PETALING JAYA: The government has proposed to set up the world’s first airport real estate investment trust (REIT) to raise RM4bil to fund future airport upgrades and expansion.The idea of setting up an airport REIT is to move the aviation industry towards a self-sustainable model that does not...

THE increase in the Real Property Gains Tax (RPGT) to 5% from 0% on Malaysian individuals for the disposal of properties after the fifth year could subdue the local property market further.PPC International managing director Datuk Siders Sittampalam said the measure, which was tabled at Budget 2019...

By Viktor ChongThe hunt is on for the perfect home, and house buyers are leaving no stones unturned. From landed developments, to high rises and the luxurious villas, the property market is filled with various products that are bound to meet buyers’ expectations.According to the Rehda Property...

BY Aisyah Suwardiaisyahs@thestar.com.myAlthough the property market seems to be focusing on the first-time homebuyers, there are other segments of buyers in the market, and among them are the upgraders.Upgraders are typically homeowners who are looking to buy their next home to accommodate their...

The Malaysian Institute of Professional Estate Agents and Consultants (MIPEAC) disagrees with suggestions for a separate Board for Estate Agents made recently according to a statement by the association.It is in response to calls for a separate Board for Estate Agents recently."MIPEAC does note...

With the release of Malaysia’s new financial plan came some questions, so we solicited an economist to get his thoughts on Budget 2019."A growth-centric, austerity-driven, and people-focused budget"– Shan Saeed (Chief Economist of IQI Global)Shan Saeed, Chief Economist for IQI Global – a real...

PETALING JAYA: Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng is tabling Budget 2019 in Parliament, the first federal budget by the Pakatan Harapan government.The tabling of the Supply Bill (Budget) 2019 will commence before Dewan Rakyat Speaker Datuk Mohamad Ariff Md Yusof, and will be debated by the Members of...

By Kevin EichenbergerScammers are targeting the most hard-pressed among us with rental listings rapid-fired onto multiple property platforms, legitimate-looking tenancy agreements, and shady tactics to avoid detection.The usual choice of target is perhaps the most telling characteristic of the...

By Viktor Chong viktorchong@thestar.com.my(from left) Pride Studio Sdn Bhd designer Patrick Chin, Lim, Malaysian Institute of Interior Designers president Mohamad Faisal Ghazali and Pride Studio Sdn Bhd designer Mike Saw.The Home Design and Interior Exhibition (HOMEDEC) returns this year in Kuala...

By Viktor Chong viktorchong@thestar.com.myA house is not merely a shelter. It is a place that makes us feel safe, either physically or psychologically. From the vigilant eyes of cameras, down to the stoic security personnel that dutifully perform their rounds, security keeps our loved ones safe,...