Napic’s and Rehda’s differing data—Which one reflects true market sentiment?
We need improved data representativeness, accessibility, and interpretability to make informed decisions on the property market.
YouthFest 2025: ‘Dear KL, we need to talk’
“Our cities should build more pocket spaces for the youth, to allow them to gather with friends in a public space,” Nur Safuraa said.
Rahim & Co: Melaka’s residential property prices gradually rising, industrial sector may face oversupply
Rahim & Co International Property Consultants Sdn Bhd director of research Sulaiman Saheh: “The market in Melaka is known to be very proactive in controlling the house price mechanism, which if you compare among all the states in Malaysia, the most affordable in terms of income to price ratio is actually Melaka.
Blacklisting not a cure for late, sick and abandoned housing projects
The 109 developers blacklisted were mostly “due to non-compliance with regulatory requirements for their projects”.
Axis REIT 1Q income jumps on new acquisitions, tenancies and rental rates
Quarterly earnings per unit rose to 2.
Malaysian Institute of Planners supports govt’s initiative to introduce Urban Renewal Act
While recognising the significant merits of the proposed Act in advancing urban renewal, MIP added that there “remains an opportunity to further enhance certain provisions to strengthen clarity, inclusivity, and practical applicability”.
Residensi Madani: Centralised development using developers’ combined funds better than cross-subsidisation
Unlike the conventional cross-subsidy model to provide affordable housing, where private developers and free-market house buyers are always on the “losing side”, a fairer resource allocation can be achieved through the “Madani Credits” system.
E Trend Realty aims to acquire small agencies, expand to 3,200 negotiators this year
E Trend Realty achieved a total commission payout of RM45 million, representing a 45% year-on-year increase in 2024.
Urban Renewal Act: 30-year threshold on building age too low, says expert
“The principles of land valuation, compensation calculations, and the legal framework governing land acquisition must be reviewed to reflect current market trends,” said Prof Dr Ismail Omar in the forum.
Elevated office vacancy rates persist as supply outpaces demand, BNM says
“Continued observations of preferences for more flexible tenancy contracts and hybrid work arrangements suggest adjustments in supply still have some way to go.
