The recently announced National Economic Recovery Plan (Penjana) is aimed at reviving many parts of the economy. The property sector is within the scope of the plan. If successful, the plan would stimulate sales and instill some much-needed stability and normality in the local housing market.

Mah Sing Group Bhd (Mah Sing) plans to roll out another 200 units in M Luna phase 1B after recording a 90% take-up over its weekend launch. The launch, from June 13 to 14, attracted a good crowd who were drawn by the project’s design, good location, and pricing.

By Viktor ChongThese are exciting times ahead for the property market. For those who are still unaware, there is a global trend of “work from home” going on strong internationally. Employers realise that workers can exercise their employment from anywhere, which means that the high cost of...

For most people, the pandemic is a huge disruption, causing a complete overhaul on how we go about doing our activities. The property industry is not exempted from these changes, and the foreseeable future is rife with uncertainties.During the Malaysian Institute of Professional Estate Agents and...

Artist impression of the extended link homes.ARA DAMANSARA: Elmina Green Three, the latest phase of two-storey houses in the City of Elmina, Sime Darby Property Bhd’s award-winning township will be unveiled tomorrow.Elmina Green Three is a freehold development comprising 412 units of...

KUALA LUMPUR: OSK Group (OSK) is renewing its stance as a developer that will deliver quality properties that can be afforded by the people, particularly first-time home buyers.To mark its 55th anniversary, its property arm will focus on building ‘Essential Homes’ that are affordably priced at...

Bumiputera and Malay homebuyers can take advantage of the discount for Bumiputera-titled properties, but when it comes to loans, they are subjected to the same criteria as nonBumiputeras.To date, there are no specific loans given to buyers of Bumi lots and they have to contend with the current...

Location is key to negate challenges of resellingBy Vigneswar Rajasurian vignes@thestar.com.myAn aerial view of Putrajaya.In the 1970s, Malaysia’s New Economic Policy (NEP) introduced the Bumi quota regulations for property development in efforts to increase Bumiputera involvement in the real...

What will it take to switch the negative view of Bumi lots to positive ones?By Viktor Chong viktorchong@thestar.com.my and Joseph Wong josephwong@thestar.com.myThis has been a sore topic for property developers, buyers and investors for decades since its enactment in the 1970s under Malaysia’s...

By Vigneswar RajasurianPeople are increasingly switching to a lifestyle of planting their own herbs and vegetables in their gardens to become more self-sufficient and promote environmental-conscious habits.Growing your own herbs and vegetables also provides better food security during a...