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Developers back move to cancel HSR despite setback
JOHOR BARU: Cancelling the RM110bil High Speed Rail (HSR) project is a setback for property developers, but they support the move for the greater good of the nation.Johor Real Estate and Housing Developers Association chairman Datuk Steve Chong Yoon On said developers who invested in land near the...
Transport experts: Time to look for cheaper alternative
PETALING JAYA: Scrapping the MRT3 Line for now will allow the Government to review the costly project and look for a cheaper alternative, say public transport experts.Transportation Science Society of Malaysia president Prof Mohamed Rehan Karim said the Government’s decision was...
Govt scraps MRT 3 project
PUTRAJAYA: The Klang Valley mass rapid transit line 3 (MRT 3 or Circle Line) project, reported to cost between RM40bil and RM45bil, will not proceed, says Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad.The MRT3 or MRT Circle Line was planned as the third MRT line for the Greater Klang Valley area.While the...
Ask Me Anything: Who is responsible for IWK bills, wiring and piping issues in a rented property?
Going back to the tenancy agreementCompiled by: Tharmini Kenas tharmini@thestar.com.myTenancy agreement is the key Ask Me Anything is a platform for all readers to ask about all things property. If you have any inquiries, key in your questions at http://bit.ly/AskMeAnythingProperty .This week,...
Property management, a key factor in your property purchase consideration
Contributed by Chris TanRemember how we used to select a mobile phone before the emergence of the smartphone?We looked at the different features, specifications and whether it comes in various colours, shapes and sizes. It was distinctive that we can almost name the brand and model just from the...
M101 contributes to the well-being of society
The volunteers of M101 and PeopleGiving together with the children of Kampung Bertang after receiving their gifts.PETALING JAYA: M101 Holdings Sdn Bhd recently contributed RM15,000 towards PeopleGiving’s 10th Library of Hope initiative in Kampung Bertang, Bentong, Pahang.About the 10th Library of...
[Small House in a Big World] Old houses, new prices
The column reflects the view of the writerBy Viktor ChongBeauty is a subjective assessment. The same way a monkey holds no value for a flower or a piece of art that bears little meaning to the eyes of the uncultured. Alone, I sat on an old table, sipping a cup of white coffee while my eyes explored...
Property quote of the week
By: Tharmini KenasIf you are a millennial well into you late 20’s, you are probably being bombarded with questions such as, “When are you going to buy a new house?”, “Have you talked to any property agent?”, “When are you going to do a house tour?” and the questions are...
Check for faults in your new home
Follow these valuable tips to ensure a proper house inspectionGetting the keys to your new home is one of the joyous highlights in your life. But the joy may be short-lived if you are unaware of something called Defect Assessment.According to the Housing Development (Control & Licensing) Act 1966...
How long does it take for a sale and purchase agreement of a property to be completed?
By Low & Partners managing partner Datuk Andy Low Hann Yong Have you ever wondered how long it takes for the sale and purchase agreements (SPA) to be completed? Does it frustrate you when the delays cost you late payment interests as a purchaser?Before purchasing a property, you need to consider...