Living in JB

[Funds Transfer]

The medieval looking bridge only came up recently. Just a few weeks ago when I started travelling on the Coastal highway, the place looked like a tsunami region, swampy area and a few houses looking as if they just survived. But the pace of change in Iskandar is amazing.

Don't know the developments but believe you could check with the Danga properties folks.

Drove up this around 5pm today and it took us around 30 minutes to clear the checkpoints and get on the coastal highway. We have been noticing an interesting development as we drive along the coastal highway. It's on an island on the left connected by a medieval looking bridge and I thought it was cool and had a very exclusive feel to it. Is it Danga Island? Anyone know how much those properties are going for?

I'm also glad to see the 2nd lake (a mini one) they promised us near our houses in NI P8 looks like it's being built. I noticed a "No Swimming" and "No Fishing" sign placed and perimeter fence similar to the main lake set up around it.

 

[yonglip]

Panic button? is it something that comes together with any security alarm system? not familiar with that....

if can trigger that panic button good lah....but if u open ur eyes in the midnight, the burglar already got a parang at your neck....then really lan lan liao....

thats y im concerned abt this robbers having the balls to attempt to break in a G&G estate with good grilles and 2 dogs.... not to mentioned those households

without all these in place....

There was a very famous case in Adda Heights (sometime in April this year I think) which made it into the local newspapers/forum. The 3 robbers were armed with parangs and took the wife hostage before forcing the husband to hand over the monies. I believe the panic button was pressed but the guards were still "sleeping" and did not respond. Many of the neighbouring units were owned by Singaporeans who used them as weekend homes, so no neighbours came to their aid too. The owner was badly affected and later complained to the developer and asked for compensation.

The robbers had cut through the metal perimeter and attempted to break into one unit. However they did not managed to get in and hide themselves in the other unit. When the wife came out to clear the rubbish, they forced their way into the house. So you can have the best grilles, locks, alarm etc, but if you happen to be at the wrong place and at the wrong time, still can kanna. Worse if the guards are in cahoots with the robber.

There are many lessons to be learnt from this one incident.

Cheers.

 

[jasonjst]

Panic button? is it something that comes together with any security alarm system? not familiar with that....

if can trigger that panic button good lah....but if u open ur eyes in the midnight, the burglar already got a parang at your neck....then really lan lan liao....

thats y im concerned abt this robbers having the balls to attempt to break in a G&G estate with good grilles and 2 dogs.... not to mentioned those households

without all these in place....

Bro ,
How do you come into the house without triggering the electronic alarm system . The same system used by Cisco and ADT in Singapore , infact better because they detect vibration of window grill and glass pannel . Pls do arm your alarm when you sleep at night .

 

[tutucake]

There was a very famous case in Adda Heights (sometime in April this year I think) which made it into the local newspapers/forum. The 3 robbers were armed with parangs and took the wife hostage before forcing the husband to hand over the monies. I believe the panic button was pressed but the guards were still "sleeping" and did not respond. Many of the neighbouring units were owned by Singaporeans who used them as weekend homes, so no neighbours came to their aid too. The owner was badly affected and later complained to the developer and asked for compensation.

The robbers had cut through the metal perimeter and attempted to break into one unit. However they did not managed to get in and hide themselves in the other unit. When the wife came out to clear the rubbish, they forced their way into the house. So you can have the best grilles, locks, alarm etc, but if you happen to be at the wrong place and at the wrong time, still can kanna. Worse if the guards are in cahoots with the robber.

There are many lessons to be learnt from this one incident.

Cheers.

Hmmm... i think my taman (Sp Setia BI) is not equipped with this panic button feature....

I dont wanna be paranoid, but these stories always freaks me out.... its like no matter how low profile u are, how highly secured ur house is, if shit happens...it happen....

Thanks for the info~

 

[Diaspora]

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As the iskandar development looks like 3/4 of Singapore size.
I feel it is extremely important to know which location of the property one purchases.
Without the increase of population the property would hardly appreciate.

I think, Puteri Harbour would definitely appreciate as it is nearest to Kota Iskandar and other important commercial development.
East Ledang , Ledang Heights, Medini and Horizon Hills.
I'm not certain about others outside the Zone B as I feel, Zone B would be the future city.

But I feel it is best for me just to visit the place to understand it better.

Bro sggecko,

As have been pointd out by numerous bros and sisters here, you must really know what you need / want out of your property. Is it for investment or for own stay? As has been rightly pointed out by one of the bro here, Impiana at EL is an option you may want to consider. I bought a 2BR unit at mid level floor, 1,206 sq ft for about RM550k during the 1st phase launch. Mind you, UEMLand, the developer is promoting this as Resorts Apartments not condo...why..? I also don't know... :-)
NI, which is under the same developer is also a good option. And for RM550k, you can own an end lot DST with 4BR... and 2,116 sq ft !! Both are freehold. I was informed by the SA that the 10% rebate promotion will end this Sat!! That's why I am so kan cheong now...hahaha. P8 is the only precinct with DMC so far.
Feel free to contact me for more info. Cheers !

 

[TinkerMan]

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Even in Monopoly, so diificult to buy house......Here people are buying like.....as if using Banana Notes

 

[iamapseudoneem]

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Bro sggecko,

As have been pointd out by numerous bros and sisters here, you must really know what you need / want out of your property. Is it for investment or for own stay? As has been rightly pointed out by one of the bro here, Impiana at EL is an option you may want to consider. I bought a 2BR unit at mid level floor, 1,206 sq ft for about RM550k during the 1st phase launch. Mind you, UEMLand, the developer is promoting this as Resorts Apartments not condo...why..? I also don't know... :-)
NI, which is under the same developer is also a good option. And for RM550k, you can own an end lot DST with 4BR... and 2,116 sq ft !! Both are freehold. I was informed by the SA that the 10% rebate promotion will end this Sat!! That's why I am so kan cheong now...hahaha. P8 is the only precinct with DMC so far.
Feel free to contact me for more info. Cheers !

DST = double storey terrace?. What is DMC?

 

[Grago]

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Bro sggecko,As have been pointd out by numerous bros and sisters here, you must really know what you need / want out of your property. Is it for investment or for own stay? As has been rightly pointed out by one of the bro here, Impiana at EL is an option you may want to consider. I bought a 2BR unit at mid level floor, 1,206 sq ft for about RM550k during the 1st phase launch. Mind you, UEMLand, the developer is promoting this as Resorts Apartments not condo...why..? I also don't know... :-) NI, which is under the same developer is also a good option. And for RM550k, you can own an end lot DST with 4BR... and 2,116 sq ft !! Both are freehold. I was informed by the SA that the 10% rebate promotion will end this Sat!! That's why I am so kan cheong now...hahaha. P8 is the only precinct with DMC so far.Feel free to contact me for more info. Cheers !

Hi Diaspora, with all the acronyms being used I'm afraid I' lost. Could you kindly elaborate what 'DST', 'SA' and 'DMC' are, would appreciate it. thanks.

Even in Monopoly, so diificult to buy house......Here people are buying like.....as if using Banana Notes

Bro Tinkerman you mean 'MONOPOLY MONEY'......

 

[Funds Transfer]

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Tinkerman

No choice, with inflation, fair valued real estate is a good hedge. With SG too expensive even for middle class, where else to go but out of this island. No prices for guessing that this is PAP's aim too!

FT

Even in Monopoly, so diificult to buy house......Here people are buying like.....as if using Banana Notes

 

[Lord Aragorn]

I'm a bit sceptical with having a landed in Malaysia purely of security and maintenance reason as compared to owning a high end condo.
1. Security
Initially security can be tight as developer wants to manage and maintain the reputation while developing the area.
But to manage security for large area (township) where population is growing is a headache. And I will see more lapses in the future.
It is easily to manage and maintain high level of security in a condo rather than a large housing area

2. Maintenance
The condo owners pay maintenance fee hence it is sufficient to maintain a condo to tip/top condition.
The landed owners also pay maintenance fee however it won't not be sufficient to maintain large area. Who is repairing the road, etc when it needs repair? This is costly.
And over the years I think the area will just look like old town.

On the other hand some landed owners won't have budget to maintain their own house hence it just look ugly like this:
<img src="http://www.sammyboy.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=3269"/>

Not all landed is created equal. There is a type of landed that has the same security and maintainance features as condo, ie. strata landed. For eg. StraitsView Residences at Permas Jaya, which is just beside Straits View Condo, is the first strata landed project in JB. Pretty exclusive with only 218 units, a clubhouse, swimming pool, tennis court and only semi Ds and Bungalows. I bought a unit there because of its potential esp after the 2nd Permas bridge and EDL is completed next year.

 

[DREAMorACTION]

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Hi all, just registered and pls bear with me if I'm asking questions that have been well deliberated before. I have read so many pages and I'm not sure I have digested all of it lol

Hi diaspora, pertaining to NI P8b, is the rebate 10% or 10k? I was told by the marketing agent that it's 10k. If it is 10%, it will be a different ball game to me. I think the P8b (with only 10k rebates) is quite steep, for the quality of the finishes that they are providing. I have had 3 sleepless nights thinking and tossing if I should buy i. This will be my first home purchase. If it's 10% rebates, then I will have a different view on it, and I think I will buy it right away.

Concurrently, also looking at the phase 7A (hillside home, not the courtyard). I noticed that for these 2 phases, there are still quite a lot of vacant units (especially the intermediate), despite the fact that phase 7A was launched in may/June and 8b in September. What do u guys think these 2 phases are receiving low response, when the other phases were so well received, and the price is much cheaper than the new launches of HH? And not only that, with the low response, the agent said that from 1st jan 12, there will be no discount whatsoever, and this is consistent with the marketing practice of the other precincts. Is it true? Is it true that for every launch, they will first offer 20k rebates, then 10k and follow by "nothing"? The agent also said that for all new launches, the 8c etc, the prices will increase even more, despite the gloomy economic.

I have really torn as to what to do now (this house is for own stay). Shall I keep dreaming that they will give more discounts (especially for P7A - due to its completion date of June 12 and poor response) or shall I just buy it? Also come across HH the gateway, there are some terraced house going for slightly less than 500k. I'm torn. Both locations meet my needs, so it's now a matter of which one gives me better sentiment, and I'm inclined to choose HH, but I hate going into subsale market as I'm not familiar with it. Have to stress again that Im buying my first home for own stay, so being very cautious in the thinking process. Buying subsale also means I must have negotiation skill and gotta pay all the fees.

I also read that standard chartered bank, UOB, HSBC and public bank are not good. That will leave only banks like cimb, am bank, rhb, alliance and may bank to choose? I'm sure some of u guys have explored the different options. Can some one be nice enough to summarize and direct me to the best and most efficient bank to deal with? I'm looking for flexi payment, earlier redemption of loan without penalty and online payment (extra payment, as and when). From cimb's website, their package seems to tick all my boxes. Any body has experiences dealing with them? Rhb is also possible, but the website says that I can only get 80% plus MRtA is compulsory. I'm a local, do u know if rhb will extend 90% to me instead?

I really do hope u guys can enlighten me and any advice will be greatly appreciated. Much thanks bros and sis :-)

Having boxing day btw :-)

 

[Lord Aragorn]

Those are going for RM 4 mil and above, all bungalows. But most of the units have individual yacht "jetty" attached to the house. It is located between nusajaya and danga waterfront development so it pretty cool but beyond my budget.

What is the name of the development?

 

[jasonjst]

Not all landed is created equal. There is a type of landed that has the same security and maintainance features as condo, ie. strata landed. For eg. StraitsView Residences at Permas Jaya, which is just beside Straits View Condo, is the first strata landed project in JB. Pretty exclusive with only 218 units, a clubhouse, swimming pool, tennis court and only semi Ds and Bungalows. I bought a unit there because of its potential esp after the 2nd Permas bridge and EDL is completed next year.

Bro , what is price range for semi Ds in Straits View , also how much is monthly fees for such developement , thanks

 

[Funds Transfer]

What is the name of the development?

Casa Amira?

 

[avelc]

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Tinkerman

No choice, with inflation, fair valued real estate is a good hedge. With SG too expensive even for middle class, where else to go but out of this island. No prices for guessing that this is PAP's aim too!

FT

Yea, one bro here mentioned about his taxi ride which cost $9, a few years ago it only cost $4 ! November's inflation year-on-year was 5.7% -- this means keeping money in CPF account, makes us worse off in real terms within that 1 year.

It is scary the way prices go up, am so glad to be hedged in some way with property, and a place to retire in future.

 

[lastresort]

I read this post with interest. By a resident from The Hills, http://www.facebook.com/pages/Horizon-Hills-GCC-Nusajaya-Homeowners-Page/182278325136252. Many of us know about his facebook page, but this post is quite interesting..

Ahhhh... Malaysia TRULY Asia!!!... I guess when you see that header, you know there's a zinger coming..well, you're right..read on!

Hey... our doorbell just rang... it was a neighbor from about a mile away, who for some reason had not been to his home in a year... he was holding about 3 pounds of mail addressed correctly to us...some dating back to October 2010... that had been delivered to his h...ouse a mile away.. I guess the freakin mail monkey cannot tell the difference between Jalan ANJUNG and Jalan AMPUNG... so, the asshole just dumps the shit anywhere... You ask yourself.. how freakin stupid are these monkeys up here... ANSWER: VERY FREAKIN STUPID...

We've complained many times that we weren't getting mail... finally gave up.. well, it arrived!! Thank you neighbor!

Ahhh... Malaysia.. sometimes it makes the THIRD WORLD look like star wars in comparison.

Oh... internet is so slow today that web pages are loading.. well, you get a blank page with a post-it note thattry again! God awful service.. and this is what these monkeys are proud to describe as "hi speed internet service".. Ha-Ha.. TM Malaysia... 1 megabite download speed... StarHub Singapore (just 20KM away) has 1 GIGABYTE download speed.

And people wanna live up here??? What a freakin mistake we made.... NOTHING FREAKIN WORKS UP HERE... and certainly not the monkeys that work for the Malaysian postal service!!

 

[jasonjst]

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Tinkerman

No choice, with inflation, fair valued real estate is a good hedge. With SG too expensive even for middle class, where else to go but out of this island. No prices for guessing that this is PAP's aim too!

FT

Bro you mean PAP's aim to flush us out of this island to JB ?:oIo:

 

[Lord Aragorn]

Bro , what is price range for semi Ds in Straits View , also how much is monthly fees for such developement , thanks

Bro, the semi Ds are about 1.3mil to 1.6mil. Phase 1-3 all sold out except for bumi reserves. Phase 4 was launched about 3 mths ago. More than 50% sold, mostly near the clubhouse. You might want to consider bumi release phase 3 for sea facing units. The clubhouse is about 75% completed. Pretty impressive - you should drop by and check it out.

 

[DREAMorACTION]

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Hi, I tried to make a post earlier. But it's not shown in the thread. Anybody knows what's wrong? Is it pending authorization from moderator? Thanks

 

[Lord Aragorn]

Casa Amira?

The Straits View Residences. It's a development by listed company BRDB. They are known for high end project developments. Straits View condo is developed by them 20 years ago. This website has more info on the development: www.straitsview.com.my