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Alaia Titiwangsa

WahBiang — Tue, 05 May 2020 21:09:04 +0800

So weird, no taikor post about this project???

https://alaia.com.my/

Cluster house (or linked Semi-D) vs. Superlink

WahBiang — Thu, 12 Sep 2019 08:29:11 +0800

What's your view for these two type of landed property?
A) cluster house (aka. linked Semi-D), and
B) superlink terrace

It seems like a good way for developer to save cost by converting the backyard (gap between 2 houses) of superlink into the extra land for cluster houses, yet they can charge more premium for it...

Cluster seems nicer by giving more windows/openings to the house, and got a bit semi-D feeling or superlink endlot feel... But what's the cons, other than premium price?

Construction Stage

WahBiang — Sun, 28 Jul 2019 22:33:43 +0800

For those landed property, which under Schedule G of HDA, what is the expected time frame for each stage??

More concern on Stage 2b as it will be part of my payment as well under 70% loan... My first landed house, they don't really follow schedule exactly where it change from one stage to another instead following the sequence..

Below are my thoughts, any comments? Thanks.
Stage 1: signed SPA
Stage 2a: Piling completed, 3 - 6months?
Stage 2b: Strcuture completed, 3-6months after piling completed?

New landed property around KL area

WahBiang — Tue, 19 Jun 2018 08:43:42 +0800

Tried to google but it seems like mostly are old landed properties..

Any chance to get a new double storey in KL within 30km with price below 800k??

What are choices we can have? Only those setia alam, rawang, sungai buloh or kajang any nearer?? Project name? Thanks.

d'Brightton Titiwangsa

WahBiang — Mon, 05 Feb 2018 07:51:40 +0800

So weird, no people talk about this project d'Brightton Titiwangsa? Not good or fully sold?
http://www.dbrightton.com.my

Fuse at TNB meter

WahBiang — Sun, 21 Jan 2018 15:25:57 +0800

For a condo, usually the current will go through TNB meter at electric riser before reach the house DB box. Any idea about the fuse Amp at TNB metet?

I was told some at 32A, 63A and 100A? Wouldn't 32A be too low if got few airconds and water heater?

Smart TV 49"-50"

WahBiang — Sun, 13 Aug 2017 10:13:51 +0800

Any recommendation for Smart TV of size about 49inch to 50inch within price range 2k-3k?

Currently TVs in mind are as below, mostly UHD and Smart, (except one Internet TV and 2K)... How about samsung tv?

Panasonic 49-inch UHD Smart TV PSN-TH49EX600K - 3k (SenHeng)
Panasonic TH 49ES630K Smart TV FHD LED 49 - RM2.4k (Jusco)
Sony 49-inch 4K HDR TV with X Reality PRO SNY-KD49X7000E - RM2.6k (Courts)
LG 49-inch UHD 4K Smart TV LG-49UJ632T - RM2.4k (electric shop)

49-50 inch Smart TV (between 2k-3k)

WahBiang — Sun, 06 Aug 2017 12:55:01 +0800

I got the below smart TV list on hand now, but can't decide which to go for in terms of durability and functions..

Some of those 4K TV are cheaper than the FHD even same brand but not sure why...

LG 49" Full HD Smart LED TV 49LJ550T, RM2.1k
Toshiba 49" 4K Ultra HD Smart LED TV 49U7650VM, RM2.1k
Sharp 50" 4K Ultra HD Smart LED TV LC-50UA440X, RM2.3k
Sharp 50" Full HD Smart LED TV LC-50LE580X, RM2.4k
Sharp 50" 4K Android Smart LED TV LC-50UE630X, RM2.9k
Sony 49-inch Full HD Smart LED TV with HDR SNY-KDL49W660E, RM2.7k
Panasonic 49-inch UHD Smart TV PSN-TH49EX600K, RM3.0k
Panasonic TH 49ES630K Smart TV FHD LED 49, RM2.5k

New wall sockets (without hacking)

WahBiang — Wed, 18 Jan 2017 22:48:02 +0800

I noe there are some walls which can't be hacked, hence we couldn't do those concealed piping wiring. But in order to keep the new house "clean" and beauty, other than those pricey Eubiq systems and wiring in casing (which is kinda ugly) or those conventional extension, any other methods / suggestions?

Review for Welco Kitchen

WahBiang — Thu, 12 Jan 2017 07:34:44 +0800

Anyone used Welco Kitchen for their custom made kitchen cabinet and wardrobes?? Review?

New Project at Setapak?

WahBiang — Tue, 25 Oct 2016 13:04:54 +0800

The area already being cleaned and fenced, with piling process about to start soon ady.
What project is that?

Location: Behind SK Danau Kota, in front PV13.. near PV10...

Assessment Tax and Quit Rent

WahBiang — Sat, 06 Aug 2016 09:24:17 +0800

New house owner here, just got the key from the developer not too long ago.

I know we need to pay for assessment tax (cukai harta) and cukai tanah (quit rent). Are there any additional fees to be paid, on top of these 2 fees, TNB, water, and Indah Water??

But I'm bit confused. I was told to pay for a assessment tax of RM50 in the first half of 2016 (nilai tambah of 50k), and now another letter asking for asssestment tax of 300 for the second half of 2016 (nilai tambah of 300k)..

What does the nilai tambah refers to? Previously 50k now 300k，if add up both means my house price is 350k for year 2016? But how come the amount so different? Is it because first half just completed the house and recif key? Will this amount affect our house market value?? Cos the nilai tambah 300k is lower than my SPA price, but if is 350k, then is slightly higher than SPA price.

Thx for ur advice

Construction Progress for High Rise Property

WahBiang — Sun, 10 Jul 2016 22:51:25 +0800

Cast your vote and your comments, let's see the average speed in the construction industry for high rise...

Landed Property vs High Rise Property

WahBiang — Fri, 24 Jun 2016 07:28:27 +0800

Not sure if this question being asked previously, if yes, it would be good to direct me there or we share more opinion here?

In general, a guarded and gated landed property say double storey would cost less (in terms of price per square feet) than a high rise property say condominium in the similar area, but why? Landed offered better privacy and more convenient than high rise (no need lift, parking easier, ...)

Personally think because of the below few items:

Landed is
1. Less strategic location compared to high rise
2. No facilities (or limited common area) compared to high rise
3. Easier construct compared to high rise
4. ...

<WTB> Budget New Smartphone

WahBiang — Sun, 19 Jun 2016 10:33:39 +0800

Item(s): Huawei P9 Lite, Honor 7, Mi 5, Sony M5, Samsung A5

Package includes: Full original local set (sealed even better)

Price: RM800-RM1,300 for mid-end smartphone, below RM1,800 for high end branded smartphone

Warranty: 1 year local manufacturer warranty

Dealing method: COD at KL Setapak, or to your shop

Location of seller: N/A

Contact method/details: pm or reply here

Age of item: New (or used less than 1 month, with receipt)

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Item(s) conditions: working perfectly okay, new

Picture: N/A

Reason for sale: Buyer

Issue with Wifi

WahBiang — Sun, 12 Jun 2016 22:18:07 +0800

I tried to turn on the wifi on my laptop but it failed.. everytime I click on it, it auto off and cant turn on.
Not sure when this happened, it could be after upgrading after Win 8 to Win 10, as used cable to connect internet previously.

Any idea how to solve this? Buy external adapter or send for fixing is better option? Price? Tq!

Samsung A5 (2016) vs Honor 7 Enhanced Version

WahBiang — Fri, 20 May 2016 08:37:45 +0800

Hi guys, I'm consider go get a new smartphone to replace my HTC One M7.

Which phone priced below RM1.4k do you think works better in terms of durability, functions, and call signal? Owner are welcome to share your experience. Looking for something between 4.7inch to 5.2inch, and light.

In my mind currently got Samsung A5 (2016) and Honor 7 Enhanced Version in list.

Sky Awani 2 @ Sentul

WahBiang — Mon, 02 May 2016 22:16:03 +0800

I noe that SkyAwani is meant for BumiPutera friends, how about SkyAwani 2 @ Sentul?

There is no details on their website though... Anyone mind to share?

http://www.skyworld.my/home.php

DIBS project

WahBiang — Sun, 01 May 2016 19:40:43 +0800

Guess most are aware that DIBS was ceased since 2014, with that, the last batch of projects under DIBS incentive would due somewhere this year or early next year.

What do you guys think about this? With the poor market currently and the poor holding power, I think some investors will try to sell their DIBS property at original purchase price or even lower in order to quickly get out of debt.

Would that be good timing for purchaser to get one for own stay? Any good DIBS property launched in 2012-2013 with price around 300k-450k?

http://www.theedgeproperty.com.my/content/...wners-seek-exit

Process of purchasing a service apartment

WahBiang — Fri, 15 Apr 2016 08:43:28 +0800

Hi All,

Would like to get your knowledge sharing for the following items:

For example, one is planning to buy a commercial title (under HDA) service apartment (2nd property) which cost about RM350k in KL area, the service apartment is still under construction stage. He will be taking 90% of loan from a local bank.

Can you advice how the processes looks like? In my mind, the process is like below:
1. Pay booking fee and sign the booking form
2. Take booking form and apply for loan
3. Accept loan offer and sign the loan offer
4. Take the loan offer and pay the remaining downpayment
5. Sign loan agreement and sign SNP
6. After construction completed and when strata title is ready, pay the MOT/MOC
But when do we need to approach a lawyer? after pay the booking?

And, how about the related fees as per following breakdown?
1. Legal fee for "Sales and Purchase Agreement (SNP)"
2. Legal fee for "Loan Agreement (LA)"
3. The stamp duty for SNP
4. The stamp duty for LA?
5. Memorandum of Transfer (MOT)
6. Memorandum of Charge (MOC)
7. Legal fee for MOT
8. Legal fee for MOC
9. Disbursement fees
10. Any other related fees?

I do understand that one maybe able to get fees 1-4 calculated from those online calculator, but I got confused these items with MOT. In addition, I heard that if the same lawyer was used for the MOT/MOC, the charges will be cheaper, at about 25% of the legal fees for SNP and LA.

Thanks a lot for your sharing !