In Depth

Making the move to Malaysia for child's education

Christine Pun: It is not true to say that the protest is the sole reason for us to move to Malaysia, but it is what affirmed our decision to apply for the MM2H visa. Our original intention in moving to Malaysia was for a better education environment for our only daughter.

Hongkongers looking at Malaysia as 'back-up' home

Starcity Global managing director Florence Ten: Good quality and affordable international school fees have always been the main pull factor, even now at this tough time. Some of them did not feel the urgency to apply for the visa maybe because their children were still young, so the application could wait. But so many things have happened recently in Hong Kong, which have pushed them to make a decision earlier.

Know the Types of RESOLUTION(S) under SMA

Property owners are often confused with the various types of resolutions. It is important to appreciate that, pursuant to the SMA, there are four types of resolutions namely Ordinary Resolution, Special Resolution, Comprehensive Resolution and Unanimous Resolution.

More turning to property refinancing for cash

Refinancing a home loan means replacing the current one with a new one and it only makes sense to do so if the new one offers greater benefits than the existing one such as lower interest rates, shorter mortgage terms or is more flexible.

Preventing fires in heritage buildings

Besides the lack of proper fire safety systems and emergency escape routes, fire caused by faulty wiring works and improper use of appliances is another major cause of heritage building fire