Beware of over-enforcement

The move by the Kajang Municipal Council (MPKJ) to authorise the seizure of belongings of strata property maintenance fee defaulters of an apartment project and the subsequent auction of said chattels and movable properties has alerted the public about the severe consequences of failing to settle outstanding charges and contribution pursuant to the Strata Management Act, 2013 (SMA).

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PAM commends the initiatives proposed, but notes room for improvement

  PETALING JAYA (Oct 11): The Malaysian Institute of Architects (PAM) is looking forward to the many new or revived development projects announced in Budget 2020 such the ECRL, Bandar Malaysia township, upgrading of airports, and Carey Island development to make Port Klang maritime centre and cargo logistics hub.

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Budget 2020's real estate highlights

Rent-To-Own scheme To assist those who are unable to pay 10% deposit and to secure the access of home purchase financing, the government will be working with financial institutions to introduce a Rent-To-Own (RTO) scheme.

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Budget 2020: Lower threshold for foreign purchases

  PETALING JAYA (Oct 11): The government today has proposed to lower the minimum price threshold for the foreign purchase of high-rise property specifically condominiums and apartments in urban areas, from RM1 million currently to RM600,000 effective 2020.

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