The Property Show

Malaysia’s proposed Urban Renewal Act aims to unlock long-stalled redevelopment of ageing strata buildings, but not without controversy. Public policy advisers Han Jun Siew and Peter Leong break down the legal hurdles, the realities of redevelopment on the ground, and what homeowners should watch out for as the bill is revised and retabled. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Malaysia becomes increasingly urbanised, more people are living in strata developments. Behind these condos and apartments are property managers responsible for everything from maintenance and finances to community management. Ishak Ismail, President of the Malaysian Institute of Property and Facility Managers, shares insights into this career path. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...

Is Malaysia’s rental market working fairly for everyone? Jason Wee, Executive Director of Architects of Diversity, discusses a study the anti-discrimination NGO has conducted exploring how racial discrimination is shaping access to housing and if a Rental Tenancy Act could make a difference. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malaysia’s abundant sunlight makes rooftop solar an increasingly attractive option for homeowners. But is it right for every property? Sebastian Beltran Cuevas, a renewable energy specialist with Verdant Solar, helps us make sense of what installation really entails, how much you can save, and the key risks and maintenance considerations before making the switch. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

We often talk about buying property, but rarely about what happens when it fails. Kirit Kumar, Managing Director of Approved Group International (AGI), a technical consulting firm specialising in forensic investigation, damage assessment and property restoration, shares insights into what really happens after fires, floods, defects and disputes. Image Credit: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listen...

Malaysia’s residential property market proved more resilient than expected in 2025, with prices holding steady despite rising construction costs and tighter financing conditions. Datuk Ho Hon Sang, President of the Real Estate & Housing Developers' Association Malaysia shares his outlook for 2026. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we welcome the Year of the Horse, in this special Lunar New Year show, we look at how the property sector might be shaping from a Feng Shui perspective. Dr YM Cheng of chinesezodiacfengshui.com discusses what the transition from the Wood Snake to the Fire Horse could mean for property owners and investors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kuala Lumpur’s River of Life project to rehabilitate the city's waterways was reported to be about 95% complete in early 2025, more than a decade after it was first announced. Architect Dr Tan Loke Mun assesses what was promised, what was built, and whether the River of Life can actually deliver lasting urban, environmental and social impact. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/liste...

Why do some retail spaces thrive while some struggle? Why do some do well initially but fail to sustain? Jimmy Chiam of CCN Consulting, a company that works with mall owners and developers on how to make their retail properties work better, and Kyle E of POW Ideas, an architecture and interior design studio that researches the local retail scene. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/l...

Malaysia is revisiting the Build-Then-Sell model under the 13th Malaysia Plan, in an effort to resolve the abandoned housing project problem and make home buying safe, honest and accountable. Dato’ Ganesh Chinnappan, MD of Raine & Horne International Zaki + Partners, breaks down the benefits, risks, and what the data really say. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

Malaysia’s homeownership rate hit around 78% in 2024, one of the highest in the region, but does that mean homes are truly affordable? Dr Suraya Ismail, Director of Research at the Khazanah Research Institute helps us dissect what the latest data from the Department of Statistics Malaysia really reveal. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malaysia’s property market enters 2026 on firmer footing, with renewed optimism after a stronger-than-expected 2025, with data centre as one sector standing out above all others. JLL Malaysia’s Dr Chua Yang Liang and Managing Director Jamie Tan also talk about the overall outlook for Malaysia's property sector in 2026. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...

In this recap, we revisit highlights from the past year’s episodes on how the role of the home is changing across safety, food and shared spaces, why more responsibility is shifting indoors, and why third spaces still matter for our well-being. Because when cities change, the role of the home changes with them. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this wrap-up show, we revisit our most useful conversations on scams in the real estate sector. We look back at our most telling conversations covering fake agents, staged viewings, and promises that fall apart under scrutiny. The moral of the story: if it's too good to be true, IT VERY LIKELY IS!! Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this wrap-up show, we revisit our most useful conversations on pest management, focusing on four familiar but stubborn housemates: rats, cockroaches, bed bugs and mosquitoes. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Real Property Development Bill is a new law the Housing & Local Government Ministry plans to table in Parliament in June 2026, to replace the Housing Development Act 1966. Marcus Teng, CEO of PropNex Malaysia, talks to us why he thinks this is a very timely and long overdue initiative to create a modern, comprehensive regulatory real estate framework. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omn...

Malaysia’s housing market delivered an unexpected bright spot in 2025, with steady demand, stabilising prices, and a big wave of new units entering the market more smoothly than predicted. Keith Kam speaks with Juwai IQI co-founder and Group CEO, Kashif Ansari to break down what drove the resilience, how developers and buyers are positioning for 2026, and whether foreign interest is genuinely retu...

This episode explores Malaysia’s Program Perumahan Rakyat (PPR) from two perspectives - the policy intent behind public housing and the lived experiences of the communities within them. Theebalakshmi Kunasekaran, research associate at Khazanah Research Institute discusses what PPRs are and Cindy Chew from social enterprise Thrive Well discusses life on the ground and how social support and thought...

JLL Malaysia has just released its latest market briefing on Malaysia's real estate sector covering Q3 of 2025. Its Head of Research and Consultancy, Yulia Nikulicheva, joins us to share insights from that report as well as what Budget 2026, unveiled in October, means for Malaysia's property market going forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While KL, Penang, and Johor dominate Malaysia’s property headlines, the Borneo states of Sabah and Sarawak often fly under the radar. Keith Ooi, Group Managing Director of Knight Frank Malaysia, talks about how with the Pan Borneo Highway nearing completion, new allocations under Budget 2026, and rising investor interest in tourism, logistics, and green industries, things might change. Image Credi...

When tragedy strikes a residential community, be it a suicide or a violent crime, the impact goes far beyond the incident itself. How should property managers, joint management bodies, and residents respond with both sensitivity and transparency? Real estate practitioner Soma Sundram and MIASA Malaysia founder Anita Abu Bakar tackle this topic from different lenses. If you or someone you know is s...

Property scam incidents are rising sharply in Malaysia, with thousands of victims and millions of ringgit lost each year. From fake listings to cloned agents, fraudsters are getting smarter and harder to catch. Kenneth Soh, the country manager of PropertyGuru and iProperty Malaysia, talks about how these scams work, why victims keep falling for them, and what can be done to rebuild trust in the ho...

The Malaysian Institute of Estate Agents has a newly elected president for a two-year term. Kelvin Yip joins the Property Show to discuss how Malaysia’s estate agents are tackling scams, rebuilding public confidence, and adapting to a world of AI-driven disruption. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From housing affordability to urban regeneration, Budget 2026 signals continuity and cautious optimism for Malaysia’s property sector. Siva Shanker, Director Real Estate Agency at Rahim & Co International share his insights on how these policies could shape demand, investment as well as his outlook for Malaysia's property market. Brought to you by Mah Sing. Reinvent Spaces. Enhance Life. Image...

From faulty wiring to forgotten extinguishers and evacuation drills, how prepared are we for a fire especially in our homes? Rueben Teoh, the founder of the Fire Preventors Society, an NGO dedicated to raising awareness and improving fire safety standards, walks us through practical steps to prevent and respond to fires in different types of properties. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudi...