Ratu Mutiara, a seaside resort development by Taman Ratu since 1991 near Batu Ferringhi, Penang.  This latest development comprises 20 units of partially-furnished luxury semi-detached houses with outdoor jacuzzi overlooking private garden. Located away from the hustle and bustle of the town center while conveniently connected to shopping malls, dinning and ... Read More

House buyers in Malaysia need to be educated about their rights. They have to be made aware of the issues they face, and to demand quality for the huge sum of money they are paying for their property. Complaint One “I received the keys to our home and to our ... Read More

PETALING JAYA: Bank Negara is studying the risks arising from the developer interest-bearing scheme (DIBS) with a view of potentially imposing curbs on it, sources said. Although it is unclear if or when such curbs would be put in place, Hong Leong Investment Bank (HLIB) said that it may be ... Read More

In recent times, the redraw facility has become a common feature in most home loan packages in Malaysia.  Whilst the concept of redraw is relatively simple to understand for most seasoned home buyers; a new home buyer may find this term slightly confusing as it really isn’t something you see ... Read More

KUALA LUMPUR: Penang-based Ivory Properties Group Bhd will start work on phases three to five of its Penang Times Square project, which includes a five-star hotel, by year-end. Group chief executive officer Datuk Low Eng Hock said the three phases would cover 1.5 million sq ft, including a five-star hotel. In a statement issued ... Read More

Skyview Avenue, strategically situated in the heart of Jelutong along Jalan Perak, it is ideal for anchoring all kind of corporate offices and retail outlets. Designed for convenience, the exciting variety of eating outlets and retail mix reflects the lifestyle demands of the young trend-setters, makes it one of Penang's ... Read More

GEORGE TOWN: Property developer, Tambun Indah Land Bhd, plans to spend RM100 million to RM200mil in capital expenditure (capex) this year to buy more land. Managing Director Teh Kiak Seng said the group was actively scouting for land in Penang especially in Seberang Perai. "We will spend to expand our landbank based ... Read More

I recently went to a SOHO launch where the developer offered a 10% rebate and DIBS (developers’ interest-bearing scheme) package. With regards to the rebate, 10% of the selling price will be waived provided the sale and purchase agreement (SPA) is signed within a certain period. I understand that the rebate ... Read More

Palace Garden, strategically located within Sungai Dua township in Butterworth, Penang. This is a mixed development by Metro Jelata Group, comprises 2-storey shop offices, terrace, semi-detached and bungalow houses. With easy access to major township and island through North-South Expressway, less than 15 minutes drive to Penang bridge. Property Project : ... Read More

Taman Lembah Permai, a luxury residential development by Welcome Development Sdn. Bhd., located off Jalan Song Ban Kheng in Bukit Mertajam, Penang. This is a gated and guarded housing scheme comprises 103 units of 3-storey zero-lot and 84 units of 3-storey bungalows. With the Auto-City and the Juru toll just ... Read More