Living in JB 2 (Johore)

[homeinjb]

Have been looking around for home loan. Based on the advices from seniors here, leftout SCB and UOB from the list. Of the response received so far, CitiBank is the most disappointing, they can lend only 65% to foreigners. Can any one plz share contacts from Public Bank

[dragonlance]

Have been looking around for home loan. Based on the advices from seniors here, leftout SCB and UOB from the list. Of the response received so far, CitiBank is the most disappointing, they can lend only 65% to foreigners. Can any one plz share contacts from Public Bank

Hi homeinjb, you may want to reach out to Benjamin @ +60 12 739 9381 from Public Bank. My most recent property loan was done through him. Hope this helps. Thanks

[ginfreely]

Yesterday I watched the Channel 8 show "Pillow Talk" (haven't watched Channel 8 drama for many years and was pleasantly surprised the show is quite nice). Anyway, one of the characters - the old auntie - said something like that - things that I want to do, I do it willingly and happily, other people do not appreciate is other people's business, not my business so nothing to be unhappy about.

[Polarbear]

Hello Brothers,

I have been transferred to Australia and moving in May. My stay in Nusajaya turned out to be short but will see how long before I get back.

Btw I have Proton Saga Auto 1998 (was using as 2nd family car) well maintained and in a good condition, that I want to sell rather urgently at very attractive discount. Please PM for details if someone is interested.

Thanks,

[Newbie2012]

Hi all,

I am a newbie here, any good advise for buying a property in JB? Heard properties in JB has appreciated alot, especially in Holrizon hills; is it still a good time to buy for investment? Thanks.

[Leongsam]

Hi all,

I am a newbie here, any good advise for buying a property in JB? Heard properties in JB has appreciated alot, especially in Holrizon hills; is it still a good time to buy for investment? Thanks.

Should be ".. any good ADVICE for buying property....".

"Advise" is a verb.

[Newbie2012]

Should be ".. any good ADVICE for buying property....".

"Advise" is a verb.

Oh sorrie lah, didn't know English standard here so high.

[geritan]

As there has been some PMs on taxes, please note that there is a personal income tax and it will take into account your rental income as well. The tax rate is 26% for non residents and 1-26% if you are staying here for at least 182 days a year.

You can deduct lots of stuff as a tax resident. Again, the real gains tax is based on the 5-10% (within 2 years 10%, after 2 years within 5 years 5%, after 5 years no real gains tax) of what you need to pay for the difference between buying and selling price.

Always keep your receipts even after 5 years for the renovation, bank interest, etc as these are deductible off taxes. Rumour has it that the government may impose 30% capital gains tax soon for properties sold within 1 year to avoid people flipping and speculating in properties.

I strongly urge those who are buying for own stay and still thinking about things not to continue thinking, just go to the developer you want and buy direct.

Thanks for the info.

[2bFree]

Correct me if I am wrong, so it means if a SGporean buys a place in MY and rents it out for say average 5% yield, he/she will be liable for MY personal income tax of 26%?

[sgtsk]

Hi all,

I am a newbie here, any good advise for buying a property in JB? Heard properties in JB has appreciated alot, especially in Holrizon hills; is it still a good time to buy for investment? Thanks.

Welcome newbie, I was newbie myself few months ago. There were plenty of good advice and Information in most of the living in JB threads. Many of us read thru the threads from page 1 to current. Depending how much you want to know, you could try likewise or ask questions if you have specific ones and found no answers.

[kengheng23]

hi bro & sis, i am also a newbie to this forum,i bought at NI7B,waiting for state approval

Hi all,

I am a newbie here, any good advise for buying a property in JB? Heard properties in JB has appreciated alot, especially in Holrizon hills; is it still a good time to buy for investment? Thanks.

[Rhapsody]

I'm a newbie here too, and Ive been reading all the posts. Thanks for sharing all the info, now i'm waiting to be part of all of you in JB

[Funds Transfer]

Where is the best place to buy a 42" TV for my tenant? Do you have a recommendation? Thanks.

[DREAMorACTION]

Some developments are still relatively valued for money such as nusa idaman. Since its for investment, visit the respective sales office and exercise your own judgement, because We recommend more towards own stay.

Hi all,

I am a newbie here, any good advise for buying a property in JB? Heard properties in JB has appreciated alot, especially in Holrizon hills; is it still a good time to buy for investment? Thanks.

[DREAMorACTION]

Agree. These are the people that are more self-content and happier in life. They could be stubborn in their own way (one may see it) but they live by their decision and they own up. I look up to these characters

Yesterday I watched the Channel 8 show "Pillow Talk" (haven't watched Channel 8 drama for many years and was pleasantly surprised the show is quite nice). Anyway, one of the characters - the old auntie - said something like that - things that I want to do, I do it willingly and happily, other people do not appreciate is other people's business, not my business so nothing to be unhappy about.

[DREAMorACTION]

Haha yeah. My right hand is stronger and has more muscles to pinch too

Pardon my ignorance, why do they name golf event with car names? Mercedes cup sounds nothing like a golf event leh ...

Hahaha, thanks for being a good sport. Oh no, it means you will be pinching more left cheeks a lot!

Eventually probably will have to do some small biz as even though i am an idealist, i have my pragmatic
moments and know one day i will have to leave the company to do something else. I remain grateful
and never stopped telling people what a great company this is.

Ok back to JB here, saw we had Mercedez cup the other day in HH. Thought that there will be more
Merc parked there but slightly more BMW then Merc, wondering was it a Merc/BMW cup??

[DREAMorACTION]

Agree. Based on what we can see here, if all we have observed is only 10% of his capabilities, there is nothing stopping our bro wuqi to achieve something remarkable and make his name

Hi Wuqi, I think you will make good general yourself.
Your boss might be indicating a possibility to you without even knowing it to set up a company of your own and come back to service your company as a contractor. This might worth consideration if you are in an industry full of opportunities and business potential for skilled and talented individuals like yourself. I believe you will do very well in business world where all your strengths will be put to good use. There is no stopping you from more businesses in properties, agriculture, plantations, whole sale and retails, ....

[DREAMorACTION]

Networking is much more powerful that one could ever imagine. I believe u have all the necessary networks and just waiting for the golden opportunities. Fingers crossed for u, bro!

Thanks for your encouragement, lets see how it goes. Actually in the midst of setting up some businesses here on top of the pre school my wife is running.

[DREAMorACTION]

Very very good deals at metrojaya danga city mall (applicable to plaza pelangi too).

Just by spending RM250 with your UOB card (including Sg-issued cards), you will get RM50 back. You will also get 3x the points and a free membership card.

http://www.metrojaya.com.my/shoppingspree_promo.html

I had a great shopping spree the promotion will still be on if u go in on Tuesday, the labour's day

[DREAMorACTION]

No idea but why not try holiday plaza?

Hi

Anyone know is there any seamstress in BI?