10 tips to make your home Instagram-worthy

Face it. Who doesn’t want a beautiful home? Not only does a good-looking abode facilitate an owner’s overall sense of living, shelter and storage, it also reflects on its their characteristics. In a digital age wherein
Instagram
 is one of the most important social media tools to showcase one’s taste in life, nothing displays identity better than a well-curated home. Want to improve your home life, and be the talk of the town at the same time? Here are 10 easy tips on making your home Instagram-worthy.

1. Let there be light

The first rule of taking good photographs, even on Instagram, is good lighting, which natural light never fails to ensure. This means inviting, window-adjacent corners in which one can read, make crafts or reflect on good memories. Whether with plush armchairs, wooden Valencias or
Moroccan pouffes
, it’s always great to personalise your sacred spaces.

2. Play up the brass factor

As many Pinterest boards would testify, brass is the trend
du jour
that’s unlikely to fade anytime soon. Slice them in accents to spruce up your living room, entertainment areas, and bedrooms. Can you blame us for waxing lyrical about this?

3. Create pet-friendly nooks and crannies

If there’s one thing that keeps followers hooked on your Instagram journey, it’s the cute animals you call family. Take your game up a notch by rethinking the playing pans and lazing areas for your pets. Punch in the fun with colours, textures, and patterns. Since pets take one’s social media game up a notch, you can rest assured that they will help make your home Instagram-worthy too.

4. Chalk up your walls to a good board

Who says you can’t make a mark on the wall? The trick to making it a photogenic cause is to make it elegant. Paint a wall dark forest green and write your inspirations with chalks. Isn’t it a dream to find out that your childhood rule does not apply in adulthood, that you can in fact splash, sketch and scribble on the planes of your home?

5. Your house, your museum

Another good way to make your home Instagram-worthy is to treat your house like a museum. Again, your walls are your best medium. Hang beautiful paintings and arty photographs. If possible, curate them based on a preferred theme, to show your friends and loved ones what your passions in life are all about. Pro tip: Matisse, Van Gogh prints are great to inject drama into a modern space.

6. Embrace your stripes

A photogenic home is all about proportion. To make your home Instagram-worthy, you have to master the art of balancing shapes and lines. Incorporating stripes, for instance, allows a viewer’s gaze to dance around a given space. Imagine the beautiful photos you could take, with a striped carpet, a lined vase or wallpaper in view.

7. Make statements with indoor lighting

Statement decors are always the best conversation starter, and lighting devices shouldn’t be exempted from this idea. When it comes to this, no instalment can convey a dramatic effect better than a beautiful, swooping chandelier.

8. Let your bathrooms speak

Like it or not, people do take photos and selfies in the bathroom! Whether for you or your guests, ensure that this hidden part of your home is fit for the occasion by injecting visual spice into it. Hang artworks on the walls or freshen up the space with some fresh flowers and incense. Our favourite reference of all time:
English singer Florence Welch’s Frida Kahlo-themed bathroom
.

9. Let your garden paint a scene

If your current property comes with a surrounding yard, consider yourself lucky! Not only do you have more space to play with, you also get to enjoy the gift of Nature via your sowing efforts. Imagine the beautiful photos that you can take featuring your flowers and plants.

10. Decorate with your memorabilia

The best thing about Instagram is that you share your memories, and what better way to reflect this dynamic than to have your house decorated with tokens of good times past? Bring out the old records, the old Polaroids and film photos, the old books or anything in your keepsake that you have let buried. The fun part is in the creative ways in which you can use them to add warmth and beauty to your home.

If you are looking for the perfect place to turn it into an Instagram-worthy home, just key in your request on
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What is in store for Malaysia’s property market in 2017

The property market basically function like all the other business trades — simple fundamentals of demand and supply. However, a country’s economy against the global’s economy as well as its political scene will affect the property market.

Malaysia is still going through political instability and the global economy still isn’t looking too bullish from last year. What can be expected of the property market in Malaysia? There have been a couple of reports earlier this year and we intend to sum it up here.

According to
Malay Mail Online
, the local property market in 2017 will continue to be subdued this year. Research arm of property consulting firm Rahim & Co. said, “The property market is expected to remain subdued for a period of 12 to 18 months”.

The Malaysian property market saw a decrease in sales last year and will continue as such this year. It will be a buyer’s markets as there will be a period of adjustment and price consolidation to bridge the gap between prices demanded by the sellers and home seekers.

Global property consultancy
Knight Frank Malaysia
‘s managing director Sarkunan Subramaniam told
Malay Mail Online
 that he is optimistic that the property market will bounce back at the end of 2017 despite the market’s falling demands to purchase properties amid sluggish economy.

Putrajaya has also intended to increase the stamp duty rates for real estate worth more than RM1million, which will come into effect in 2018. This action could be a double-edged sword for the market. It may help boost sales of properties this year and force developers to build cheaper in the future.

“Whilst this announcement is expected to further dampen the high end condominium segment in 2018, it may boost sales of million ringgit homes before 2018.

“Post 2018, more developers may price their products below the RM1million threshold, offering smaller built-up and lesser furnishing,” he says.

On the up side, it may be a positive year for Klang Valley according to WTW 2017 Malaysia Real Estate Market Outlook. This area might benefit from new infrastructures – HSR, MRT and LRT additional lines and stations, new highways and expressways.

However, Rahim & Co. did expressed concerns that there may be an oversupply in the commercial sector. This is backed by the latest Malaysia Commercial Real Estate Investment Sentiment Survey (CREISS) 2017 conducted by Knight Frank Malaysia. The survey is based on the sentiments of industry players.

According to
The Star
, this oversupply will continue to apply pressure on occupancy rates and rental yields. However, over half of those polled said they intend to continue investment in the retail and office sectors this year.

“Despite the challenging operating environment, the respondents have expressed their interest in exploring investment opportunities in various regions.

“Sabah and Penang were voted as the highly attractive regions for hotel and leisure investment, likely attributed to their strong tourism market,” says Subramaniam in the statement.

From the survey, the interest in investing in the hotel and leisure sectors is very apparent with its leap from 65% last year to 93% in 2017.

In the coming months leading to 2018 will be interesting to watch. While some might find their prospects bleak but there is hope. All we can do is hope and invest when the timing is right.

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Mah Sing Group unveils new logo

Mah Sing Group Bhd
 introduced its new corporate logo and tagline during the company’s annual dinner recently. The new logo was designed by award-winning Australian brand consultant
Traffic
. It is the company’s third revamp to reflect the company’s identity —  a company that strives for excellence in product delivery, quality, customer service and customer care.

“Our first logo was designed by my late father in the 1960s which was a horse,
Mah
, inside a star,
Sing
. It symbolised his determination to expand his business across Malaysia and Singapore. Our second logo took shape in 1982, and was the work of my friend who drew Mah Sing’s logo on a napkin. Those few minutes in the most informal of environments lead to the creation of our logo, which is now recognised by millions,” said Tan Sri Dato’ Sri Leong in a statement.

The concept behind the new logo is timely and in-line with Mah Sing’s group-wide transformation.

WHAT ELSE IS NEW BESIDE THE LOGO?

To go along with the new logo, the new tagline reads : Reinvent Spaces. Enhance Life.

“We want to be a meaningful corporation for now and the future. Now, in everything we do, we want to firstly, enhance life. We want to ensure all live well; our customers, our people and our stakeholders.” he explained.

To truly embrace its new vision, it is renovating its headquaters in Wisma Mah Sing located at Jalan Sungai Besi. It will be known as MS@Work. It will feature various modern layouts that appeal to millennials such as open space concept, collaborative break areas and colourful pantries. Renovations are expected to be completed in mid 2017.

The company also introduced its POWER statement, which stands for Performance First, Ownership, Well-Being, Empowerment and Resourcefulness. It is a continuous learning programme to train staff and uphold the company’s values.

“We understand the importance of our staffs’ well-being in the company. Having a high percentage of millennials in our workforce and we believe that addressing their needs is important. We are transforming our company so that both new and experienced staff will be able to achieve a better personal and career growth.

“With the launch of our new logo, tagline and vision, we are instilling a new mind set that will permeate everything we do,” Leong added.

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Malaysia’s first zero-energy, carbon neutral and eco-living house

Make way for the latest eco-living concept in Malaysia.
GreenMan Tin
y Home
 is Malaysia’s first ever extreme zero energy, completely off-grid, carbon neutral and affordable house. It’s a
kampung
-inspired home that only the size of a parking lot.

However, don’t let that deceive you! It’s capable of producing its own electricity, harvests rainwater for the occupants and even recycles its own waste. Super awesome!

Malaysia has been facing all sorts of pollutions for the longest time and the causes are many — from large number of cars to forrest fires. According to a
recent US study
, as many as 6,500 Malaysians may have died from health complications in 2015 as a result of the prolonged haze from Indonesian forest fires. Therefore, it’s always good news that that there are people out there doing something about our environment.

The Tiny Home is fully functional on its own and doesn’t need any external power supply, water or sewage treatment. Sustainable advocate Matthias Gelber (Internationally known as “The Green Man”) champions this project.

“It has bothered me that modern homes are hot like saunas and that the use of air-conditioning has become the norm. We went back to the original structure of
kampung
 houses and made urban living comfortable without the need for an external electricity source and water supply.

“Most people think eco-living is expensive but I want to prove that using natural resources like solar power can be cost effective, provided items that consume a lot of electricity are completely avoided. The GreenMan Tiny Home project is an educational experiment. I hope that many Malaysians will learn from it and be inspired,” explained Matthias.

A lot of effort has gone into the mindful selection of construction materials. “We have chosen recycled, upcycled, locally manufactured and sustainable materials whenever possible in an effort to provide a carbon neutral structure,” said Dr. Paul D’Arcy, GreenMan Tiny Home’s architect and engineer.

Eco-living GreenMan Tiny home embodies the seven components of circular architecture :

Resident
 – The provision of space and furnishings are carefully selected to satisfy the lifestyle requirements of the occupant

Region
 – Construction materials and methods are chosen to address local climatic requirements.

Reduction
 – Elimination the use of high energy consuming climate control systems and wasted space.

Recovery
 – The use of rainwater harvesting and solar power removes the need for electrical and water connections. Grey and black water treatment systems provide nutrients for fruit and vegetables.

Recycle
 – Discarded items and materials used to manufacture the furniture, air diffusers, light fixtures and accessories are collected by local and international students.

Repair –
 Discarded computer fans and even a car water pump are collected and repaired. These items make up the components of the Tiny Home’s ventilation and water distribution systems.

Replenish
 – The GreenMan Tiny home is carbon neutral in its construction and zero-carbon footprint in its daily use. This unique combination contributes to the replenishment and repair of Mother Earth.

In addition, each Tiny Home is fully portable due to it’s compact size. Hence, it can be a suitable means of housing victims of floods and other natural disasters as well. However, this compact size takes into account the minimum space required for unhindered movement and daily activities.

Finally, the GreenMan Tiny Home comes at an affordable price of RM60,000 to RM65,000 only.

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Must-visit art galleries in Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur is not only a booming financial hub, it is also a platform for artistic pursuits. Besides beautiful malls and historical landmarks, the city also hosts a series of galleries and museums. Curious to find out what inspires Malaysians? Just visit these art galleries in Kuala Lumpur to find out.

Galeri Petronas

Established in 1993 by
PETRONAS
,
Galeri Petronas
 aims to discover and promote hidden Malaysian talents. Arty highlights include standout works by high-ranking artists Abdul Latiff Mohidin and Syed Ahmad Jamal. From time to time, Galeri Petronas hosts workshops and competitions, in hopes to improve public awareness on the local art landscape.

Ground Floor, Petronas Towers, Suria KLCC, Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur

TAKSU KL

Created in 1989,
TAKSU
 is the first gallery to promote the contemporary art movement in Malaysia. They have since expanded their wings to Bali and Singapore to reach out to highlight more Southeast Asian artists. The KL gallery is not only an exhibition space, it is also a consulting firm wherein collectors and dealers can seek advise. Their best pillar to date: the TARP (Artist Residency Program), an exhibition-centric program that promotes collaborative efforts between young talents.

Jalan Pawang, Kuala Lumpur

Wei Ling Gallery

Founded by art enthusiast Lim Wei Ling,
Wei Ling Gallery
 is definitely a labor of love. Located on Brickfield’s Jalan Scott, the gallery tirelessly showcases both local and international contemporary art every month. Wei Ling’s portfolio covers all aspects of art including paintings, architecture models, sculptures, photography and mixed media installations. The gallery also doubles as a publishing house; here, you can find many books profiling contemporary artists and their approaches.

8 Jalan Scott, Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur

National Visual Arts Gallery

Located in a complex next to the National Library Theatre, the National Visual Arts Gallery sits for art lovers and knowledge seekers to come together. Starting with only four artworks in 1958, the gallery has grown in leaps and bounds. Today, it boasts over 4,000 Malaysian artworks, making it one of the best art galleries in Kuala Lumpur to date.

National Visual Arts Gallery, 23B Jalan Bachang, Kuala Lumpur

Galeri Chandan

Owning its name to Perak’s Bukit Chandan,
Galeri Chandan
 promotes cultural exchanges, art and craftsmanship. On top of promoting urban installations, the hip gallery also highlights contemporary indigenous art via three in-house programs: The Future of Malaysian Art Project, Malaysian Emerging Artist Award, and the Kembara Jiwa (Travelling Soul) Award.

Publika, 1 Jalan Dutamas 1, Solaris Dutamas, Kuala Lumpur

Map @ Publika

Publika’s
Map
 splits into two divisions: the White Box and the Black Box. Due to its open-plan perimeter, the White Box is more apt for showcasing art exhibitions and grand installations. The Black Box, meanwhile, serves as a 250-seat theatre hosting music events, video installations, and stand-up comedy events.

1, Jalan Dutamas 1, Solaris Dutamas, Kuala Lumpur

Alliance Française KL

Alliance Française is first and foremost a language centre, so one would not typically know them to be an exhibition space. Well, they are one! Following this, Alliance Française hosts the annual French Film Festival, which explores not only summer films but also contemporary French art.

15 Lorong Gurney, Kuala Lumpur

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Bumbung For Agents new app

Having some experience as a real estate agent in the past, we know that life as an agent is always on the move. Understanding this, Bumbung has just recently launched a new app,
Bumbung for Agents
.

The app includes functions such as uploading listings and managing credits within the app. It is absolutely free for agents to list properties as well as to start a Bumbung account.

The sign up is very simple. All they need to do is to key in their basic profile along with a valid contact number and REN / EA / PEA identification (registered license under
BOVAEA
 – Board of Valuers Appraisers and Estate Agents).

Since Bumbung’s launch in May 2016, it

has connected many home seekers and agents via their platform Bumbung.co. It has generated over 1,000 matches for the current existing agents in the short eight months of operating.

A match is only generated when the home seeker requirements and a listing has an 80% compatibility match. This is based on the budget, location, timeliness, required property date and the rating of the agent.

“We’re happy to know that our product is serving a larger purpose to bring transparency into the property marketplace. Especially with many other platforms offering only classified ads.  The agents using us have been supportive of our work because we were able to justify their marketing cost with us through the results that they have seen,” says Gadiy Lim, Bumbung’s co-founder.

We know that there are agents who will spend an average of over RM2,000 and above per month on advertisements. However, as the space is very saturated with many agents offering the same thing, these advertisements don’t necessarily reflect the actual results.

So that’s why Bumbung exist to do what it does. Plus, we made this app as a value added service for Bumbung’s go-getter agents.

DOWNLOAD BUMBUNG FOR AGENTS :

The app is now available to download for free from the
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Kota Kinabalu goes green with new eco-friendly building requirements

Going green is a concept still in its infancy stage in Malaysia, but it’s growing. Kota Kinabalu for one has recently announced all buildings to send in their Overall Transfer Thermal Value (OTTV) and Roof Insulation submissions, effective August. Following this, the
Kota Kinabalu City Hall (DBKK)
 will seek the counsel of the
Malaysian Green Building Confederation (MGBC)
 to set up necessary policies and guidelines to facilitate this. Soon, all buildings, both residential and non-residential, will have to comply.

The KK government owes their inspiration to Singapore. There, OTTV submission has been compulsory for all non-residential buildings, and roof insulation, for all buildings, for more than 10 years. Their compliance comes as no surprise, as on the global front, OTTV submission has long been an effective metric to measure and curb carbon footprints.

Moving forward

The announcement could not have come at a better time. However small, Malaysia’s efforts in developing sustainability in present policies are evident.
The Green Building Index (GBI)
 meanwhile has been educating developers and contractors on eco-friendliness since 2008. And the year of 2015 saw Bursa Malaysia mandating reports of environmental, social and governance (ESG) from all listed companies.

So it isn’t too much to say that we foresee Malaysia walking
alongside Sweden
 one day in the green arena. Perhaps the appreciation for Nature would become so strong among Malaysians that our future generations could comprehend eco-friendly building requirements as early as in school. For now it is all a dream, but now that the intention is set, it’s much easier to get there. And get there, we will.

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Making your home more “hygge”

Each time we think we have mastered a lifestyle trend, another one comes along. Marie Kondo’s decluttering theory probably has to scoot over to make room for hygge, the latest lifestyle craze. Hygge is so
en vogue
 that there are more than 1.6 million #hygge posts on Instagram and it was shortlisted for the 2016 Oxford Dictionary
Word of the Year
.

Hygge (pronounced as hoo-gah) — a Danish word — is basically a characteristic of Danish culture that is associated to indulgence, relaxation and gratitude. Deriving from a 16th century Norwegian term,
hugga
 that means ‘to comfort’ or ‘to console’. It is related to the English word ‘hug’ as well. In the
Oxford Dictionary
, the word hygge has been defined as a quality of cosiness and comfortable conviviality that kindles a feeling of contentment or well-being.

Hygge is described by
The

New York Times
 as “a national manifesto, nay, an obsession expressed in the constant pursuit of homespun pleasures involving candlelight, fires, fuzzy knitted socks, porridge, coffee, cake, and other people.”

Some refer to hygge as an art of creating intimacy either with yourself, friends and your home. The latter is especially true for the Danes since they spend a lot of time in their homes due to the country’s weather, and the interior design aspect of a home has become a branch of hygge although the lifestyle is anti-materialistic.

Given that Denmark frequently tops lists of the happiest countries in the world in surveys conducted by the United Nations — consistently beating Sweden and Norway — there must be some truth to practising hygge.

The Scandinavian lifestyle trend has taken the UK by storm and there are signs that it is going to do the same to the US.
The New Yorker

reports that at least six new books on the subject of hygge were published in the US alone last year, with more to come in 2017.

It’s no surprise that this relaxed and soothing concept would soon rise in popularity around the globe during these high stress and high anxiety times. Based on the report about families in the UK by market research company Mintel shows that 57% of parents agree that families are not as close as they used to be because busy lifestyles have taken a toll on family time.

“The UK’s adoption of the Danish concept of hygge poses opportunities for brands to help stressed-out Brits relax and bring busy families back together,” says Jack Duckett, Mintel’s Senior Consumer Lifestyles Analyst.

While hygge is more of a lifestyle than a product, but it hasn’t stopped major retailers from using the buzzword as a mean to make a buck. Recently, Swedish furniture giant IKEA compiled a list of things people can do to get the hygge feeling at home.

We agree that hygge is more of a lifestyle but a cosy house is still a home that exudes some form of warmth. Here’s our list of five things that will make your home feel more homey:

SCENTED CANDLES

Create a sensual surrounding in your home with this beautifully designed limited edition
Rosa Mundi scented candle
 by
Diptyque
. The exclusive floral motif expresses the duality of the two roses — Damascena, the Damask rose, and Centifolia, the May rose — used in this scented candle. It has fruity and fresh notes like currant, bergamot, lychee and geranium. RM175 for 70g and RM295 for 190g,
KENS Apothecary
.

FURRY THROWS/BLANKETS

Nothing spells cosy more than furry blanket you can wrap yourself with. Or even better, if you can cuddle up with a loved one. This throw comes in only white but its neutral colour will go very well with any other coloured furniture in your home. RM139,
IKEA
.

ESSENTIAL OILS

Create the perfect surrounding with lavender scents that will keep you calm and relax anytime during the day. While it can be used for aromatherapy, it can even be used moisturise any irritation and roughness on the skin. The benefit are abundant, from relieving insomnia and many forms of headaches to repelling insects. RM62,
Sephora Malaysia
.

PATTERNED CARPETS

Perhaps furry and fluff is too much for some people. How about a patterned carpet to go along with other colourful and patterned furnitures? It will definitely add a touch of hygge in your home too. This could be ideally placed in the living room or under the dining table with its flat-woven surface. RM399,
IKEA
.

KNITTED CUSHION COVERS

Instead of furry stuff, all things knitted also have a warm-cosy effect for your home. This simple and beautiful cushion cover that just radiates a balmy feeling although it’s in a shade of dark blue. It also comes in two other colours — grey and beige. RM89.90,
H&M
.

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Alert! Protect yourself from fraud cases involving illegal real estate agents

Homebuyers and sellers should be wary when enlisting the services of illegal real estate agents and negotiators. Last year, 105 fraud cases related to illegal real estate agents were reported.

Compared to the 180 reported cases in 2015, it has decrease but it still causes problems for BOVEA and the government. These numbers were announced at the
Malaysia’s Annual Real Estate Convention 2017
 (MAREC) last week.

“The greatest challenge faced by the board is when members of the public use the services of the illegal real estate agents. Even though we have repeatedly advised against it.

“This has also resulted in the government losing out on revenues as these illegal agents do not pay taxes,’’ said Deputy Finance Minister Datuk Lee Chee Leong.

Lee warns the public that very little could be done to help those who have been cheated by unregistered real estate agents and negotiators.

However, if they suspect they are dealing with an illegal broker, they can make a police report. They can also inform the
Board of Valuers, Appraisers and Estate Agents Malaysia
 (BOVEA) on top of that. These illegal real estate agents can face quite severe penalties if found guilty after investigations. They have to pay a RM300,000 fine or/and serve 3 years jail term.

Although there were laws to bring the illegal agents to book, it’s not effective. The
Malaysian Institute of Estate Agents
 (MIEA) immediate past-president Siva Shanker said enforcement is lacking.

“If the enforcement starts and you make an example of a few of them, the rest will disappear or will try to get themselves registered,’’ added Siva.

How to identify illegal real estate agents?

There are 22,000 active registered real estate negotiators (REN) in the market, according to MIEA president Erick Kho.

There are ways to identify a registered real estate agent (REA) and REN. A REA will carry a four-digit REA number, while a REN will have a five-digit REN number. That is the first step in spotting the slightest irregularity.

Then, they can use the BOVAEA website to verify the agent’s status before entering into any transactions to protect themselves. Or, alternatively homebuyers can head over to Bumbung where all the agents there have been verified.

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How to keep fit during your move into a new home

Moving into a new home can be extremely exhausting. Many people feel stressed out because they experience a perceived shortage of time for themselves. So whether you’re a fitness enthusiast or just a regular Joe, it’s important that you take care of yourself during this transition. Below are thus quick tips on how to keep fit during your move.

Eat as healthily as possible.

Now is not the time to indulge in those cheeseburgers or chips. You need to use a lot of mental and physical energy to ensure your life is eased into the new house and nothing gets lost. There will be times when you need to even carry those heavy boxes yourself when your movers are busy handling your furnitures. So supply yourself with cleaner energy by increasing your vegetable, fibre and water intake.

Find time to do mini workouts.

It might be impossible to schedule hour-long gym sessions, but who says you can’t keep your routine? The trick steal in some exercise in between moving tasks. Spending ten to fifteen minutes on yoga, weight-lifting or brisk walking can do wonders for the mind and body. Just be sure that your previous task is completed before you disconnect and work a sweat.

Keep your organisations simple.

It’s important to organise your possessions well, but it’s even more crucial to keep the process as simple as you possibly can. Plan your boxing categories in advance (e.g. by colour, by item type, by are of storage), so that when you know where everything goes, there’s more time to plan your fitness moments during your move.

Schedule your phone calls and emails.

A fit body starts with a fit mind. Curb stress by planning out your emails in advance. Whenever possible, divert unimportant phone calls. The most important thing to do during this transitional period is to stay focused on the things you have to do and your feelings are you execute them.

Have an exercise buddy.

Whether a partner, your children or a friend, it’s always good to take a break and work out with company. The conviviality of it takes your mind off things. You can also use this personal moment as an opportunity to let them know how you feel during this transition, and how they can help. Nothing, after all, is as hard as you make it!

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Why buying a second-hand home is a good idea

According to reports, the Malaysian real estate market is currently stagnant, with volumes falling and property values crashing here and there. It is thus best for home buyers, particularly first-timers, to consider second-hand homes.
At least that’s what Dr. Rahah Ismail of the Ministry of Finance contended the recent Malaysian Property Summit. In a presentation, she mentioned that the secondary market is currently responsible for 82 percent of purchase transactions this year. Out of this percentage, about 69.6 percent refers to purchases of properties under RM300,000.

So there has never been a lack of interest in home-buying; it’s all a matter of pricing. In other words: “brand new” doesn’t seem appealing anymore, what with unchangingly high price tags. The strong evident in second-hand purchases should thus console new home buyers.

The lacklustre of Malaysia’s real estate also owes itself to the fact that many loan applications are rejected, no doubt due to an overall hike in pricing. According to Dr. Ismail, the approval rate had dropped from 50.3 percent to 41.8 percent between 2015 and 2016 alone.

Now what?

Amidst all this information, what can potential home buyers do for themselves? First, they would have to actually know what their desires, expectations and budget are when choosing a home. Such surety dictates the type of property they would eventually get, which then narrows the choice of locations and available to them.

From here on, it’s apparent that having a good agent will definitely make a difference to the process. If reading this, you feel convinced to navigate through the secondary market, you can send in a request on Bumbung and take it from there!

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6 mistakes to avoid when house hunting

House hunting is a serious affair, as it requires time, energy and money for everyone involved. No seller or agent want their time wasted, and we are pretty sure you feel the same about your time, too. It is thus imperative that you plan your home-buying process well! To ensure that you are on track, check for mistakes to avoid when house hunting in the following check list.

1. Planning visits on your own.

For the purpose of safety, it’s always best to go with your agent. Secondly, you save a lot of time leaving the criteria-based search for potential properties to your agent (that’s what they are hired for). Also, going alone might take away credibility. Sellers might have the impression that you’re unrepresented, making it easier for them to leverage

2. Cramping multiple visits in short durations.

It’s important to take time with finding your dream home. Don’t try to cram multiple sessions in one day. Home buying is a major investment; you would not want to rush this process! A thorough search ensures that you can take time finding a house that feels like home. Nothing like an impulse purchase to risk later regret, which shouldn’t be the case.

3. Traveling separately.

Always ensure that you and your agent are on the go together. If you drive, schedule a meet and then carpool for a house visit. This method not only saves petrol and money, you also save time by ensuring no one gets lost. When you stick to the schedule and minimise damage along the way, you get to spend more time to inspect the house and discuss feedbacks with your agent.

4. Wearing difficult footwear.

Being in Malaysia, you would be required to remove your shoes before entering a home, especially if the seller is still living there. While we wouldn’t advise you to wear flip flops for formality’s sake, it’s best to wear easy slip-ons instead of laced up, complicated shoes. Many well-prepared homes will have new carpet, and often the listing agent will have posted a “please remove shoes” sign to help keep the flooring clean.

5. Forgetting to check the details.

If a house gives you a good impression, you should always remind yourself to open every door and check every cabinet drawer there is. You would not want to miss storage areas by thinking it’s impolite to do so. This is not about being nosy; it’s about gathering sufficient information for an important decision-making.

6. Keeping up the small talks.

Whatever feedbacks you would have, positive or negative, it’s really best to keep it to yourself. Keep all communications about the house between you and your agent only. The privacy ensures maximum buying power on your part and allows you to freely explore your thoughts on the house without bias. And always be honest with your agent about your observations. If you like something, express it. If you find something you dislike, don’t hesitate to bring it up. If you keep things to yourself, you would risk seeing the same property options, which will waste everybody’s time.

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Families today consider work and school to be the most crucial factors influencing their home location. It used to be impossible for the average Malaysian family to stay in KL. But given the rise of adaptation efforts and increased expansions, raising a family in the city is now possible. The key is to choose a well-connected settlement that minimises our daily loss of time. Here we list down some of the best KL neighbourhoods fitting for modern families to live in.

Kelana Jaya

Ever the epicentre of 80s cool,
Kelana Jaya
 is a great location to settle in if you have a big family. Landed properties come spacious while recreational facilities are aplenty. This suburban area connects to other districts surrounding the city centre via Damansara-Puchong Highway (LDP), Federal Highway and
Kelana Jaya LRT Station
.

Taman Tun Dr. Ismail (TTDI)

Informally referred to as “Taman Tun”,
TTDI
 was named after Tun Dr. Ismail Abdul Rahman, a former Malaysian minister and United Nations (UN) representative. So naturally, the entire neighbourhood exudes a quiet sense of intellectual opulence. Aesthetically, the are many terrace houses around, but the recent years have seen the arrival of low-rise apartments throughout the area. Key landmarks in TTDI include the family-friendly
Lembah Kiara Park
 and
an upcoming MRT Station
.

Bandar Utama

Not a fan of TTDI’s old-school qualities? Then consider the more modern upkeeps of its next-door neighbour,
Bandar Utama
. Broken down into different sections (BU1, BU2, and so on), the neighbourhood is a treasure trove of terrace houses and high-rise condominiums. There are three community malls and eight schools in Bandar Utama alone, proving its status as a childhood-friendly place to live and grow up in.

Mont Kiara

If you’re working a strict career path in KL and have school-aged kids at the same time, then a central location such as
Mont Kiara
 is best. Being a hub for expatriate families, the neighbourhood has a multicultural community that cultivates a global mentality particularly in young inhabitants. There are many perks to this chic township,
as you may have already known
!

Bangsar

This district’s bohemian outlook makes it one of the best KL neighbourhoods for modern families. A rubber plantation set in early 20th century,
Bangsar
 gradually transformed into a residential neighbourhood in 1969. Today, the area still ranks high on the list of admirable postcodes. Not only are properties surrounded by lush, serene nature,
there also many unique activities to partake in
here.

Bangsar South

Its name may derive from its adjacency to Bangsar, but
Bangsar South
 is the antithesis of nostalgia. In fact, its buildings are so modern and reflective, the entire city looks almost futuristic. Besides its belts of high-rise, well-secured condominiums, Bangsar South is also connected to surrounding areas via the Kerinchi LRT Station. While this district is not an option for those preferring landed homes, it most certainly serves small families who are constantly on the go.

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UEM Sunrise to redevelop the MCOBA’s 2.65-acre land

UEM Sunrise Bhd, through Sunrise Innovation Sdn Bhd (SISB) to undertake a mixed development project on Malay College Old Boys Association’s (MCOBA). It is located along Jalan Syed Putra in Seputeh, Kuala Lumpur. The total initial estimated Gross Development Value (GDV) for the project is in excess of RM750 million.

SISB will be redeveloping the 2.65-acre land where the existing
MCOBA
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group
‘s subsidiary will build a new office building and a banquet hall with a capacity for 1,200 people. Furthermore, SISB will also develop two blocks of service apartments together with other supporting facilities on the land.

The service apartments offer unit sizes ranging from 1,100 sqft to 1,500 sqft, which target mostly owner occupiers. In addition, the demographic of these occupiers are mostly families and upgraders from the surrounding areas.

Anwar Syahrin Abdul Ajib, managing director and CEO of UEM Sunrise says the project will help expand UEM Sunrise’s existing property portfolio in the Central Region. It is also an opportunity for the company to leverage on the next property market upcycle.

“MCOBA land’s strategic location would appeal to city dwellers due to its proximity to amenities and commercial hubs such as Mid Valley City and KL Sentral. Being centrally located with easy access to surrounding hotspots, the development will become a new land mark for the locality.” he adds.

MCOBA President YM Tunku Dato’ Ahmad Burhanuddin Tunku Dato’ Seri Adnan says this collaboration that would unlock the value of our asset and generate sustainable income for MCOBA.

“This development is for our future, as we continue our tradition and commitment to be part of the stakeholder support system to produce Malaysia’s leaders and captains of industries.”

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In the near future we will be able to control most things in our house from our phones. With the internet gradually making its way into everything, all the appliances in our homes will also be upgraded soon. From things such as lights, doors, windows, speakers, clocks, cooking utensils, you name it!

It sounds like scenes from science-fiction movies but it’s not; it is the Internet of Things (IoT). IoT is the key component of home automation and smart homes.

There are a lot of smart home gadgets on the market but some can be a little pointless. So, we have cherrypicked some of the latest and very interesting gadgets for your home.

SAMSUNG’S THE FRAME

Samsung recently announced its
new lifestyle tv
, that is made with wooden borders that camouflages as a photo frame — more homely feel. When you are done watching tv, The Frame can display over 100 different art pieces in 10 different categories when it is in ‘Art Mode’. Oh! good news, the wooden borders are interchangeable with other designs to match a wide range of homeowners’ decor taste. The Frame will be available for purchase soon.

LOGITECH HARMONY ELITE

The
ultimate universal remote control
 is now just within your grasp. Did we mentioned that it’s the most advanced remote control you can buy without a custom installation? It’s extensively programmable — can control both home entertainment and smart home devices. It connects with the included Harmony Home Hub to control other Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ZigBee, Z-Wave, or infrared devices in your house. However, it comes with a hefty price tag of US$349.99 for the whole package,
Amazon
.

IROBOT BRAAVA JET 240

Let’s face it, nobody likes cleaning, so let someone or ‘something’ else do it for you when you go to work. As much as we have a variety vacuuming robots, it still doesn’t quite get the job done 100%. This
smart bot
 here has multiple cleaning modes including wet mopping, damp sweeping, and dry sweeping. It’s square shape and compact size allows it to clean very effectively at hard-to-reach places. Not only does it know how to avoid stairs, it can also avoid riding up on rugs. Priced at US$199.99.

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BentukBentuk : Malaysian trendy handmade concrete décor for your home

Why go a distance to get beautiful artisanal home decors when we have such talented makers back home? BentukBentuk is a
handmade concrete home décor brand
 that specialises in artisanal geometrical concrete home décor such as pot planters, coasters, soap dishes, tea-light candle holders and more.

Adesh Zaini, founder of BentukBentuk is an IT analyst by day but she spends most of her free time during the weekends or at night tapping into her artistic side.

When Adesh made her first cement planter for herself, she says it didn’t look as polished as it does today. However, she received really good unexpected responses. She told
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 that was sort of what encouraged the birth of BentukBentuk.

“I posted a picture of it on my personal Instagram and my friends went crazy about it and they asked me to make a few for them”.

From that moment onwards, Adesh ventured into it with her husband Shahfiq Manap. The duo experiment and tweak the recipe to perfection for a few months, before beginning BentukBentuk in April 2016.

The general perception of how it is made : mixing a certain ratio of cement with water.

Actual methods :

The first step being the mixing process of the right ratio of water, cement, sand and hardener. Then it is casted into a mould for at least 24 hours for its shape to form. After that, each piece is taken out from the mould to undergo the curing process.

The curing process involves submerging the concrete in water for 24 to 48 hours to give it more durability. Once it is out of the water, it is air dried in room temperature. Then each piece is sanded down for a smooth exterior before waterproof sealers are applied.

Unlike their refined and smooth concrete products, the early stage of their business was not. Back then, there were not many local suppliers that sell the things and ingredients they needed. For example, Malaysia do not have coloured cement, so items such as the colour pigment powder had to be sourced overseas.

“When we tried to follow the DIY blog’s recipe, they used for example chemical xyz, and we couldn’t find here at all. So it was really a bit frustrating at first but we managed to find other alternative ways to do it,” she says.

Last year, BentukBentuk launched eight designs — conventional and contemporary. Having higher demands for their contemporary designs, they plan to focus more on those kind of designs this year, launching every four months.

The four new designs this year includes:

Faceted geo dish

Pointy pot

Trisquare

Mr Tall

BentukBentuk’s products may seem very gardening-centric but Adesh says they are planning on expanding the range of concrete products. Do expect new products such as lighting features, side tables and other mini furniture.

“On top of the home furniture and décor, we plan to venture into concrete jewellery as well,” she says excitingly. It does not stop there. The duo’s future plans for the year includes looking into organising DIY workshops for concrete pot-making.

Most of their customers are people who likes arts and design, and really cares what they put in their homes. Adesh shares that they also receive a number of customers who are interior designers.

BentukBentuk’s products can be bought at several places.
ISETAN The Japan Store
 in Lot 10,
Ohsummosum
 HQ Bangsar,
Entrepôt
 in Publika and Sunway Velocity, and
KONCENT Malaysia
. Alternatively, their products are also available online through
Esty
 and their social media
page
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3 interesting cafés in KL to get your caffeine fix

Over the past few years, the cafe scene in Kuala Lumpur has grown exponentially — coffee joints have been sprouting like crazy. Spoilt for choice, we have narrowed it down these three best cafés in KL that you must at least go once in your life.

We picked these three based on overall ambience and speciality coffee beans.

X Coffee The Japan Store

If you are looking for a minimalistic café, look no further than
X Coffee The Japan Store
. The multi-roaster coffee bar’s original outlet is in Q Sentral but has an outpost in Isetan The Japan Store. They specialises in beans from cult Japanese roasters — Maruyama, Fuglen and Nozy. Do expect prices to be a wee bit pricier because of that, but be rest assured that it is high quality brewed coffee.

The space itself is very well designed, it has mood lighting to accentuate the overall area and wooden seating pods to add some cosiness. As it is located right next to the bookstore, it has a very quiet and soothing ambiance. Coffee and books are always a good match.

Merchant’s Lane 美真林

Blending into its natural habitat, this café embraces its location very old school charm. It has textured walls, natural greenery, wooden traditional furnishings and a mash-up of colourful ornamentation. The building was a brothel once upon a time before it was abandoned, but look how good this place has cleaned up.

This
hidden gem café
 is the perfect relaxation spot to be sipping on an iced latte on a balmy Sunday afternoon. Did we mentioned that the outdoor area with its beautiful natural lighting is purely Instagram-worthy?

PULP by Papa Palheta

Have you been to this popular cafe located within a historic printing plant in Bangsar? If you haven’t, you are missing out! It is helmed by Singaporean coffee boutique
Papa Palheta
 who also runs Chye Seng Huat Hardware and Loysel’s Toy cafés. Actually it is more of a coffee supplier and retailer than a café. However, they do have stellar coffee and desserts, which encourages people to linger.

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Property Photography 101 : Camera equipments

In the modern world as we know it, photography has never been more important to selling real estate. In fact, good photographs can make all the difference when it comes to the time spent trying to sell a property. Like wise men say, a picture speaks a thousand words.

So let’s start taking good photos that will sell homes and commercial lots! First things first, for property photography you need the right camera equipments. We won’t get too technical but only point out the general guideline to choosing the right equipments.

Avoid using fisheye or other tricks

Yes, we know that there is a trend right now in real estate photography to shoot properties with poor quality fisheye lenses. Not only does the photos look ridiculous and ugly, it’s also deceiving the potential buyer. Why? Because making a space look larger than it is by using a lense that distorts the area is not going to increase a buyer’s interest.

You will be over-promising them and they are going to arrive to the viewing with high expectations. Best to use honest photos of the space.

Invest in a wide angle camera lens to emphasise space and create a sense of depth

Doesn’t mean you can’t make a space look bigger without using fisheye lens, a wide angle camera lense can capture the full essence of a space. It allows for a wider shot which gives a true sense of both depth and detail.

On a side note,
HDR photography
 is highly recommended as it allows you to stand out from the crowd. HDR takes several exposures of the same photo and combines them giving you professional photographs that look rich and full of dynamic shades.

Forget Megapixels and Buy a Full Frame Camera

At the end of the day, it’s about the sensor size and not megapixels. It is the most important criteria to consider when purchasing a new digital camera. Larger sensors mean better image quality, better low light performance, but more importantly, a wider field of view that allows you to capture more of the room in your picture.

Use a Tripod

Most homes look much more appealing when shot in natural light. However, if you don’t have professional flash equipment or a very steady hand, photographs taken without a tripod will look dark and blurry. Tripods will allow you to shoot at slower shutter speeds to take advantage of natural light while still keeping images sharp.

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To buy or rent a property?

There has been a lot of talk in the industry whether people should buy or rent a property now.

The Malay Mail Online
 reported Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani recently said during a dialogue session for the Transformasi Nasional (TN50) vision, that Malaysians should change their mindset when it comes to buying properties at a young age (especially those who just started working with their first job). Most of the time, it results to a huge long-term debt.

“It is our culture — we don’t believe in renting. We have to change our mindset. When you go to the UK — they just rent until they have the money to make a long term commitment,” Johari said.

Even chartered surveyor Ernest Cheong said during an interview with
Free Malaysia Today
 that renting might now be a better and more viable option. Why? The given high prices of properties on top of the rising cost of living, is not a good equation.

However, in another interview with Henry Butcher Malaysia director Lim Eng Chong, there was a different opinion to this
topic
. He says that the property market has softened enough with fewer property development launches in 2017 compared to 2016. On top of that, prices are dropping, so he advise people to start considering to make a purchase.

“When you buy a property and pay the instalments over 30 years, at the end of it you will have an asset but if you rent you have nothing, and the ringgit you may have saved in the bank from renting instead of buying would have lost much of its value over the years.” said Lim.

He acknowledges that there is an oversupply of properties in the market now but predicts it would stabilise in one or two years.

Furthermore, in addition to the new stamp duty fees that will be implemented on 1 January 2018, the Stamp (Amendment) Bill 2016 was introduced and tabled for its first reading in the  Lower House of the Malaysian Parliament (
Dewan Rakyat
) end of last year.

The
proposed amendments
 under the Stamp Bill to the current Stamp Act 1949 will see more strict requirements imposed onto home buyers as reported by
Personal Wealth, The Edge Malaysia
. One of it being, having to pay ad valorem duty before the sales and purchase agreement is signed.

That itself will increase the barrier of entry for home buyers. Under the current Act, the duty is paid in the later stages of the property-buying process.

Verdict?

We think it depends on each individual’s prerogative and their own financial capabilities. Whether they should buy or rent a property at this point of time or not. While it may seem to be a good time to do so, a person shouldn’t force themselves into buying a property if they really can’t afford to. What do you think?

If you are really thinking to purchase a property,
read
 the pros and cons of buying a second-hand home. If you need more information on the real estate outlook, here’s another
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Create your own personal home theatre

Movie buffs are always on the search for the best visual and sensory experience. While the advent of technology has made this possible, no amount of big chairs, beanbags or blanket could provide the same level of comfort when we enjoy a movie at home.

According to a HOMEDEC poll, 4 out of 10 movie-goers prefer watching films at home over going to the theatre. Even big screen lovers admit that there’s nothing quite as heavenly as kicking back on your sofa and watching all the best shows from the comfort of your living room.

We have compiled a list of gadgets and fixtures that will turn your regular home into the best home theatre. Best part? All these items are on a promotional price at the upcoming HOMEDEC event happening at the end of this month.

Sharp LE380X Series Smart TV

If you are a voracious movie-goer, investing in the best projector and a decent sound system will ultimately save you a lot of money on cinema tickets. Plus, if you really like the movie, you can watch it again and again.

The Sharp LE380X Series Smart TV is equipped with automatic noise reduction function, which means it autocorrects colour and contrast. It also turns standard dynamic range pictures into HDR. It is designed to enable you to enjoy your movie with greater detail. You can enjoy smoother Full HD visual when watching YouTube videos, browsing for music or going on a weekend Netflix binge.

Enjoy RM1,210 savings with HOMEDEC exclusive deal at only RM3,988 for a special package deal of  Sharp 60” TV & Wide Sound Bar (N.P: RM5,198).* Package also comes with 5 years warranty and free TV bracket. Available at booth no. 7F248 & 7P271.

Shiori pleated blind

Recreate the dark and immersive atmosphere of a movie theatre hall by installing these curtain and blind from DTM Curtain Culture. The Shiori pleated blind offers an attractive combination of high fashion and functionality. On top of that, it gives you full control of your lighting needs.

With just one blind, you can adjust between day or night mode to suit your preference. You can also add a day curtain to give an element of mystery and soften the overall look of your private cinema. The curtain’s netting design is ideal for those who enjoy having an outdoor view, yet want to minimize visibility from the outside.

Enjoy RM348 savings with HOMEDEC exclusive deal at only RM3,132 for a set of DTM Blind (N.P: RM3,480).* Available at booth no. 5K493.

Etano Line Blue lights

Choosing the right lighting can drastically change the mood of a room. Pair the Etano Line Blue lights from
Deng Lighting
 with your pleated blind to create a seamless combination between natural lighting and man-made lighting to transform your room. Striking the right balance can add to the perceived visual space of you room and brings out its colour. It can also provide right ambient for your movie night.

Enjoy RM201 savings with HOMEDEC exclusive deal at only RM201 (N.P: RM402).* Available at booth no. 4P611.

Additionally, all we got to do is throw in some beanbags and we are set! Grab the popcorn and start binging!

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5 Tips to reduce your household energy usage

Earth Hour, No Plastic campaign and recycling are amongst other eco-green
activities
 that have been increasing in popularity. It shows that the rising awareness of the community towards the environment is on the rise.

You don’t need to be billionaire or
celebrity
 to contribute in the protection of the environment. Anyone can and should do their part in helping the environment. Here are
5 tips
 we saw on PropSocial that we think is really good for you to go green at home and start saving money on the electricity bill.

1. Electrical Appliances

Most of the electrical appliances in your home have a standby mode, which means they’re still using energy even when they’re not in use. Thus, the best way to prevent this is to unplug all your electrical appliances when they’re not in use.

Besides that, choosing the right electrical appliances is just as important. Nowadays there are electrical appliances with the latest technology, which is able to increase the efficiency. In turn, this will reduce the energy usage.

For example, the fridge is one of the most energy-consuming appliances in a home. Therefore, you should choose a fridge that has the best energy star rating as this means it would consume less energy. On top of that, always remember to close the fridge door so that the cold air within can’t escape. Otherwise, it will require more energy to maintain the fridge’s temperature.

2. Switch to energy saving LED light bulbs

Per Energy Star, the light emitting diode (LED) consumes 75% less energy and last 25 times longer than traditional light bulbs. Hence, replacing the traditional light bulbs in your home with LED will not only help the environment but it also can save you hundreds of ringgits in the long run.

However, the best practice to go green is still to switch off the lights when they’re not in use.

3. Install solar panels

Being near the equator, Malaysia can get between 4 to 8 hours of the sunshine per day. Therefore, it is a huge advantage that Malaysian can tap into. Malaysian should make use of all the sunlight by installing solar panels to fully utilise the renewable resource.

Moreover, thanks to
Sustainable Energy Development Authority
‘s (SEDA) Feed-In-Tariff (FiT)
programme
, electricity produced from renewable clean energy resources can be sold back to the utility companies. This means that individuals can install solar panels on rooftops of residential dwellings to produce electricity and sell it back to utility companies such as Tenaga National Berhad.

There are even banks that can provide financing options for individuals who want to install solar panels on their rooftops.

4. Remember to service your air-conditioners

If you don’t service your air-conditioners regularly, the air filters will be full of dust and dirt. Dirty filters can and will restrict airflow, which in turn will require the air conditioner system to run longer to cool the room. This also means higher energy usage, hence a more expensive utility bill. Try to schedule monthly servicing to make sure your air-conditioner works efficiently.

5. Change the way you do laundry

By just changing the way you do laundry, you can save a lot of energy. Best to collect a full load of clothes to do your laundry. It is wasteful for the washing machine to operate if it is just to wash few clothes.

Additionally, wash clothes at a lower temperature. With the right detergent, you can do your laundry at a lower temperature and still get them clean. The energy used to heat up the water is quite significant.

Conclusion

You might think that these tasks are small and won’t affect much. However, when these tasks add up, it can be quite a noticeable savings. The most important part is these tasks don’t require much time or money, all they need is your dedication. Start doing your part today by unplugging the electrical appliances when they are not in use. You can save the earth and reduce your household utility fees at the same time. Cheers!

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Paramount’s first hotel venture

Paramount Corporation Berhad recently put in place the final piece of its integrated offering at Utropolis Glenmarie, Shah Alam. Mercure Hotel, Paramount’s first hotel venture, will open its doors at the successful university metropolis township in 2019.

Paramount
 and Singapore-listed
Lasseters International Holdings Limited
 established Super Ace Resources Sdn Bhd (SARSB), a joint venture company in August 2016. SARSB signed an agreement with French multinational hotel group AccorHotels earlier this month to operate the 230-key hotel. The hotel will be equipped for both business and leisure stays. AccorHotels are the owners of the Mercure brand.

Paramount’s Group Chief Executive Officer Jeffrey Chew said, “This deal marks two major milestones for Paramount. The first is the impending completion of our first university metropolis, Utropolis Glenmarie. This integrated development already has residential, commercial and retail components. The hotel management agreement we finalised today will truly bring to life the Utropolis promise. A self-contained, energised, urban address to meet the complete needs of its community and those of surrounding areas.

“The second milestone is our entry into hotel development and ownership.It extends our portfolio as a broad-based property development company. We’ve been working very hard to find the right partners. I believe we have found them in both Lasseters and AccorHotels,” added Chew.

He said the hotel would be ideally suited to meet the growing need for a 4-star accommodation in Glenmarie and Shah Alam. It will also act as a catalyst for growth in the area.

Paul Wong, Chief Executive Officer of Lasseters commented, “The partnership with Paramount presents us with an excellent opportunity to expand our hospitality expertise. At the same time, it enables the Group to diversify into a more defined geographical market. It will broaden our revenue streams and deliver long-term value to our shareholders. This is further enhanced by the collaboration with AccorHotels, world-renowned hoteliers with a deep understanding of the needs of the global business and leisure traveller.”

AccorHotels representative Kondo added, “Mercure Hotel at Utropolis offers an international standard of hospitality and a strong commitment to quality. The locally- inspired brand perfectly complements the urban energy of Utropolis. We look forward to working together to create a new destination for residents and visitors to Glenmarie and the greater Shah Alam area.”

The establishment of Mercure Hotel at Utropolis will be unique opportunity for Paramount to have further synergies between its property and education businesses. Why so?
Utropolis
 Glenmarie is anchored by Paramount’s
KDU University College
 (KDUUC). The proximity of the hotel will provide KDUUC’s renowned School of Hospitality, Tourism and Culinary Arts a real-world training ground.

“We are gearing ourselves to diversify beyond our traditional businesses, while staying true to our cornerstones of quality and value. As a result, we’re upping the ante on innovation, offering more interesting lifestyle themes, and harnessing the synergies our property and education businesses offer. Therefore, this unique differentiator will give our businesses the impetus for growth, underpinning our performance in coming years,” concluded Chew.

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Should property owners appoint real estate agents?

“Should I appoint an real estate agent to sell or rent out my property?”

This is a question that almost every house owner has probably wondered before. Selling your house on your own is not an easy process. Owners have to look for the buyers themselves, communicate with the buyers and do all the administration paperwork. Renting out the property is not easy as well. The owners will need to screen through potential renters and make sure they pay the rental on time.

Some owners prefer to do all the work themselves to save big bucks – commission that usually goes to the real estate agents as payment. There are also some owners that prefer to appoint agents to do all the dirty work for them.

Is the commission paid to the agents worth it? Of course it is but it is up to you to decide whether the benefits of appointing agents outweigh the money you can save. To help you make your decision, here’s a rundown of the pros and cons of appointing an agent.

Yes, why?

Knowledgeable

Real estate agents can be considered the experts in the property market. They know the market and they are familiar with the selling or renting process. An experienced agent can help owners fetch a better price and a higher rental income. Besides that, they can assist owners with the relevant paperwork. It will be disastrous if the contracts were wrong or missing out some paperwork.

Handling prospects

Real estate agents are responsible for advertising the property to attract tenants or buyers. Here, agents will help owners to vet through the pool of interested parties for the right buyers and tenants who fit the owners’ requirements.

The agent will then arrange appointments with potential prospects for viewing. The owner does not need to liaise with the prospects at all. Agents will settle time-consuming tasks, from the appointment time to price negotiation and etc.

More exposure for the property

House owners normally have very limited channels to market their properties but that’s not the case for agents. Others than advertising the property on the property platforms, the agents might have a pool of clients and leads who might be interested in the listed property. This will speed up the property disposal time.

No, why?

Save money

The good thing about selling and renting the property without appointing an agent is the landlord can save a lot. The agents will charge around 1% to 3% commission based on the property selling price. It depends on the agreement between owners and agents. As for rental, one-month rent is charged as commission for every closed deal.

1% to 3% may sound small and insignificant but it isn’t. Here’s an illustration: If an apartment is sold at RM550,000. The real estate agent will get from RM5,000 to RM15,000.

Possible Better Offer

If the owners are not in a hurry to dispose of their property, they can wait till the right offer comes along. However for agents, they rather close a deal as soon as possible so that they can get the commission faster. Please note that not every agent is the same, however, there are agents who are desperately in need of fast cash fast that will convince owners to lower their price below market value, just so they are able to sell the property quicker.

Verdict?

At the end of the day, it comes down to whether the owners are willing to pay what’s needed to obtain the professional service from a real estate agent. Selling and renting the property on your own might be a cheaper option but it’s not a realistic option for everyone. Some owners just don’t have enough time and energy to handle all the back and forth liaising and paperwork.

If you’re someone who likes to do the work yourself, stay tune. Bumbung will be launching a platform for the house owners to list their property very soon. Subscribe to us for the latest updates!

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Bumbung launches new marketplace segment for homeowners

There are less than a handful of platforms online that homeowners can list their property, whether it is to sell or to rent out. So far in our journey, we have encountered many homeowners asking us if they could list their property on Bumbung because they rather sell or rent it out themselves.

Today, we are proud to launch the latest feature on our website that is specifically tailored for homeowners.

Fast and convenient

Upload your house onto our marketplace in less than 5 minutes. Then leave the tedious searching work to us.

Algorithm matching

Bumbung algorithm sends you exactly the right homebuyers or tenants for the properties you currently have.

Verified homebuyers and tenants

A dedicated team verifies each homebuyers and tenants to guarantee they are 100% authentic.

Check the latest feature now if you have a property you wish to cash out on or to yield some profits off rental.

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What to look out for during a house viewing

It doesn’t matter if you’re looking for a condominium facing KLCC, an apartment that is near to your kids’ school or a bungalow at a suburban area, a house is probably one of the most significant investments you will ever make.

We know it’s exciting to finally have your own house. However, the actual process of buying your own house can be very stressful and not exactly hassle-free. It all begins with the house viewings.

When you have decided to buy your own house, you will begin your search for your dream house in the marketplace. Then you will contact the representative agents to set up viewing appointments.

There are cases where some owners didn’t thorough check during the viewing process; hence sometimes they end up having to spend extra cost on maintenance after moving in.

What do we mean by doing a thorough check? There are so many aspects that you need to inspect and sometimes you might miss out some things. This is especially true if it is your first time buying a house.

As we know of hassle that you might face during a house viewing, we crafted a “House Viewing Checklist” for you to use as a guideline. Bring this checklist with you when you go a house viewing appointment to avoid any “surprises”.

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Property Photography 101 : Composition, angles and lighting

The last time we spoke about property photography, we focused on
choosing the right kind of camera equipment
. This time around, we will be talking about composition, angles and good lighting to capture awesome and appealing property photographs.

//therooftalks.com/2017/03/29/property-photography-camera-equipment/As we all know a picture is worth a thousand words, and in the property industry, a photograph can make or break your potential deal.

Effective compositions

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Walk around the room and identify the best view points. Often these are aiming from one corner of the room into the other, or from a perspective which conveys space or the flow from one room in to another.

Always shoot your photographs in the horizontal or landscape orientation whenever possible. The human eye sees the world in a roughly a 4:3 aspect ratio, though the standard ratio is moving to 16:9. Our brain finds the horizontal/landscape views more pleasing.

The two qualities that home buyers are always looking for are space and natural light. That’s why it is very important to keep space and natural light in mind when composing your photographs. If you don’t have professional equipment or a very steady hand, pictures taken without a tripod in natural light will look dark and blurry. So it’s best to invest in at least a tripod, it allows you to shoot at slower shutter speeds to take advantage of natural light while still keeping images sharp.

Know the proper angles

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The angle at which you are showcasing the various rooms in a home is extremely essential. Before worrying about angles, the key rule in real-estate photography is that all your vertical lines should be vertical. This is achieved by aiming your camera perfectly horizontal — no slanting the camera one sided.

Moving on to angles. When shooting in a kitchen, it is best to shoot from chest height (often midway between the floor and ceiling). This is because most of the cupboards run from the floor up to the ceiling and this will showcase the top of the work surfaces. As for the living room and bathroom, where most objects like the furnitures are beneath hip height, it makes more sense to shoot from just below the hip.

Last but not least, always photograph a room from more than one view point. This ensures that you can review your images later and make a more confident decision on which perspective works best.

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Must Know Terms of the Tenancy agreement in Malaysia

Due to the uncertainties of property prices in Malaysia, many choose to rent a place instead of buying one. Renting of properties has been made easier for both property owners and potential tenants with the accessibility of property renting websites online like bumbung.co. Gone were the days where one has to physically step into a real estate agency to advertise their properties and to look for properties to rent. With the increasing rental transactions each day, the likelihood of tenancy disputes has also increased. So, here are some useful information that you as a landlord or a tenant should know beforehand.

Why there is a need for Tenancy Agreements

Currently, there is no Tenancy Act in place which governs the legal framework of tenancies in Malaysia. Therefore, the one and only document which governs the relationship between the landlord and the tenant is the tenancy agreement which the terms and clauses can be freely negotiated and customised to suit the individual requirements of both parties. It is a common misconception amongst the public that all tenancy agreements contain standard terms and conditions. However, it is important to note that a tenancy is an agreement for a rental period of less than three years and anything more than that will constitute a lease.

As I have mentioned above which I would like to reiterate, the only binding document in a tenancy is a tenancy agreement which will contain terms and conditions agreed by the landlord and the tenant. It is the only document which protects the rights of the landlords and the tenants. A tenancy agreement falls under the Contracts Act 1950 which assumes that the parties, when signing the tenancy agreement would have entered into the agreement at their own free will on mutually agreed terms.

However, due to the legal language that is used in the drafting of a tenancy agreement, many would not fully understand what the terms and conditions means and what it entails. Many would have gone ahead with signing the agreement without fully knowing what they have signed up for. To make it easier, below are the major terms to discuss, negotiate, confirm and verify in a tenancy agreement before you sign it.

Major Terms in a Tenancy Agreement

1. Details of landlord and tenant

The tenant must verify that the landlord is the legal owner of the property by having a sight of either a duly signed and stamped Sales and Purchase Agreement in which the landlord had acquired the property OR a copy of the individual/strata title stating the landlord as the registered owner (if title has been issued).

Confirm and check all the details of both the landlord and tenant i.e. full name and NRIC number, name of company and registration number as per SSM registration details (if party is a company) to ensure that it is accurate.

2. Details of the property (“Demised Premises”)

To ensure that the address of the property is accurate and to specify the exact portion being rented (if applicable) e.g. ground floor, first floor, front portion, back portion, etc.

3. Tenancy period and option to renew

The parties will have to agree on the period of the tenancy e.g. two years which at the end of the tenancy period, the tenancy agreement would be deemed expired.

Tenancy agreements usually includes an option to renew clause whereby at the end of the tenancy period, the tenant has the option, by giving a written notice to the landlord prior to the end of the tenancy period, to continue with the tenancy for an additional time period e.g. one year.

4. Deposit and rental amount (including any GST if applicable)

The parties to agree on the monthly rental amount and including GST if the landlord is a GST registrant.

There are two deposits — security deposit and utility deposit — which shall be payable by the tenant and to be kept by the landlord and shall be refunded to the tenant free of interest at the end of the tenancy. These are subjected to any lawful deductions as provided for in the agreement. Do note that the clause is usually drafted in such a way that the landlord shall not be entitled to use the deposits to set off any rental arrears during the term of the tenancy.

5. Payment mode and payment due date

This clause would specify how the landlord wishes to be paid i.e. direct transfer to the landlord’s bank account or its nominated bank account, by cheque, etc.

It also specifies when is the latest date of every month for the payment of rental e.g. by the 7
th
 day of each month.

 6. Purpose of the tenancy

Parties would need to state what the demised premises is used for i.e. commercial, residential, warehouse, etc. The demised premises shall strictly only be used for the purpose that is stated and nothing else.

7. Parties obligations and covenants

The agreement will outline the responsibilities of the landlord and the tenant respectively for the entire duration of the tenancy. Any non-compliance will result to a breach of the tenancy.

8. Fixtures, fittings list (if any)

Sometimes, properties are rented out together with fixtures and fittings e.g. air-conditioning, built-in cabinets and etc. Therefore the landlord shall provide a list of it all and the tenant shall be responsible to ensure that the fixtures and fittings are in good condition at the end of the tenancy period.

9. Termination

This clause is one of the most important clauses in the tenancy agreement as it will be the only exit for both parties. Parties may agree to insert into the tenancy agreement on the methods to terminate the tenancy agreement prior to the end of the tenancy period. E.g. “The parties may terminate this tenancy during the term of this Agreement or any renewed term thereof by giving to the other party a two months written notice in writing”.

10. Special conditions (if any)

Any other special conditions that the parties wish to include e.g. one month rental-free period for the tenant to carry out renovation works in the demised premises, reinstatement clause whereby the tenant shall reinstate the demised premises to its original condition if approved renovation works have been done to the demised premises.

Conclusion

Always bear in mind that it is your right, be it as a landlord or a tenant, to negotiate the terms and conditions with the aim to come to an agreement between both parties prior to signing the tenancy agreement. There is a major need for the parties to enter into a tenancy agreement to set out clearly the parties intentions to prevent any future disputes.

Carmen Tham is a lawyer and she is actively involved in real estate legal work.
 She is the managing partner of Messrs. KEAY & CO.,
a boutique firm located in Publika @ Solaris Dutamas with one of their major specialisations in property development, sales and purchase of property, tenancies and real estate disputes
.

If you have questions that you would like to ask Carmen, please feel free to drop her an email at
enquiry@keayandco.com
.

Disclaimer: The information here does not constitute legal advice, please seek professional help for your specific needs.

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5 Arty crafty workshops in KL

Looking to start a new hobby or pick up a new skill, workshops are perfect ways to test the waters. Be it photography, calligraphy, painting, pottery making, or silkscreen making. Best part about attending these workshops, you get to bring your masterpiece home and put it on display as a home decor.

Calligraphy for beginners at
DC Calligraphy

Have you been thinking of picking up this trendy penmanship skill that has been making its round all over the internet? A part from providing custom hand lettering and calligraphy services, self-taught calligrapher Denise Chin also offers workshops to those interested. Her style leans more towards modern, whimsical and slightly quirky as oppose to the traditional copperplate lettering. Get your hands ready for a three and a half hours of fun! Just show up, you will receive a starter kit — a straight holder, an oblique holder, a jar of black ink,  2 nibs, handout notes with practice sheets and alphabet guides.

Price : RM298

Floral watercolour painting at
Gladys’ Stories

There was a sudden surge of peoples’ interest in watercolour that peaked over the past few months. More often than not, it always involves some form of florals. If you think you have what it takes to create beautiful art that will be totally Instagramable and you just need to refine your raw talents, here is a workshop for you. As per usual, you just need to bring is yourself because all the tools will be provided, even the refreshments. Gladys’ Stories also offers calligraphy workshops from time to time

Price : RM220

Silkscreen painting at
Raksasa Print Studio

Learn the processes behind the making of the prints on your favourite t-shirt or tote bag at Raksasa Print Studio. The workshop is a 1-day (3 hours) group class that is held on a monthly basis. It covers the basic of silkscreen painting — drawing the image, exposing the screen and printing the image. If you miss the monthly workshop, there is a 2-days (6 hours in total) course which you can choose. It is more comprehensive as it covers more techniques.  The course is inclusive of basic supplies but you can bring your own fabrics and etc or buy Raksasa Print’s tote bags, shirts or fabrics. Best part about their course is that they offer private classes by topping up just RM50 during their ‘open studio’ schedule.

Price for workshop : RM180

Price for course : RM300

Mossionary Terrarium Workshop with
Ohsum Mossum

If you have a steady hand and would like to build a world on your own, make a moss terraium with a little eco-system within it. The founder, Ronnie Khoo will provide hands on guidance on how to create one as well as the tips and trick on miniscapiing your miniature world. The 2 hours class is inclusive of all materials such as the terrarium, moss, tropical plants, stones, gravel and figurines, which you get to bring home when you have made your one moss terrarium. The price varies based on the type of terrarium you desire. Bring your creativity and patience!

Price : From RM150 to RM600

Photography at
The Print Room

Perhaps you want to start taking photography a little more seriously after mastering the art of Instagram, why not try out film photography. The 1-day introduction class will be almost an whole day affair from 11am to 6pm. However, it will cover camera basics, shooting, basic processing and basic printing. The class fee is inclusive of film, chemicals and paper.

Price : RM800

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