Ace Of Architecture

Malaysian Institute of Architects (PAM) President Ar. Ezumi Harzani Ismail exudes a calm and pleasant disposition. A veteran in the field of architecture, the Director of Akitek MAA Sdn Bhd is however also resolute at heart in carrying out his objectives. He says his motivation stems from his childhood which was inspired by his  late…

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Bcb Berhad Clinches Another Green Award

BCB Berhad (BCB) has come a long way as a distinctive developer in the southern part of Peninsula Malaysia with most of their development projects concentrating in Johor. BCB Executive Director of Sales and Marketing Tan Lindy shares the history of the establishment built by her father Group Managing Director Dato’ Tan Seng Leong with…

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Rising Star Of Medini

Like a rare glistening jewel awaiting its final polish before being unveiled, D’Pristine @ Medini in Iskandar Puteri, Iskandar Malaysia is poised to be a distinctive cut above the competition once completed. Its coveted location backed by a unique concept and clarity of vision with a cluster of well-thought-out offerings including a Grade-A corporate office…

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Kip-ing It Passionate

Success agrees with Valerie Ong, Director of KIP Group of Companies. Behind her cover girl looks and charming disposition, she works hard at juggling her many business platforms including property, food and beverage (F&B), hospitality and fashion. Loving every aspect of real estate, Valerie belongs in the crème de la crème league of Generation Y…

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Iskandar Malaysia: The Good The Bad And The Ugly

Iskandar Malaysia was once the poster child touted by TIME Magazine in 2012 as “one of the most ambitious development projects in the world”. Since then, the spotlight has shifted to glut concerns, given the breakneck speed China developers have been developing their projects there compounded by launches by local developers. Almost overnight, Iskandar Malaysia…

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Brothers In Airbnb

By Yvonne Yoong. Like two peas in a pod, brothers Elvin Wong, 34 and Eric Wong, 35, also share a passion for property. Starting off with direct sales, they later decided to become property agents, leasing out units for the long term. “We advertised on online property portals and got enquiries for a month’s stay…

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Rental Yields Increase With Airbnb

Managing Director of Living Space Ikhram Merican is also a popular blogger turned prop-preneur and an award-winning property expert. His journey into the property industry started after he first sold his shares from a telecommunications engineering company, giving him the seed money needed for his property down payment. During that period in the year 2009,…

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The Impact Of The Shrinking Ringgit On Property

The value of the ringgit is a key indicator of how trade and investments are faring in Malaysia. A depreciating ringgit can mean that trade activity is actually slowing down and that many investors are taking their investments out of the country. The ringgit started declining in late 2014 when it experienced its worst two-day…

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Sub-sale Transaction Do’s And Don’ts

Sub-sale properties are purchased in the open market from previous owners. When purchasing a sub-sale property, it is firstly important to conduct a search on the property at the relevant land office. This is to ensure that the seller is the registered owner of the property. Furthermore, by doing so, one can conduct relevant research…

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