Author: Charles Tan
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Freeze licenses for new shopping malls? Well…
I agree with the assessment that there are way too many malls in the Klang Valley. This will be the case even with more new developments here in KL. Nope, even if I am staying in a new condo with an integrated mall, it may still NOT save the mall especially if the tenant mix is…
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BNM: OPR stays at 3 percent
I think no one anticipated any change in the Overnight Policy Rate. Of course for those with mortgages, they would prefer if there are no changes upwards. Else, they will be paying more. Actually, adjusting upwards is also an indication that the economy is doing good. Adjusting downwards would mean that the economy would need…
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Cyberjaya for home is a good choice, I believe.
Nope, I do not currently stay in Cyberjaya. I also do not own any property in Cyberjaya or Putrajaya. I also do not current work within Cyberjaya. Then, why am I promoting Cyberjaya as a good place for home? I think it’s a simple question with a simple answer. If I personally like a place…
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NREA: Recognising the best in the real estate industry
I have many friends who are Real Estate Negotiators (RENs). In fact one ex-colleague whom I admire a lot is now a very successful REN too. I always look at this profession as one where success comes after much persistency and consistency. Perhaps the toughest would be when they started because this is the time…
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Aiming at RM25 billion, has gotten RM17.7 billion
We believe what we want to read and believe, true? I think so. Iskandar is in the news every week and I think for the recent two years mostly for negative news. Haha. Oversupply is always mentioned. Safety is always mentioned. Slow moving where FDI is concerned are mentioned too. I was in JB for…
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Shopping for secondary units? Good time as per MIEA (Penang)
Until today, I have friends who refuse to look at the secondary market. First of all, there’s nothing wrong with whether it’s primary or secondary. However, these friends also commented that primary properties are either too expensive in the places they desire or too far away if it meets the price they were willing to…
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Make sure our risks are calculated ones, minimise losses if it happens
I attended a Communication and Leadership retreat recently up in the beautiful Penang Hill. Yes, the cable car is now faster than the old and could carry more! The parking was grossly expensive but at least now we have a proper place to park instead of along the road haphazardly. I recommend strongly that any…
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Bandar Seri Coalfields with a new private school for its residents
These days, when we look at any integrated developments, it should come with education institutions. Attractions include those with a SJK (C), private universities, international branch campuses of top universities and perhaps even international schools. With the current demographics for Malaysia, I think this is a clever move. Yes, my next home would be as…
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Learnings after over 10 different condo viewings
I recently enjoyed a late drinking session with a close friend. Sorry, the drinking here refers to just Chatime. Haha. She has recently moved to KL and is now attached to a public listed property developer. As she would be helping her new employer launch a luxury high-rise project, she had to understand all her…
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Important legal changes to Strata Laws
I browse one property portal occasionally. This is especially when I wanted to take a look at some latest transacted prices. If you do wish to check out some latest transacted prices, do take a look here. www.propertypricetag.com Recently, they published an informational article I think worth reading for everyone who is looking for a high-rise unit…