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Big infrastructure projects do not become property catalysts simply because stations are built or bridges are connected. They become real market catalysts when the legal and operational framework is mature enough for buyers, businesses, and investors to believe the system will actually function as promised. That is why Singapore’s Cross-Border Railways (Border Control Co-Location) Bill matters. For...

The most important regional property stories are often not the ones with the loudest launch campaigns. They are the ones that quietly reshape where jobs, infrastructure, and future land demand may concentrate over the next decade. Malaysia Vision Valley 2.0 fits that category. For buyers and investors watching kl property and the wider Malaysia market, MVV 2.0 matters because it is not being positioned as...

Singaporeans' Demand for Johor Real Estate Surges Despite Ringgit Strengthening Singaporeans' interest in Johor's real estate market remains strong, undeterred by the recent strengthening of the ringgit. This sustained demand is fueled by several factors, including economic developments and infrastructural improvements, particularly the upcoming Johor Baru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS)...

The Kuala Lumpur and Selangor office markets are currently experiencing a significant evolution, highlighted by the completion of major projects like the Merdeka 118 tower. According to Teh Young Khean, Knight Frank Malaysia’s executive director for office strategy and solution, these developments are setting the stage for future supply pressures and opportunities. Recent Developments and Supply...

Navigating Daily Cross-Border Challenges for Better Opportunities: The Story of Gunavathi Chinasamy For nearly a decade, Gunavathi Chinasamy, a 29-year-old administrative executive from Johor Bahru, has tackled a grueling daily commute to her job in Singapore. Despite the hardship, she finds the arrangement worthwhile. Gunavathi’s routine starts by arriving at the Johor Bahru Customs two hours before...

The Malaysian real estate market has shown signs of improvement since last year, but it has yet to fully recover to pre-pandemic levels, according to Datuk Seri FD Iskandar Mansor, the group managing director and CEO of Glomac Bhd. FD Iskandar noted that there is a growing interest in property investment and real estate in Malaysia. However, several challenges continue to impact the industry's...

The much-anticipated retail component of The Exchange TRX, located within Kuala Lumpur's Tun Razak Exchange international financial district, is poised to welcome visitors on November 29. This joint-venture development between Lendlease and TRX City Sdn Bhd promises to transform the city's retail landscape. With an impressive 95% occupancy rate, The Exchange TRX boasts over 400 stores spread across a vast...

As cranes increasingly dot Malaysia’s skylines and construction sites buzz with non-stop activity, a curious imbalance has taken shape. Amid the rising apartment complexes, suburban enclaves, and gated communities, a significant number of residential properties stand vacant, their doors open and awaiting the footsteps of prospective occupants. The phenomenon of overhang and unsold residential...

Genting Highlands, often dubbed the "City of Entertainment," is rapidly transforming into a sought-after real estate destination. Nestled amidst the Titiwangsa Mountains, this highland paradise offers more than just entertainment and leisure. Here are compelling reasons why investing in property in Genting Highlands is a smart move: 1. Thriving Tourism: Genting Highlands is a magnet for tourists. In 2022...

Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd continues to aim for a new contract win target of RM1.2 billion for 2023, having already secured RM533.4 million in new projects this year. Out of the RM533.4 million, RM135.4 million is allocated for the development of BBCC Development in Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, where Kerjaya Prospek plans to erect a 21-storey structure. The remaining RM398 million is designated for the...