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In Malaysia, when someone talks about Bukit Jalil, the image of the sports stadium is usually the first thing to come to mind. Obviously this wouldn’t be surprising at all considering that the city itself started as a development for the Commonwealth Games in 1998. Since then, this popular suburb of Kuala Lumpur has really come a long way, transforming from a simple town to a bustling neighbourhood...

Top Luxury Condos In Mont Kiara   Mont Kiara is one of the most popular locations for buying or renting a condominium in the Klang Valley. This township consists mainly of residential condominiums and office complexes which were mostly developed by UEM Sunrise Berhad, a well-known property development arm of UEM Group. It is adjacent to Sri Hartamas in the south and KL Metropolis in the east, and is...

Best Condominiums In KL There are many condominiums in Kuala Lumpur, some are really good while some have been known to have many issues. If you are looking to buy a property in KL, this list will help you in your search. Here are the top 10 condos in KL.   Top 10 Condos In Kuala Lumpur     Vogue Suites Ones Vogue Suites Ones is a joint...

How to register for water supplyThe application process for water supply in Malaysia will vary depending on your state because it is under the authority of different companies. For instance, SYABAS (Selangor), PBA (Penang) and LAKU (Sarawak). Certain companies allow you to do the application online, but others are more traditional, and you have to pay a visit to their office. Check with the water...

  Ara Damansara is the popular township in Petaling Jaya consisting of low and high-rise residential homes, commercial properties, and bungalows spread out in dedicated garden precincts and commercial centres. From the luxurious, resort-style villas to the trendy, serviced suites; Ara Damansara promises unparalleled convenience and comfort with many public amenities such as retail outlets,...

  Bangsar South is one of the newest and affluent locations in the Klang Valley, it is a major integrated property development project which sits on the former Kampung Kerinchi site in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It was renamed from Kampung Kerinchi so  the developer could upscale the value of land. The 60-acre (240,000 m2) development was undertaken by UOA Group, which acquired the land once...

How to buy a home in 7 steps Check your budgetBefore you do anything else, work out if you can afford a house in the first place. In Malaysia, the standard costs are:- Earnest deposit 2% of the SPA price- Down payment: 10% of the SPA price (or balance 7%)- Legal Fees: approximately 0.4% depending on SPA price- Valuation fee (if required): around 0.3% of the property value- Bank processing fee:...

  The Kuala Lumpur City Center (KLCC), is considered one of the most sought after property destinations because of its strategic location, which is right in the middle of KL city. If you are looking for a condominium to buy or rent in KLCC, we have listed the top 10 luxury condos in KLCC for you to choose from:   Top 10 Luxury Condos In KLCC   The Mews,...

How to impress property buyers with virtual staging   A smart seller knows that a better-looking house will be easier to sell than one that is derelict and dirty. In western countries, house-staging is a popular method to improve a house’s aesthetic appearance from the buyer’s perspective. However, the time, effort and cost it takes to prepare a traditional staging (think developer’s show...

How to make an offer on a property Work with your agent When you find yourself falling head-over-heels for a property, don’t prance around and shout it from the rooftops. That only makes the seller think you’re willing to pay more. Instead, play cool, think rationally and work with your agent. A good agent will guide you and smooth the way for you in many ways, like:- Find out any offer terms...