destination in the world? Guess where? My brother was telling me about his upcoming trip which he will bring our mother to the island of Pangkor. A relative there has been asking him to bring our mother to go there since it has been a very…

GST may be coming back in Budget 2025? Good news or? France was the first to introduce Goods and Services Tax (GST) or also known as Value Added Tax (VAT). There are 175 countries which has implemented VAT or GST as at August 2024. (Source: vatcalc.com). Once upon a time, Malaysia was also one of the…

Higher pay is always more attractive. This industry has a huge shortage… Would you like to know which industry or which role has a huge shortage? Rule of economics, when there is a shortage of supply, prices would go up because there are just not enough and thus the supply would go to the part…

Influencing Effectively 101: Features vs Benefits Are these scenarios typical? Someone walks up to you and asks you to sign up for a credit card in the mall. She said, “Sir, please sign for me, I just need one more to hit quota.” I am supposed to sign a credit card to benefit you? A…

Lower mortgage rates to drive up property transactions. Does this work? If I am given a lower home loan rate, I will be very happy because it will lower the monthly repayments for me. What about you? Would you be happy as well? I am sure you would. However, if the question is would I…

90 percent of EPF members (under 30 years old) will not have RM240,000 by retirement age! We have heard this similar story many times from different studies. Generally, what it says is that we do not have enough money to retire. Gloomy but this will always be true, not just for Malaysia but also in…

Anthea by IJM Rimbayu – Luxury Living Amid Nature’s Splendour Anthea by IJM Rimbayu brings Contemporary Living within the Harmony of Nature’s Elegance IJM Rimbayu proudly unveils Anthea, an architectural residential marvel that will redefine contemporary living with bespoke curation of grandeur and sophistication. Located in the vibrant heart of IJM Rimbayu, Anthea is nevertheless an…

Advancing Affordable Homeownership and Sustainable Growth: Hopes for Budget 2025 by Kenneth Soh, Country Manager – Malaysia, PropertyGuru and iProperty As Malaysia prepares for the announcement of Budget 2025, we at PropertyGuru Malaysia are optimistic that upcoming fiscal policies will continue to strengthen the property sector, empowering Malaysians with greater access to homeownership. We recognise…

Property market Malaysia is now rated “overweight”. Bad or good? An overweight person is not healthy, of course. Better be balanced when it comes to health. So, please do not be overweight like me. I will do best to reduce it back to 76kg. However, when we speak about investments and we look at allocating…

Oh dear, Singaporeans will stop coming to Johor because of VEP…? This is a popular topic now in Singapore, for those who owns a car and has driven into Malaysia before. Many are saying that they may think twice about driving into Malaysia. Perhaps some may even think thrice? My good friend who came to…

Getting a wife and earning money at the same time. Wow. Illegal though… I have friends with non-Malaysian wives. I also have friends with non-Malaysian husbands. I think it’s perfectly fine because love conquers all mah. Okay, honestly, many would also speak of stories where the marriage is for money because the other half could…

Press release: IQI REPORTS STRONG AFFORDABLE HOUSING SALES, SUGGESTS BUDGET 2025 MEASURES Kuala Lumpur (9 September 2024) — Malaysia has made strides in affordable housing, yet key improvements are overdue. Juwai IQI Co-Founder and Group CEO Kashif Ansari offers insights on the path forward in comments released by the company today. Market Overview “I’m impressed…

Investing into Forest City? Here are the special incentives Lots of news already have this because it’s a significant news for Johor and of course for investors from across the straits. I do think we need to have continuous news so that everyone can see there’s progress and then we will see a sudden influx….

100,000 visitors to Langkawi within a few days? Really so many people like Langkawi? Someone told me that there’s nothing to do in Langkawi. I asked what do you wish to do? He said there should be more vibrancy. I said I don’t understand. He says more restaurants serving good food. I asked if there…

With current property prices, can future generation afford a property? There are always news saying that the next generation may not be able to afford their own property. Maybe one reason is also because people are getting married later, so their partner could not help in the mortgage payment until much later. I was fortunate…

Ringgit’s going to move even higher? (which side yeah) I repeat something that I have always been telling people and it’s very obvious from my writings. Currency movement should just be valued based on trade; surplus or deficit. If you have deficits year after year, why is your currency appreciating? No one wants to buy…

Ready for another casino in ASEAN? Planning for a visit? I have been to a number of casinos. Within Malaysia, I have been to the SkyCasino in Genting Highlands. When I was in Perth, I dropped by the Crown Casino Burswood in Perth. I have also been to the one in Resorts World Sentosa, the…