How to Calculate Inflation Rate?

What is inflation? It reminds me the ‘Kempen Inflasi Sifar’ (Zero Inflation Campaign) launched by government more than 10 years ago… TV ads, posters, and banners are everywhere during the campaign, still remember? Zero inflation = No Price Increased If we are talking about one or two items within a year, maybe, but over the [...]

USD Currency Exchange Rates: 1 US Dollar = Ringgit Malaysia 2.99

$1 USD for RM2.99 – This post is to remark the historical high value of our Malaysia currency since the day one I started my first job after graduate. It is a hot topic in town today. What to Invest Now US Dollar is weak and believed still in the downtrend, so, what is the [...]

Senarai Projek Perumahan Swasta Sakit Sehingga 31 Disember 2010

Apa maksud Projek Perumahan Swasta Sakit? Does it mean the completion date of the project delayed? Abandoned project? Or there are unsolved problems for the project? Whatever it is, if your developer was listed on below, you are strongly advised to find out the reason behind why they are in the list. Negeri Pulau Pinang [...]

Arte @ Kuchai Lama Condo – Nusmetro Group

For art lovers who are keen to buy a house for own stay, keep an eye on Arte @ Kuchai Lama Residences, a condominium categorized under The Art Series developed by a Penang based property developer, Nusmetro Group. Some of the Nusmetro’s projects: The Oasis Condominium Casa Prima Taman Sutera Prima Mutiara Heights Apartment Mutiara [...]

Poll: The Best Shopping Centre in Malaysia For Building Serviced Apartment On Top of It

Shopping is one of the most favorite weekend activities in Malaysia. I’m curious, is Malaysian preferred to live on top of shopping centre because of the conveniences? Is it the young generation style of living in town? Real Estate developers in Malaysia nowadays seem like to build serviced apartment on top of Shopping Centre, too. [...]

The Best Singapore Home Loan Rates Comparison Online Platform 2011 – SmartLoans

Are you looking for a detailed comparison between Singapore home loans package to finance your investment properties in the country? Which bank in Singapore offers you the best home loan rate for both HDB loan and private property loan? HSBC? DBS? UOB? OCBC Bank? Or others? SmartLoans is the best home loans comparison online platform [...]

The Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong, World Tallest Hotel – My 4th Reason Why Invest in YTL Starhill REIT

Officially opened on 29 March 2011 (Tuesday) Occupying from 103rd to 118th floor of the tallest building in Hong Kong (International Commerce Centre, ICC Building – 488 meters tall) Guests to check in at hotel lobby on 103rd floor The highest swimming pool in the world The tallest bar in the world, Ozone The fastest [...]

How to Calculate and Read Public Mutual Fund Performance Chart?

Public Dividend Select Fund (PDSF) Initial Amount Paid = RM1,000 Sales Charge (5.5%) = RM52.13 (It suppose to be RM55, I can’t remember was there any discount or promotion during the time I bought the fund) Actual Amount Invested = RM1,000 – RM52.13 = RM947.87 Total Units = RM947.87 / 0.2873 = 3,299.22 units Balance [...]

RON97 Fuel Pricing in Malaysia Increased to RM2.70 per Liter – Effective 2 April 2011

Alamak! RON 97 petrol fuel pricing in Malaysia increased again! Effective 2 April 2011.

2 + 1 Reasons Why I Invest in Starhill REIT (STAREIT – 5109)

JW Marriot Hotel, Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur The Residences at The Ritz-Carlton, Jalan Imbi, Kuala Lumpur Don’t laugh on me, I’m a beginner in shares market, STAREIT is my first investment in real estate investment trusts for long-term dividend income. I buy and hold Starhill REIT fund simply for 2 reasons: Location – Bukit [...]