In Depth

Taking the market by storm

Sime Darby Property’s building expertise and design innova­tions are evident in its unique Signature Series which articulates an inventive and fresh design language – setting a new benchmark for conven­tional linked homes. Let’s discover the features of Elmina Green Four that have taken the market by storm.

KL prime property remains attractive

“KL is a foreigner-friendly city. Most foreigners find it easy to live and work in KL as they do not face the language barrier and the weather is comfortable.”

Limited impact from lockdown

While the economy is getting more difficult with more businesses closing down and unemployment rate rising, Knight Frank Malaysia’s executive director of Research & Consultancy Judy Ong believes that the newly implemented six-month loan moratorium and the latest PEMULIH stimulus package will provide a breather to people impacted by the pandemic

Waterproofing for common properties

Concrete flat roofs and open decks suffer similar is­sues with inter-floor leakage – mostly arising from lack of adequate gradient and drainage. Stagnant rainwater will cause algae bloom which will invariably result in clogging of rainwater gutters and outlets, thus exacer­bating an already poor condition. Most concrete roofing is not easily accessible, making it difficult and unsafe to inspect and maintain regularly. 

Datuk Leong Sir Ley is focusing on the positive

“This pandemic is not going to last forever. The only thing was that the pandemic just suddenly showed up and no one was prepared for it. But this is just a phase, it will pass.” 

Re-Waterproofing – an investment for property value growth

Backed with the knowledge and technology of Nippon Paint's counterpart in China - with a long-standing presence in the waterproofing industry. Nippon Paint has developed systems of products ranging from liquid applied, cementitious, sheet type waterproofing membrane. The myriad selection of products offers waterproofing solutions for sub structures and super structures.

Management Corporations can now sue developers – what are the implications?

The decision of Dua Residency could also potentially open the floodgates to frivolous civil suits brought against developers by the majority of homebuyers coming together to compel the MC to do so. The majority could also mean only the majority of owners that were present during the general meeting.