Lowyat.NET: Latest topics by marcusboy

Three phase wiring

marcusboy — Thu, 31 Jul 2025 23:40:06 +0800

Hello,

Has anyone install 3 phase wiring recently? I intend to get an EV and have been advised to change my wiring to 3 phase. I like to know what is the cost of converting to 3 phase. The idea is to eventually install solar panels. Can someone suggest a good solar panel install too? Thank you.

Ringgit depreciation, good time to redeem?

marcusboy — Sat, 08 Aug 2015 15:48:03 +0800

Need advice from all the Sifus here.

I work overseas so the ringgit depreciation is helpful if I want to pay off my mortgage on my property in Malaysia. I don't know whether this is advisable because some people are saying Malaysian property, economy etc will collapse like Greece. Would it be wise to pay off the mortgage or just save the money?

I know all that is currently happening is not good for Malaysia and Malaysians who are living and working in Malaysia and I do hope and pray things will turn around and improve. After all, Malaysia is still home. I worry for Malaysia and hope it will be alright soon.

Thank you for the advice.

Iphone 6 plus - low volume

marcusboy — Sun, 26 Oct 2014 23:17:50 +0800

Hey guys,

I just got my iphone 6 plus. I noticed that the volume for the calls I receive or make (including the ringing tones when I make the call) is very faint even when I try to increase the volume button. Has anyone experienced this? I thought this is a problem with Viber calls because the connection is not good but it seems. That even normal calls are like that. Any advice ?

SS 12, 14 or 18 Subang Jaya

marcusboy — Sat, 14 Jun 2014 23:42:05 +0800

To all you taiko taiko and property gurus, I need some advice please. I am looking for fir a single storey terrace/link in Subang. Please can you advise where it is better area to buy fur investment and to live? SS12, 14 or 18? Looking for corner but too expensive and does not seem to be available so intermediate unit.

Appreciate your advice. Thank you.

Advice needed - SS terrace or apartment

marcusboy — Sun, 02 Mar 2014 20:39:32 +0800

I need some advice from all you property gurus and sifus.

Would you buy/invest in a single storey terrace not renovated, leasehold in old PJ (about 50 years left) about 2000 ft but intermediate lot 500k or a freehold apartment in Puchong slightly renovated at 390k? I am thinking the house because single storey not easily available also regarded as land also unlike apartment. Nowadays also lot of apartments. Intention to let out. What would be a better investment?

Thank you.

Advice please - SS terrace or apartment

marcusboy — Sun, 02 Mar 2014 20:28:34 +0800

I need advice please from all you property gurus and sifus.

If you have a choice between a leasehold with 50 years to run single storey terrace house in PJ not renovated (500k) and a apartment in Puchong freehold some renovation, what would you buy and why? I prefer the house because lands area about 2000 sq ft and at least a house. There are so many apartments available but landed property not easy to find. I like to have some advice please.

In terms of investment which is better in medium to long term? Hope to rent out.

Thank you.

Apple care

marcusboy — Sun, 27 Oct 2013 22:11:41 +0800

Need some advice. I am thinking of getting the new retina mbp. Do you think it is necessary to sign up for two ear Apple care? So expensive when it adds up. Being such a trusted brand and a hardy notebook, is it really necessary? Appreciate advice from whether members face problems with their macs to utilise Apple care although I know people o sign up for it.

Airport transfer in Melbourne

marcusboy — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 13:38:10 +0800

Hi All,

I need advice from all those who have been to Melbourne. Please can you advise how much is the taxi fare from Tullamarine airport, Melbourne to CBD? I understand if you pre-book a taxi, it is AUD26 per person but if you take a txi from the taxi rank file outside the airport itself it is AUD45 but not sure if it is for one taxi or one person? Any other charges like toll or tips?

Also, please advise how much to set aside for meals for one day. Any good vegetarian restaurants or places to eat? Places to see and things worth buying?

Thank you all so much.

Stamp duty

marcusboy — Mon, 09 Jul 2012 21:40:48 +0800

Please can you tell me here I can find information on the stamp duty sable on transfer if a landed property and the stamp duty for the loan documents?

Thank you.

Stamp duty for transfer

marcusboy — Mon, 09 Jul 2012 18:40:26 +0800

Hello dariofoo,

Please can I know where I can ind the calculation for stamp duty for transfer of property (with title) and for payment of charge?

Thank you.

PJ or BK?

marcusboy — Fri, 13 May 2011 12:55:34 +0800

Hi, I really need some advice from all you sifus.

I am thinking of buying a house for own stay (not immediately but in about 3-4 year't time). I am now working overseas and am in late 40s. I have lived most of my life in PJ - older part of PJ. So naturally would like to return to live there. I found out that the prices of houses have spiral up so much that it is barely affordable. The houses in the older part PJ are leasehold with an average of 50 years left and are goig for easily 1.3, 1.4 million for a not renovated single storey bungalow. I cannot find a single story semi d corner.

A friend took me to BK and the new houses there have some nice designs but the intermediate unit is over 800k and a corner is (about 3500 sq ft if you are lucky) is 1.2 - 1.3 million. Would you buy a PJ old house and renovate (I don't intend to demolish and renovate - only some parts) or buy the new BK houses. Although it is for my own stay, it would be good of course if there is capital appreciation.

I would really appreciate your advice.

Thanks in advance.

Living near high tension wires

marcusboy — Mon, 09 May 2011 00:08:57 +0800

Hi all you sighs out there. I really need sone advice. What are your thoughts of buying a house and living near high tension wires? The houses near such structures are generally cheaper.
Does anyone know if there are any I'll effects although I heard about radiation. How bad is it?

Thanks in advance for the advice.

loan for auction property

marcusboy — Fri, 06 May 2011 17:35:17 +0800

Sifus here - can you advise or suggest which bank is good for auction property? Not bid yet for property so wondering if can apply for loan beforehand becasue scared loan documents etc delayed and then release money also delay.

Please advise.

Thank you.

Condo with a garden

marcusboy — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 15:39:04 +0800

Hi all,

I need your suggestions and advice. Does anyone know a project which has a ground floor unit with a garden but is actually a condo/apartment., that means has security etc. Any idea what the cost would be? Any new projects with this concept nearer to PJ/Subang?

Thank you for the suggestion and advice.

Any news on South Quay

marcusboy — Sat, 02 Apr 2011 21:09:12 +0800

Hi Sorry ,I am not up to date. I like to know if anyone has got any news on South Quay in Bandar Sunway or managed to buy a unit? Is it worth investing? Thanks.

South Quay Bandar Sunway

marcusboy — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 12:24:12 +0800

Please, I like some views and advice on South Quay in Bandar Sunway (developer Sunway City). I heard their condo selling at RM650 psf. Would you consider it to be a good investment because of the location etc. If not, can suggest good investment - where?

Thank you. Looking forward to some unbiased views. Many thanks.