Archive for April 2015
RISE OF THE SOUTH
By: Aidil Mohammad Noor South Cheras is undergoing remarkable facelift as new developments and infrastructures keep pouring in. Cheras South, the area mainly situated in the border of Cheras and Kajang, was originally referred as Balakong until the name “Cheras Selatan” or Cheras South came after a new commercial hub Jusco Cheras Selatan opened in December…
Read MoreFINANCIAL FREEDOM
Meticulous research and sub-sale strategies prove winning ways for a young property investor By: Aidil Mohammad Noor Young Magdeline Lim, fresh from college graduation in 2010, first came to realisation that she needed to start an investment because she knew eventually she needed a safe and secure investment for when she retire and can no…
Read MoreHOW TO GET YOUR LOANS APPROVED
By: Viknesh Ashley Clarence It is often believed that getting a loan for property investment is difficult nowadays with stringent requirements attached to the rising prices. Property Insight sat down with property investor and CEO of SkyBridge International Adrian Un, seasoned investor and co-founder of the Community of Real Estate Investors (CORE) Rachel Lim and…
Read MoreOutlook 2015
By: Syamil Zahari In Greater Kuala Lumpur, there are seven million inhabitants in 2014, up from 900,000 40 years ago, with 1.8 million homes and seven million registered vehicles. Employment in the area stood at 2.5 million jobs in 2010, and is targeted to increase to 4.2 million jobs in 2020. “So you can imagine…
Read MoreThe Little Known Secrets of Kota Kemuning
A near perfect township boasts tranquil and balanced lifestyle Over the years, Kota Kemuning has been continuously evolving and offering better features for the residents. Nowadays, it is one of the flagship developments by the Gamuda Land division. It has become the choice of residences longing for a balance between development and the environment.…
Read MoreSubdue But Resilient
Commercial property market remain bouyed by business conditions and positive investors’ expectations. Demand for commercial space in Klang Valley likely saw modest growth in 2014 given that external demand will be robust whilst domestic spending stays stable throughout the year, reported CH Williams Talhar & Wong’s (WTW) in its recently released Property Market 2014 report.…
Read MoreCautiously Optimistic
Weak buyers’ sentiment and property cooling measures introduced since 2013 will affect the demand for residential property in Malaysia in 2015, said ratings agency Moody’s. Demand for residential property in Malaysia is set to slow further in 2015, Moody’s has forecast in its recent report. “We expect the anticipation of higher mortgage rates in 2015…
Read MoreAll Things For All People
PKNS Managing Director Haji Azlan Md Alifiah’s insight on assets management and property outlook. Coming from the accountancy background with proven expertise in assets management, Haji Azlan Md Alifiah is now getting busy in the property industry as the General Manager of Perbadanan Kemajuan Negeri Selangor (PKNS). His accumulated wealth of experience started in 1992 when…
Read MoreHammering On Auction Properties
Homebuyers and investors who are seeking property purchases from both primary and secondary market may wish to look into properties made available via the property auction channel. Despite the many myths and misconceptions, investing in auction properties presents several advantages that may put knowledgeable investors at the front edge. Unlike sub-sale or buying from the…
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