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Land reclamation will increase the size of Penang Island by 10%

Land reclamation is big business in Malaysia. Money is made from selling plots of newly created land from the sea to developers. Several states in the peninsula have introduced large-scale reclamation initiatives, many strategically placed in prime locations. The latest large-scale project is in Penang that will see the reclamation ... Read More
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Penang Property Convention – 29 Sept 2018

In collaboration with GM Training Academy, our annual Penang Property Convention is coming back this year on 29 September 2018. Come and join us for this informative property investment event. Whether you are seasoned property investor or first time home buyer, this event will give you a real insight into Penang property market and learn about ... Read More
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Penang Vision 2030

Penang today laid out its plan to become a family-focused, “green and smart” state in the next 12 years as part of efforts to improve living standards and general levels of happiness for its two million-odd people by 2030. Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said the “Penang 2030” plan would ... Read More
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85% Say ‘YES’ to Pan Island Link 1

Pan Island Link 1 (also known as PIL1) is currently one of the most debated infrastructure projects in Penang. The proposed dual three–lane highway will be connecting Second Bridge and the Penang International Airport all the way towards George Town, Paya Terubong, Bayan Baru, and Relau. It is expected to reduce travelling time from ... Read More
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SST exemptions unlikely to lower house prices

The reintroduction of the Sales and Services Tax (SST), slated in September, is unlikely to reduce house prices despite cost savings of at least 1% to 2% for property developers, said Paramount Corp Bhd group CEO and director Jeffrey Chew. He explained that this was because construction costs account for ... Read More
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Cancellation of PIL 1 highway project not an option

The cancellation of the controversial Pan Island Link 1 (PIL 1) highway project is not an option. Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said today the project would begin as soon as the Federal Government gave its approval. “If it is not rejected (by the Federal Government), then we will make ... Read More
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EVENT: Should You Invest in Properties Now? (25 & 26 Aug)

Want to learn more about investing in property and what SST & GST means to property market? Hear what the experts say at Setia Sky Vista Sales Suites @ Lebuh Relau, Penang. 25/08/18 2:30 pm “Is this the time to invest in properties” by Miichael Yeoh. 26/08/18 2:30pm “GST vs ... Read More
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Proposed Penang Sky Cab still in the works

The proposed Penang Sky Cab project is still in the works, said Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow. Chow said Penang Sentral has already obtained approval for its detailed environment impact assessment (DEIA). “The project is not scrapped. It is still very active. The ports of landing may be adjusted ... Read More
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Affordable Homes & Secondary Market Expo (25 & 26 Aug)

You are cordially invited to be part of Penang Affordable Homes and Secondary Market Expo 2018 at PECC EXHIBITION & CONVENTION CENTRE on 25 & 26 August 2018. This is a special event for first time home buyer with free seminars and talk shows on both days. (This event will be officiated by ... Read More
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BNM to roll out special housing loan next month

Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) is expected to roll out a special housing loan scheme tailored for the low-to-middle income group with regard to first-home ownership by next month, according to the ministry of finance (MoF). “BNM is in the process of finalising a new financing scheme for the purchase of ... Read More