News by Lum Ka Kay

Challenges abound in cross-border property transactions

Every country has its own set of challenges but among the main hurdles faced by investors, including Malaysians, when it comes to investing in properties overseas are financing and legal issues. This was raised during a forum at the recent two-day Malaysian Annual Real Estate Convention 2017 (MAREC‘17), organised by the Malaysian Institute of Estate Agents (MIEA) on March 3 and 4.

10 March, 2017

Penang housing market resilient

Although the overall transaction volume has fallen, Penang’s housing market looks more resilient than other major markets such as Kuala Lumpur, Selangor and Johor, based on transaction volume, said TheEdgeProperty.com product and business development director Alvin Ong.

4 March, 2017

Landlord or tenant, be wary of the cheats!

FROM charity scams to love deceptions, crooks have devised more gimmicks in cheating you out of your earnings. One of the latest on the list are rental scams, targeting those who are in a hurry to lease out their properties or are unfamiliar with renting procedures.

4 March, 2017

Estate agents should explore selling to REITs

Property agents should shift their mindsets and explore more options in terms of property selling, according to Axis Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) Managers Bhd head of investment Siva Shanker.

4 March, 2017

The exclusive enclaves of Cheras

While many are familiar with the decades-old terraced housing estates here, they may not be as familiar with the more exclusive sections of Cheras.

4 March, 2017
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