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The work-commission mismatch

The profession of property agents might not be as straightforward as it seems. From the outside, life can appear glamorous. Agents can work flexible hours, have the versatility to handle different types of properties and earn an uncapped income.

Amazon’s idealism vs real estate reality

If you keep an eye on global technology trends, you have likely heard of eCommerce giant Amazon's groundbreaking patent from years ago: Anticipatory Shipping.

Do themes boost property values?

Property developers are adopting social media's ultimate playbook: stand out or be scrolled past. From Balinese resorts to Japanese gardens, themed properties are built for maximum visual impact.

Energising Malaysia

Oil has been the barometer of fear this year.

Shorter bonds, safer bets?

Investors are finding themselves in an awkward spot: bond yields are climbing to levels that could eventually pressure equities, yet the attraction of stocks remains hard to shake.

Japan Inc seeks new hedges

Taku Ueno buys beef from America, olive oil from Spain and tomatoes from Italy to stock his supermarkets south of Tokyo, imports that have more recently become costlier almost by the day as the yen falls relentlessly.

Hybrid tax could end GST-SST standoff

Malaysia's proposed hybrid tax system may offer a way out of the long-running goods and services tax (GST) versus sales and service tax (SST) debate.

Big price of small families

WE have all heard stories of our parents walking to school in their youth. It was like a badge of honour.

Putrajaya’s self-made Datasonic problem

The government has ruled out buying Datasonic Technologies Sdn Bhd (DTSB), the supplier of MyKad and Malaysian passports.

Enrol with confidence

For many young people, choosing a higher education path represents one of the most consequential decisions that can be made.