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  • Johor Bahru Tops Consumer Property Demand at 12th PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia

    Johor Bahru Tops Consumer Property Demand at 12th PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia

    Johor Bahru has emerged as Malaysia’s strongest growth region in 2025, according to new property demand data revealed at the 12th PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty. For the first time, the awards combined expert judging, market data, and consumer preferences to provide a data-driven picture of the property market, highlighting where Malaysians are looking to buy and invest, and which developers have successfully earned their trust.

    Drawing from millions of searches and engagement metrics across PropertyGuru.com.my and iProperty.com.my, the awards reflected a nationwide shift in demand patterns, moving from urban cores toward well-connected regional growth corridors, particularly in Johor and Selangor. This year’s findings show that Malaysians are gravitating towards integrated townships, mixed-use developments, and ESG-driven projects that combine lifestyle appeal, long-term value, and sustainable living. These trends align with evolving affordability considerations, infrastructure connectivity, and changing work-life priorities.

    The inaugural Consumer Demand Awards celebrated eight developments most sought-after by property seekers, with R&F Princess Cove and Leisure Farm leading the list and reflecting Johor Bahru’s increasing appeal among buyers. Johor also performed strongly in the office segment, with City Square Office Tower named the most in-demand office for lease in Johor, while Kuala Lumpur’s The Exchange 106 topped the office category in the capital.

    Dr. Lee Nai Jia, Head of Real Estate Intelligence at PropertyGuru Group, said that the data shows Malaysian home seekers are increasingly looking beyond traditional hotspots in the Klang Valley. Johor Bahru’s dominance across multiple categories reflects the city’s transformation into a vibrant regional hub, supported by large-scale infrastructure investments such as the RTS Link and the Johor–Singapore Special Economic Zone. These factors are enhancing cross-border accessibility and driving confidence among local buyers and investors. Rising engagement for well-planned, self-contained communities, where residents can live, work, and play within the same precinct, also signals a more mature property market where value, connectivity, and livability drive purchasing decisions, not just location alone.

    The People’s Choice Awards, determined through nearly 28,000 public votes, recognized ten developers most trusted by Malaysian consumers. The winners were Berinda Group, CPI Land, Gunung Impian Development Sdn Bhd, Mah Sing Group Berhad, Malton Berhad, Perbadanan Kemajuan Negeri Selangor, Platinum Victory, Tiland Group, Tropicana Corporation Berhad, and TRX City Sdn Bhd. These results reaffirm that consumers continue to place their trust in established developers who offer reliable quality and long-term value. The insights provide developers, investors, and policymakers with actionable information on which projects are in demand and which developers enjoy the highest levels of consumer trust.

    JLand Group emerged as Malaysia’s most decorated winner, securing the Best Developer title in both Malaysia and Southern Malaysia, as well as Best Industrial Developer. Its flagship project, Bandar Dato’ Onn in Johor Bahru, earned multiple awards, including Best Township Development, highlighting JLand Group’s leadership in integrated community development. Public developer PKNS stood out as an ESG frontrunner, earning both Sustainable Design Champion and Low Carbon Champion honors, underscoring its strong commitment to environmentally conscious design through projects such as Linkar 52, Aludra Residensi, and Galeria SA Sentral.

    Jules Kay, general manager of PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards and Events, said the awards capture more than excellence; they reveal what the market values most. Developers are setting benchmarks for sustainability, connectivity, and livability, while consumer data shows clear demand for quality developments. There is a visible move toward livable, well-connected communities, especially in regions like Johor and Selangor, where large-scale townships and mixed-use developments are reshaping the property landscape. At the same time, sustainability is no longer optional, as developers are embedding ESG principles into every project. This alignment between innovation, data, and consumer needs is expected to define Malaysia’s property success stories in the coming years.

    A total of seventy-three categories honored outstanding achievements in Malaysian real estate, spanning luxury residences, affordable housing, and innovative commercial developments nationwide. Marking its twentieth edition in 2025, the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards series will culminate in the Grand Final in Bangkok on 12 December 2025. From Malaysia, twenty-three winners will advance to compete for the Best in Asia titles against entries from fourteen other markets on this international platform. For more information, the complete list of winners can be found at AsiaPropertyAwards.com.

  • Maxim Tanggung Yuran PSV: Peluang Baharu Buat Pemandu E-Hailing

    Maxim Tanggung Yuran PSV: Peluang Baharu Buat Pemandu E-Hailing

    Maxim Malaysia memperkenalkan satu inisiatif baharu bertajuk “PSV Tanpa Kos” bagi membantu individu yang berminat menjadi pemandu e-hailing tanpa perlu menanggung beban kewangan awal. Program ini diwujudkan bagi memberikan akses mudah kepada aplikasi Maxim, menawarkan bantuan kewangan, serta memperkasa rakan-pemandu baharu yang ingin memulakan kerjaya dalam industri e-hailing.

    Sebagai salah satu penyedia perkhidmatan e-hailing terkemuka di Malaysia, Maxim berhasrat untuk menghapuskan halangan kewangan yang sering dihadapi oleh pemandu baharu. Melalui program ini, syarikat akan menanggung sepenuhnya kos mendapatkan Lesen Kenderaan Perkhidmatan Awam (PSV), termasuk yuran kursus dan pemeriksaan perubatan yang diwajibkan oleh peraturan e-hailing di Malaysia.

    Kursus PSV ini penting bagi memastikan setiap pemandu dilatih dengan betul dan berada dalam keadaan kesihatan yang sesuai demi keselamatan penumpang. Kebiasaannya, proses ini menelan kos sekitar RM250 dan mengambil masa antara satu hingga dua minggu untuk diselesaikan. Namun, dengan inisiatif “PSV Tanpa Kos”, Maxim akan membayar balik sepenuhnya jumlah yuran PSV dan pemeriksaan perubatan kepada pemandu baharu setelah mereka menyerahkan resit rasmi kepada wakil syarikat. Bayaran balik ini akan dikreditkan terus ke dalam akaun Taxsee Driver dalam bentuk bonus.

    Selain itu, pemandu baharu juga dapat menikmati kelebihan tambahan apabila mereka mula menerima tempahan di platform Maxim. Mereka tidak akan dikenakan sebarang caj komisen pada peringkat awal kerana komisen platform akan ditolak secara automatik daripada baki bonus yang diterima. Ini membolehkan pemandu menyimpan 100% daripada pendapatan mereka sehingga jumlah kredit tersebut digunakan sepenuhnya, sekaligus memberi peluang untuk bermula tanpa tekanan kewangan.

    Pengarah Maxim Malaysia, Mohd Hazwan Musley, menegaskan bahawa program ini adalah satu bentuk pelaburan dalam kejayaan rakan-pemandu syarikat. Menurut beliau, lesen PSV merupakan piawaian wajib demi keselamatan dan profesionalisme dalam industri e-hailing. Dengan membiayai kos tersebut, Maxim bukan sahaja memudahkan proses pendaftaran, tetapi turut memastikan pemandu baharu mendapat permulaan yang lebih lancar dan penuh sokongan.

    Selain menanggung kos lesen, Maxim turut menyediakan bantuan menyeluruh untuk memudahkan proses pendaftaran lesen PSV. Syarikat akan membimbing pemandu langkah demi langkah sepanjang proses tersebut, mengadakan sesi pendidikan berkaitan keselamatan jalan raya dan penjagaan penumpang, serta bekerjasama dengan sekolah memandu bertauliah bagi memastikan akses latihan yang mudah dan berkualiti.

    Inisiatif ini memperlihatkan komitmen Maxim dalam mewujudkan peluang pendapatan yang mampan dan menarik untuk rakyat Malaysia. Dengan mengurangkan tekanan kewangan pada peringkat awal, Maxim berharap lebih ramai individu akan terdorong untuk menjadikan e-hailing sebagai kerjaya yang stabil, berdaya maju dan memberi ganjaran. Usaha ini juga membantu mengembangkan rangkaian pemandu bertauliah serta memastikan setiap perjalanan bersama Maxim lebih selamat dan profesional untuk semua penumpang.

  • Homes Within Reach: The Push for Affordable Living in Malaysia

    As Malaysia charts its development path under the recently announced 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), a five-year roadmap covering 2026 to 2031, housing reform has emerged at the forefront as both a timely and strategic priority. With the national economy navigating headwinds from global tariffs, persistent geopolitical tensions, and elevated uncertainty, the government’s focus on sustainable and inclusive development is not only necessary but also forward-looking.

    Affordable housing stands as a central pillar of 13MP, with the government setting an ambitious target to deliver one million affordable homes by 2035. This goal is supported by a series of expanded initiatives, including the Housing Credit Guarantee Scheme, Rent-to-Own programmes, and the establishment of a centralised national housing agency tasked with coordinating affordable housing supply across Malaysia. Collectively, these measures aim to improve access to homeownership for the B40 and M40 groups while also reshaping the housing ecosystem to be more equitable, efficient, and resilient.

    This renewed emphasis on affordable housing comes at a critical juncture. Data from the National Property Information Centre (NAPIC) shows that Malaysia’s property market slowed in the first quarter of 2025, with transaction values dropping 8.9 percent year-on-year to RM51.42 billion and transaction volumes falling by 6.2 percent. Adding to these concerns, Bank Negara Malaysia recently revised the nation’s 2025 GDP growth forecast downwards to between 4.0 and 4.8 percent, reflecting a more cautious outlook amid global and domestic uncertainties.

    Despite these challenges, the demand for affordable homes remains strong. Using the median income of the lowest quartile of the B40 segment as a benchmark, homes priced below RM300,000 are considered affordable. Between December 2024 and April 2025, enquiries for homes in this range dipped by 11.8 percent due to mounting economic uncertainty. Encouragingly, however, search enquiries on PropertyGuru rebounded by 29 percent as economic sentiment improved and supportive housing policies were unveiled. This rebound suggests that underlying demand is resilient and closely tied to both affordability and consumer confidence.

    The question of location remains pivotal. The focus under 13MP is not just on the quantity of homes built, but where these homes are situated. PropertyGuru’s July 2025 data highlights that low-income households continue to prioritise proximity to jobs, transport, and essential services. States such as Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Johor, and Penang remain key demand hotspots due to their urban amenities and economic opportunities. Enquiry volumes for homes under RM300,000 remain particularly elevated in these states, with Kuala Lumpur showing the strongest rebound. For many households, older housing stock, established public housing projects, and neighbourhoods close to transit and economic hubs are the most attractive options.

    In the short term, Rent-to-Own schemes offer a practical pathway to homeownership, particularly for those in the lower income brackets who may not immediately qualify for traditional financing. For households in the bottom income quartile of the B40 group, where 30 percent of median monthly income translates to a rental affordability threshold of about RM1,500, rental demand remains strong. With proper implementation under 13MP, RTO could provide a vital bridge to homeownership while newly built affordable units are still in the pipeline.

    The 13MP also introduces long-awaited structural reforms designed to address persistent inefficiencies in the housing market. These include the mandatory adoption of a build-then-sell model to minimise the risk of abandoned projects, amendments to the Housing Development Act to enhance consumer protection, and the creation of an integrated housing data repository to strengthen planning and oversight. The Plan also encourages urban redevelopment of underutilised areas, the use of Pesuruhjaya Tanah Persekutuan, Wakaf and Malay Reserve land, and the large-scale adoption of industrialised building systems and Building Information Modelling. These measures are intended to accelerate construction, lower costs, and strengthen the long-term resilience of Malaysia’s housing sector.

    Ultimately, 13MP positions affordable housing as a foundation for inclusive growth. Access to affordable, well-located homes is not only a matter of meeting current market needs but also of building a more upwardly mobile and equitable society. By aligning housing supply with genuine demand and embedding resilience into urban planning, Malaysia is laying the groundwork for a more inclusive future.

  • Festival Inovasi SELBIZ 2025 Tawar Pameran, Hiburan dan Jaringan Perniagaan

    Festival Inovasi SELBIZ 2025 Tawar Pameran, Hiburan dan Jaringan Perniagaan

    Ekspo Usahawan Selangor (SELBIZ) kembali lagi dengan edisi keempat yang akan berlangsung dari 28 hingga 30 November 2025 di Shah Alam Convention Centre (SACC). Bagi penganjuran tahun ini, KRU Studios Sdn. Bhd. telah diberi mandat sebagai pengurus acara rasmi. Dianjurkan oleh Perbadanan Kemajuan Negeri Selangor (PKNS) melalui Bahagian Pembangunan Usahawan (BPU), SELBIZ 2025 dijangka tampil lebih meriah dengan pengisian pelbagai program strategik serta hiburan berkualiti tinggi yang mampu menarik perhatian pengunjung.

    Menurut Pengurus Pembangunan Usahawan PKNS, Yuzawati Yusof, SELBIZ 2025 disasarkan untuk terus menjadi platform utama pemadanan perniagaan antara syarikat multinasional, syarikat berkaitan kerajaan dan agensi kerajaan bersama Perusahaan Mikro, Kecil dan Sederhana (PMKS). Beliau menjelaskan bahawa matlamat utama adalah untuk memperkukuh pasaran domestik di samping membantu PMKS menembusi pasaran antarabangsa.

    Dengan tema Festival Inovasi, edisi kali ini bakal memperkenalkan pelbagai pengisian baharu termasuk zon pempamer berteknologi tinggi, konsert imersif selama tiga hari, program Family Fun Run, pertandingan e-Sukan serta pelbagai aktiviti interaktif untuk seisi keluarga. Antara tarikan utama yang dinantikan adalah Konsert Gempak SELBIZ yang menampilkan barisan artis popular tanah air seperti Dayang Nurfaizah, Haqiem Rusli, Adira Suhaimi, Black Hanifah, Nabila Razali, Zarul Umbrella dan ramai lagi.

    Selain persembahan artis, pengunjung juga berpeluang menyaksikan penampilan istimewa maskot watak animasi kegemaran ramai seperti Didi & Friends dan Umar & Hana, di samping pengenalan maskot baharu seperti Zan Orangutan dan Kikako Kids yang dijangka menambahkan lagi keceriaan suasana.

    Selaku pengurus acara, Dato’ Norman Abdul Halim menjelaskan bahawa SELBIZ 2025 tampil dengan strategi penjenamaan dan kandungan program yang lebih segar. Menurut beliau, selain berhibur dan bersukan, pengunjung juga berpeluang menikmati tawaran istimewa daripada pempamer serta berpeluang memenangi hadiah cabutan bertuah yang akan diumumkan dari semasa ke semasa.

    SELBIZ merupakan salah satu inisiatif strategik Kerajaan Negeri Selangor yang diterajui oleh BPU bagi memperkasakan pasaran, meningkatkan daya saing serta memperluas jaringan perniagaan dalam kalangan PMKS. Tahun lalu, SELBIZ mencatatkan kejayaan besar dengan kehadiran lebih 36,000 pengunjung, penyertaan 200 usahawan dan jumlah jualan melebihi RM3.55 juta.

    Untuk maklumat lanjut mengenai SELBIZ 2025, orang ramai boleh melayari laman web rasmi www.selbiz.my atau mengikuti perkembangan terkini melalui platform media sosial SELBIZ di Instagram, Facebook dan TikTok.

  • PropertyGuru Perkenal Lencana ‘Verified’ Bagi Tingkat Keyakinan & Keselamatan Pasaran Hartanah

    PropertyGuru Perkenal Lencana ‘Verified’ Bagi Tingkat Keyakinan & Keselamatan Pasaran Hartanah

    PropertyGuru Malaysia, pasaran hartanah terkemuka negara, hari ini memperkenalkan Lencana PropertyGuru Verified sebagai inisiatif terbaharu untuk meningkatkan keselamatan dan keyakinan pengguna dalam pasaran hartanah.

    Ciri baharu ini membolehkan pencari hartanah mengenal pasti ejen dan perunding berlesen yang telah melalui proses pengesahan identiti, lesen profesional, maklumat hubungan berdaftar, serta pengakuan terma keselamatan yang ditetapkan PropertyGuru. Setelah disahkan, lencana akan dipaparkan pada profil ejen, penyenaraian hartanah, serta hasil carian di platform.

    Langkah ini hadir susulan laporan Lembaga Penilai, Pentaksir, Ejen Harta Tanah dan Pengurus Harta Tanah (LPPEH) bahawa lebih 1,500 mangsa ditipu ejen tidak berlesen, dengan kerugian hampir RM60 juta antara 2019 hingga 2023.

    Menurut Kenneth Soh, Pengurus Negara – Malaysia, PropertyGuru & iProperty, pembelian atau penyewaan rumah adalah komitmen kewangan terbesar bagi kebanyakan rakyat Malaysia, justeru ia harus bermula dengan keyakinan.

    “Dengan Lencana PropertyGuru Verified, pencari hartanah kini mempunyai cara jelas mengenal pasti ejen berlesen. Inisiatif ini bukan sahaja melindungi pengguna daripada penipuan, malah mengiktiraf profesional hartanah yang mengekalkan tahap ketelusan tertinggi,” katanya.

    Pelancaran turut mendapat sokongan Polis Diraja Malaysia (PDRM), Institut Ejen Harta Tanah Malaysia (MIEA), dan Persatuan Institut Ejen dan Konsultan Hartanah Malaysia (IMPAC). Mereka menekankan kepentingan kerjasama industri dalam meningkatkan kesedaran awam serta melindungi integriti pasaran.

    Ketua Jabatan Siasatan Jenayah Kuala Lumpur, YDH SAC Mohd Razali bin Mohd Idrus, berkata ciri ini penting dalam membendung penyamaran ejen tidak berlesen yang semakin berleluasa. Manakala Kelvin Yip, Presiden MIEA, menyifatkan Lencana Verified sebagai cara terbaik untuk mengangkat profesionalisme ejen sah dan mengembalikan keyakinan pelanggan.

    Bagi pencari hartanah, lencana ini berfungsi sebagai isyarat visual pantas dan boleh dipercayai, manakala bagi profesional berlesen, ia meningkatkan kredibiliti serta keterlihatan melalui penapis carian khusus.

    Dengan pelancaran ini, PropertyGuru menetapkan piawaian baharu industri memastikan setiap perjalanan hartanah bermula dengan keselamatan, ketelusan, dan profesional yang disahkan.

    Untuk maklumat lanjut mengenai Lencana PropertyGuru Verified, layari www.propertyguru.com.my.