SHAREDA PH Expo in Tawau will be happening this weekend!

The flagship SHAREDA Property Hunter Expo (SHAREDA PH Expo) Tawau will be happening this weekend from 16 to 18 May 2014 (10:00am to 8:00pm) at the Lau Gek Poh Foundation Hall.

This free-to-attend event is jointly organized by the Sabah Housing and Real Estate Developers Association (SHAREDA) and Maxx Media (S) Sdn Bhd returns to Tawau. It will feature over 32 exhibitors consisting of local and international developers, property agents and banks.

One of the main highlights will be Eco Garden by Solidius Development, the subsidiary of the Chang Cheng Group. Located on Jalan Bunga Raya in the thriving Sin On area, this high-end residential development set on a 5.63-acre prime land consist of 34 units of semi-detached houses and 16 units of terrace houses. 

In line with Solidius Development’s aim to be more environmentally conscious, the company will be using eco-friendly building materials that are of the best quality. The semi-detached units have a built-up area of 4,284 sq ft and have three bedrooms with en suite bathrooms on the first floor.  And each unit of the terrace houses has a built-up area of about 3,638 sq ft. This exclusive residential development will start construction in 2014 and is estimated to be completed in 2.5 years. 

In downtown Semporna there is still a steady demand for commercial development. To cater to the growing economy in the district, Prinsip Hasil will be launching 100 shoplots with sizes ranging from 1,200 sq ft to over 2,000 sq ft. Each unit block is priced from RM630,000 onwards. 

The participating property developers and property agents will be showcasing more than 30 of the most anticipated projects from the United Kingdom (UK), Australia, Singapore and Malaysia. Jalin Realty will be featuring Zone 1 to Zone 6 apartments and student accommodations in the UK, plus apartments and landed homes in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, Australia. 

Other exhibitors that will be showcasing properties from overseas include APAD Australia Property and Development, and Far East Organization from Singapore. Top developers that will be highlighting properties in Malaysia include the Mah Sing Group, Reapfield Properties, Vivahomes Realty, GuocoLand Malaysia and many more. Sabahan developers include The W Group, Remajaya, Grand Merdeka Development, Sara Timur Realty and others. 

One lucky buyer who makes a purchase at the SHAREDA PH Expo in Tawau will walk away with a 9D7N trip for two to Shanghai fully sponsored by Airworld Travel & Tours. Buyers will also receive free vouchers from Louis Pang Studio worth RM800 (for properties under RM500,000) and RM1080 (for properties above RM500,000). 

Visitors on the other hand will have the chance to enter the Visit and Win contest and stand a chance to win Acer Smartphones each sponsored by Acer Malaysia. All attendees will also be able to get free lottery tickets and copies of the Property Hunter magazine. 

According to Michael Hiew organizer and director of Maxx Media (S) Sdn Bhd, “We are glad to be organizing this expo in Tawau for the third year.  This expo is very special because there are a few new-to-the-market projects that will be showcased in Tawau for the first time. Besides this, there is a good mix and variety of projects being exhibited, offering a wide range of investment choices for the people of Tawau.”

The SHAREDA PH Expo is an annual Business-to-Consumer (B2C) event that aims to bring investors and home buyers to property developers with the ever growing demand in premium property. For more information, visit www.propertyhunter.com.my. 

SHAREDA Property Hunter Expo Returns to Sandakan on 11 to 13 April

The flagship SHAREDA Property Hunter Expo (SHAREDA PH Expo) returns to Sandakan for the second year. This event will be held from 11 to 13 April 2014 (10:00am to 8:00pm) at the Yu Yuan Secondary School Function Hall.

This free-to-attend exhibition is jointly organized by the Sabah Housing and Real Estate Developers Association (SHAREDA) and renowned property exhibition organizer Maxx Media (S) Sdn Bhd. It will  feature over 56 booths consisting of both local and international developers, property agents and banks.

The opening ceremony was graced by YB Datuk Au Kam Wah ADUN N45 ELOPURA. In his welcoming speech he said that the SHAREDA PH Expo will unite property developers, investors and home buyers under one roof to cater to the ever growing need and demand in property especially affordable homes. He said, “Since the Eighth Malaysia Plan, the government has spent RM5.46 billion to build affordable homes for the people. In order for the plan to materialize, there will be an implementation in the next five years based on several housing schemes, including the MyHome, PPR for civil servants and those on the low and moderate income brackets.”

“I would like to encourage more local developers to commit to building affordable homes as a means of fulfilling its corporate social responsibility rather than profit motivated, despite marketing risk being a constant issue in such projects,” he added. Over 20 developers and property agents will be showcasing more than 30 of the most anticipated projects from the United Kingdom (UK), Australia, Singapore and Malaysia. Top developers that will be highlighting properties in Malaysia include the Mah Sing Group, Hap Seng Properties Development, IOI Properties Berhad, Reapfield Properties, Kuala Lumpur Metro Group, Bandar Utama Development, Selangor Dredging Berhad (Properties) and many more.

Sabahan developers include Wah Mie Group, Remajaya, Grand Merdeka Development, Sara Timur Realty and others. Plus, first time participant Jalin Realty will be featuring Zone 1 to Zone 6 apartments and student accommodations in the UK, plus apartments and landed homes in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, Australia.

According to Maxx Media Director Michael Hiew, “We feel very honoured to be able to work with SHAREDA again on this exhibition. It is our vision to bring a variety of quality property projects from both local and overseas to the people of Sandakan. As seen in our earlier expo in KK, we believe that the demand for quality properties is still high for both home buyers and investors, which is why we are selective in bringing our exhibitors to ensure we meet the buyers' expectation."

To further create awareness about the current property market scene, free copies of the Property Hunter magazine will be given away. Plus, visitors will also have a chance to enter the Visit and Win contest sponsored by Acer Malaysia. Three lucky winners will walk away with an Ace Smartphone each.

Buyers who make purchases during the three-day event will be able to redeem vouchers from Louis Pang Studio worth RM800, for properties under RM500,000 and RM1080, for properties above RM500,000). The SHAREDA PH Expo is an annual Business-to-Consumer (B2C) event that aims to bring investors and home buyers to property developers with the ever growing demand in premium property. For more information, visit www.propertyhunter.com.my.

Property Hunter raised RM10,000 for NGO Habitata Human

The 2014 Property Hunter Expo (PH Expo) saw over 15,000 visitors during the three-day event. A total of 200 units were sold which collectively were worth over RM150 million.

Organizer Maxx Media (S) Sdn Bhd made an earlier pledge to donate RM50 for every unit sold to Habitat for Humanity. Through the sales, they managed to raise RM10,000 for the non-governmental organization that helps eliminate poverty housing by building affordable houses for the less fortunate. Apart from this, public donation coupled with donation made by speakers at the expo amounts to RM4605.55. Speakers who donated the money from their book sales are Ahyat Ishak, Chris Tan, Miichael Yeoh, Faizul Ridzuan and Richard Oon.

Its President for Habitat for Humanity Kota Kinabalu mentioned in an interview that he encourages everyone to impact lives and give hope by being a volunteer to build decent homes for the needy. The NGO is in constant need of support from members of the public not just in funds, but also in manpower to build houses.
HFH identifies families in need of financial support and assist them in building new homes or refurbish existing ones. According to its National President Mr Allen Tong, the average funds required for the construction of a house is RM30,000. Qualified beneficiaries will be granted the fund on a loan basis with no interest, and the NGO is also involved in the construction of house to ensure the fund is appropriated.

“We can volunteer in many ways to help build homes, build hopes & build lives. We can help many who are in need of decent housing and it begins with ensuring that they have a proper roof over their heads.” Said Mr Allen Tong.

“Property Hunter is excited to embark on this project in partnership with Habitat For Humanity Kota Kinabalu branch. This will be our key CSR project for the year. We will continue the donation drive in our upcoming expos in Sandakan & Tawau.” Said Property Hunter’s Director Mr Michael Hiew. He added “it has always been our dream to assist the poor by putting a roof over their family, and we are committed to see this project come to realisation.”

Apart from the donation drive, customers who made purchases during the PH Expo were entitled to join the Buy and Win contest. Lucky homebuyer Brenda Esther Sator walked away with a 9D7N round trip for two to Shanghai sponsored by Airworld Travel and Tours.

Visitors who registered at the Expo also had an opportunity to enter the Visit and Win contest. Liaw Jun Yung won himself a brand new iPad mini sponsored by Suria Sabah.

Visitors who registered at the Expo also had an opportunity to enter the Visit and Win contest. Liaw Jun Yung won himself a brand new iPad mini sponsored by Suria Sabah.

The next SHAREDA PH Expo which will take place in Sandakan from 11 to 13 April at the Yu Yuan Secondary School Function Hall. This free to attend event will operate from 10:00am to 8:00pm daily. For more information, visit www.propertyhunter.com.my.

2013 Property Hunter Expo Coming to Miri!

The 2013 Expo which was previously held in Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan and Tawau managed to garner over RM200 million worth of properties sales collectively. The organizer, Maxx Media (S) Sdn Bhd, aims for record breaking sales in Miri as well. According to Director Elson Kho, “We are very positive about the property investment scene in Miri. The city has always been vibrant especially with the influx of wealth as the result of the oil and gas industry. Besides, we also aim to attract visitors from the neighbouring country of Brunei.”

For the first time ever, Property Hunter Expo (PH Expo) will be venturing outside of Sabah and will be held in Miri. The event will be held from 18 to 20 October (10:00am to 8:00pm) at the Miri Indoor Stadium. Admission is free.

For the Miri edition, over 25 participants will be showcasing various developments in Malaysia and overseas. Australia Property and Development will be showcasing their C3 Apartment located in Melbourne, Brunswick. C3 is an award winning, state of art apartment that exceeds the requirements of Environmentally Sustainable Design (ESD), achieving a 6 Star First Rate thermal scoring. Another much anticipated international property that will be showcased is The Westcom, the latest B2 ramp-up industrial development by Far East Organization from Singapore. Situated in the heart of Tuas Industrial Hub, it provides convenient storage and manufacturing space at the gateway to our neighbours and the Southeast Asia region.

Some up and coming developments from across Malaysia will also be featured including the D’Summit Residences, the new high-rise service apartment developed by Wealthy Growth Sdn. Bhd, a subsidiary of IOI Properties Berhad. It is strategically located at the Kempas-Tebrau growth Corridor in Johor, only minutes away to city attractions and Woodland, Singapore.

For properties in East Malaysia, Homelite Development from Miri will boast its Airport Avenue, a modest apartment building that offers 76 units located at the doorstep of the Miri Airport. The location is convenient as other developments around the area include Merdeka Mall, Mosjaya Shopping Area, the Emart commercial centre and schools.

From Sabah, IJM Properties will highlight two of their developments: Utama Park Residence at Bandar Utama, Sandakan which comprises of 26 units of two-storey bungalows and 54 units of two-storey semi-detached homes, and Sky Mansion in Kota Kinabalu which comprises of 96 units.  

Your Dream House?

Years go by and so does people eh? Which is true; I have been doing quite a lot of planning these days, maybe let’s make it for months. If you followed my blog since few years back, I bet you have guessed by age! And now, guess what? I’m thinking to get my own future home. There are house for sale everywhere now in town but whether the rate has gone higher or lower? You just need to make a survey for yourself.

In fact, the IPEX property fair just ended last few weeks. There are several house forsale now at most of the prime locations. For my opinion, locations like in most of the town area will be perfect for investments especially properties facing to the South China Sea; oh what a beautiful location.

You know when it’s time for you to think for your future home. Landed properties are hard to find nowadays as most of them are owned by someone else since the previous generations. We never know if there are any left for the new generations to come. Nevertheless, KK City is blooming. Developments are everywhere and it is designed to suits our modern lifestyle.

Wanna see my dream house? Let me show you some pictures.

 Pictures: source from internet (collected since 2012)