Malaysia Real Estate Guide & Listing Blog http://www.malayestate.com Real Estate Marketing, Guide and Agents Wed, 20 Aug 2008 18:42:26 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.3.3 en A Beginner’s Guide to Condominiums http://www.malayestate.com/a-beginners-guide-to-condominiums/ http://www.malayestate.com/a-beginners-guide-to-condominiums/#comments Sat, 09 Aug 2008 13:46:42 +0000 baLooT http://www.malayestate.com/a-beginners-guide-to-condominiums/

realtor and condominiumsThe condominium market has ido rising steadily in recent years. According to the National Association of REALTORS (R), condominium values increased by more than 27 percent between 2000 and 2002, and the median value of condos ($ 163500) sat just below that of single-family homes ($ 168400) in mid - 2003. While this trend is not guaranteed to continue, the condominium market has regained momentum and the importance it had in the initial boom of condominiums the 1980’s.

Condo buyers are divided into three main groups: for the first time buyers to quit rent; people looking to buy a second home that will use part-time and retirees who are trading in high-end housing for low-maintenance a lifestyle offers condominiums.

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There is some confusion over the law for foreign purchase in Thailand. Most developers and government officials agree that foreigners can buy up to 49% of the units in any one particular condominium building. However, the law used to limit foreign ownership at 40%, and this was increased to 49% on a 5 year basis. This 5 year period has now expired and so legally the limit should revert back to 40%. However, most people are still working on the 49% rule, meaning that many new condominium units perhaps are being sold to foreigners illegally.

For the rest of this post, let’s assume that the law is actually 49% (as is the common belief). I recently visited a very nice, luxury condominium in the Sukhumvit area. It is a low rise 8 story building, which is the maximum height that the law allows for given the width of the access road into the premises. Each unit in this deluxe new condominium project has 4 bedrooms and measures 300 sq.m. All I can say is that it is a stunning building, very classy. However, it also commands a very high price tag, with each unit being sold at over 40,000,000 Baht.

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It’s a jungle out there. You are all surrounded by the enemy vying for the same bounty. The enemy is trying to steal your business or better yet, make sure no new business comes your way. These enemies are disguised as other real estate professionals, the very ones who greet you at conventions with a smile and ask about business. They stand waiting for you to get turned down for business and then swoop down for the kill.

These enemies thrive on competition. These guys are out to get you and get you good. But there is good news - by implementing a dynamic marketing program, you can beat your enemies at their own game! All you need is a solid marketing program consisting of approximately 10 of the Marketing Weapons listed below (part 2 and 3 of the list will appear in the next 2 issues of my newsletter).

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“Flip This House”, “Flip That House”, “Property Ladder”,… and on and on…

Over the past couple years you and I have been hammered on TV with real estate flipping shows that depict these people making outrageous profits flipping homes and making it look easier than heck.So, is this flipping stuff real? Well… it sure is. There are countless people out there making a darn good living flipping homes. But… the tv shows on flipping are darn deceiving when it comes to the “reality” of real estate flipping.
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Acoustical Ceilings are an inexpensive way to lower the height of a room and also soften noise in the room. However, reduction of noise isn’t the only reason to use an acoustic ceiling in an office environment. It can also be used to hide computer wires, pipes or other things you would rather not see.

If your reading this in an office you may be under an acoustic ceiling right now and not even have know it. Usually you can tell one of these ceilings by the square tiles and popcorn like texture. But, no longer are they only available in that texture they now come in plenty of styles and colors for the average person to feel comfortable bringing them into their home or business.

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Please note that different systems of real estate transaction apply in different parts of Great Britain. This article applies specifically to England and Wales. A different system operates in Scotland.

Buying property in England is not for the faint-hearted. The real estate laws, which seem to come from another era, permit both buyer and seller to re-negotiate or even walk away from deals even after offers have been made and accepted, virtually right up to the last minute.
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Because although both modular and manufactured homes are less expensive alternatives to traditionally built houses, you may be allowed to build only one kind in your location.

The Manufactured Home

If you knew the phrase “manufactured home” was synonymous with the phrase “prefab home,” you’d know exactly what a manufactured home is, wouldn’t you? A manufactured home is completely factory-built, with all its components connected in a single unit and towed to its location completely finished. While the concept of manufactured homes was one of homes which could be moved at their owner’s will, the manufactured home of today is almost always put in the spot where it will remain permanently.

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Does your asphalt pavement have excessive cracks or potholes even though it was recently redone?

Houston weather with the excessive summer high temperatures, high amount of rain and year-round humidity take a toll on asphalt parking lots. In addition, leaking fluids from cars in parking lots tend to destroy asphalt as well.

When asphalt is not treated with the proper sealant, oxidation occues and dries out the asphalt binder. When this occurs, the pavement loses flexibility and will start to crack. Oxidation is when the sun’s ultraviolet rays harden and dry out the asphalt surface. This accelerates erosion and reduces asphalt thickness so that in just a few years the pavement needs to be totally resurfaced.
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If you are trying to sell an empty home, you may have found this to be a blessing and a curse.

An empty home is easy to show. Buyers might like that fact that they can move right in. Potential buyers might even have an easier time seeing themselves in the home.

On the other hand, an empty home may feel cold and impersonal. Buyers are looking for a home that they can fall in love with. Even if your home is the nicest home that they buyers look at, if they don’t “feel the love”; they will probably buy someone else home.
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You can save money on the total cost of your San Diego move if you pack some or all of your items. However many San Diego moving customers are apprehensive about packing their own fragile or valuable items. There is no need to be if you follow this guide and use some basic common sense.

Fragile and valuable items would include china, breakables, small collectables, and other items that have a high dollar value, are difficult to replace and/or have personal value.

First, before packing your fragile and valuable items for your San Diego move, make sure you have the proper packing supplies.

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