The original meaning of ghost town refers to a village or a city that has once been populated but is abandoned due to bad economy, high unemployment, or natural or human-caused disasters. In recent years, the media have given ghost town a new definition: a new city that has been built and ready for resident occupation but no one moves in. It has been abandoned even before any … [Read more...]
Foreign properties: Why long-distance relationships fail
Tonight inside this dimly lit bar with deafening music, you emptied a bottle of liquor without uttering a single word. Guys drink when they stress over money and relationship. Obviously, you have no luck in both now. First impressions are deceiving From day one when you told me that you fell for this high maintenance girl from a foreign country, I knew you are going to … [Read more...]
Tough times ahead for Iskandar and Malaysia properties
Disclaimer: 1. The following blog post is not likely to be reposted or republished in any online media or property portals – particularly those advertising Iskandar and Malaysia properties, or organizing property shows for these properties. Expect to read this in PropertySoul.com only. 2. Without any new project to launch, any commission from buyers or any advertising … [Read more...]
3 biggest risks buying overseas properties
With the hands of property buyers tied by the TDSR rules, property marketers are making the most of the situation to hold overseas property seminars and exhibitions. I have no intention of selling you any foreign investment opportunity in my blog. Over the years, I have seen too many people who regret buying overseas properties. And their stories show that many buyers do … [Read more...]
Ask 4 questions before you buy that overseas property
Recently, I keep getting messages from readers of my blog, asking whether they should invest in overseas properties. Places where these properties are built include Iskander, Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Australia, UK, US, Japan, Thailand and the Philippines. The only reason that justifies buying abroad Basically, I am not against the idea of investing overseas if the … [Read more...]