FAR Capital makes ‘impossible’ rental returns, with data dispelling critics’ disbelief
You are scrolling through your social media feed, and you come across claims of property investors actually making positive cash flow in today’s market.
TAR UMT Arena scores a new ceiling for innovation
This article appeared in the July 9, 2026 issue of the monthly print edition.
Rehda Institute’ Regional Housing Conference 2026 to push for housing policy reforms ahead of 10-year national blueprint
PETALING JAYA (July 14): The Real Estate and Housing Developers’ Association (Rehda) Institute will bring together policymakers, regulators, industry leaders and international experts at the Regional Housing Conference 2026 later this month to discuss reforms aimed at building a more equitable and sustainable housing ecosystem, as Malaysia prepares its National Housing Policy 3.
Urban renewal or administrative fantasy? Why many of the 139 identified areas may never be redeveloped
Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming has repeatedly referred to 139 potential redevelopment areas in Kuala Lumpur in discussions surrounding the proposed Urban Renewal Act (URA).
Sunway Serene 2: A Premium Lakefront Serviced Residence in Petaling Jaya
Sunway Serene 2 is a premium lakefront serviced residence development by Sunway Property, located within the established Petaling Jaya neighbourhood.
Madani govt boosts affordable homeownership, 50 RMR recipients benefit in Terengganu
KUALA NERUS (June 29): Fifty recipients in the Kuala Terengganu and Kuala Nerus parliamentary constituencies received assistance under the Rumah Mesra Rakyat (RMR) programme yesterday, comprising 30 completed homes and 20 offer letters for the construction of new houses.
Pesona Metro profit jumps 162% in FY2025, targets RM500 mil in new contracts
PETALING JAYA (June 26): Pesona Metro Holdings Bhd reported revenue of RM705.
The mind behind Serene Impian’s tropical luxury living
This article appeared in the June 11, 2026 issue of the monthly print edition.
KPKT urges local councils to cut small traders' rents, commends DBKL’s reductions up to 50%
PETALING JAYA (May 14): The Housing and Local Government Ministry (KPKT) has urged all local authorities (PBTs) nationwide to consider reducing rental rates for business premises, stalls and food courts under their purview until end-2026, as part of efforts to ease the rising cost burden on hawkers and small traders.
Economy minister urges local authorities, state govts to slash rental rates of premises
KUALA LUMPUR (May 13): The National Economic Action Council (MTEN) has urged local authorities and state governments nationwide to immediately reduce rental rates for premises and shops under their management.
