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How essential oils can refresh and elevate your home in the Tropics

Situated just one and a half degrees north of the equator, Singapore boasts a typical tropical climate characterised by abundant rainfall and consistently warm temperatures year-round. Though appreciated by many, this equatorial climate has its drawbacks - the high temperature and humidity often make homes feel excessively warm and stuffy, creating an ideal breeding ground for unwelcome pests.

26 February, 2024

The REAL deal: Towards testing all buildings for quality

More and more developers are assessing the quality of their newly completed buildings on a voluntary basis. This is done via Qlassic, the quality assessment system for building construction works developed by the Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB).

30 October, 2023

The REAL deal: Total rethink on PR1MA needed

In May this year, Local Government Development (KPKT) Minister Nga Kor Ming assured Malaysians there would be no more PR1MA Corporation Malaysia (PR1MA) sick projects come 2024. This is good news for affected buyers who are still waiting for their dream homes.

18 September, 2023

The REAL deal: Is Singapore property tax hike a boon for Malaysia?

Everyone who buys real estate in Singapore is subject to Buyer’s Stamp Duty (BSD). On top of this, for residential properties, depending on certain criteria, buyers are to pay another tax called the Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty (ABSD). The two taxes are computed based on the purchase price of the property or its market value, whichever is higher.

8 May, 2023
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