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National House Buyers Association

Urban Renewal Act opens another can of worms – Chang Kim Loong

The act is meant to address redevelopment, rejuvenation, revitalization and en-bloc sales among others. But with the current spate of late, sick and abandoned housing projects, have they not failed miserably in their gatekeeper roles?

When man is no longer lord of his castle – Chang Kim Loong

THE National House Buyers Association read with trepidation again (as the same issue resurfaced in 2019) that the cabinet has approved the expedited drafting of a redevelopment law that will be tabled next year.

Legal fee update: increase to be offset with discounts – Chang Kim Loong

THE National House Buyers Association refers to the Solicitors’ Remuneration Order 2023, which was gazetted and implemented on July 15.

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Over 23.6 million to benefit as new electricity tariff kicks in July 1

The Energy Commission has set a new average base tariff of 45.40 sen/kWh for RP4, slightly lower than before, bringing overall electricity costs down by up to 19% compared to the previous regulatory period

Apad confirms inDrive licence revoked effective July 24, but company can appeal

Russian-based company can file appeal through the agency for the Transport Ministry's consideration

Schools may close if air quality worsens, five areas hit unhealthy levels: DOE

The department said the areas recorded unhealthy API readings, warns of RM1mil fine for open burning offenders