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Want good feng shui in a new condo, terrace house, or landed home? Start with the front door, bedroom, kitchen, natural light, airflow, and layout before buying expensive cures or décor. Quick answer: To feng shui-proof a new home, prioritise six practical checks: keep the main entrance clear, place the bed and stove in a command position, improve sunlight and ventilation, avoid harsh direct alignments, reduce clutter, and choose a balanced square or rectangular layout where

Your updated, fact-checked guide to newer high-rises where your furry family is genuinely welcome with rentals, locations and what your pet will love. Finding a home that loves your pet as much as you do can feel like chasing your own tail. The good news? Under Malaysia's Strata Management (Maintenance & Management) Regulations 2015, pets are legally allowed in condominiums and apartments as long as they don't cause a nuisance, pose a health or safety risk, or breach your loc

Stable rates, a strong economy and stretched affordability are reshaping one of life's biggest decisions. Here's what the 2026 data actually says and where I land. Written from a Malaysian property-sales perspective, grounded in Bank Negara Malaysia, NAPIC/JPPH and Ministry of Finance data. Quick answer: In 2026, buying a home in Malaysia is the better choice if you have stable income, a deposit ready, and plan to stay 7+ years — helped by a low, stable Overnight Policy Rate

Buying your first home in Malaysia in 2026 doesn't have to be overwhelming. This quick guide walks you through budgeting, loans, government incentives, choosing the right property, and the step-by-step buying process — everything a first-time buyer needs to know. Why Buy Your First Home in Malaysia in 2026? Homeownership offers long-term stability, financial security, and protection from rising rents in urban hubs like Kuala Lumpur, Petaling Jaya, Johor Bahru, and Penang. Wit

Quick Answer Choose a landed property if you have a large or growing family, value space and privacy, and want stronger long-term capital appreciation—and you can afford the higher upfront price and upkeep. Choose a high-rise property if you're a first-time buyer who wants a more affordable entry price, a central location, built-in facilities, and gated-and-guarded security, and you're comfortable with maintenance and sinking fund fees. In short: landed wins on space, privacy