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@treyzhang

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Malaysian, Married

Speaks English, Chinese, Malay

Registration: 22 October 2016

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treyzhang replied to a thread
5 years ago
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Should we still pay rent for condo or just buy in Manila? by treyzhang

For those who would stay in Manila for the next couple of years, should we still pay the high rent to landlord? Although the property price has gone up like crazy since 2012, I personally believe that the price may go up again especially the new ...

treyzhang

I agree with you, rent teh condoi first so that you know what the real situation of the condo like. Buying is always a better decision if we could afford to. Read More

treyzhang replied to a thread
5 years ago
treyzhang

Should we still pay rent for condo or just buy in Manila? by treyzhang

For those who would stay in Manila for the next couple of years, should we still pay the high rent to landlord? Although the property price has gone up like crazy since 2012, I personally believe that the price may go up again especially the new ...

treyzhang

I agree with you, rent teh condoi first so that you know what the real situation of the condo like. Buying is always a better decision if we could afford to. Read More

treyzhang replied to a thread
5 years ago
dimplesz14

How much will it cost to build a house? by dimplesz14

Hi there, please advice - we're wondering how much would it cost to build a 120sqm house with 3-4BR and 2BA (bungalow/ranch style) doesn't need to be expensive but decent/strong enough materials to live for many many years. I just want to ...

treyzhang

It is true, I think this is common to everyone, at least I have always been told by property agents Read More

treyzhang replied to a thread
5 years ago
dimplesz14

How much will it cost to build a house? by dimplesz14

Hi there, please advice - we're wondering how much would it cost to build a 120sqm house with 3-4BR and 2BA (bungalow/ranch style) doesn't need to be expensive but decent/strong enough materials to live for many many years. I just want to ...

treyzhang

Foreigner cannot own a land in Philippines, right? How to build a house then? Read More

treyzhang replied to a thread
5 years ago
Gravitas

NEW JOB SCAM IN MALAYSIA by Gravitas

There are business owners mistreating people with a NEW kind of scam. 1. They ask people to arrive in Malaysia on a tourist visa. 2. They never apply for a legal work permit 3. They deduct "income tax" at 28% (non-resident rate) but ...

treyzhang

OMG, after so many rental scam posted on Roomz website, now the job scammer!! Read More

treyzhang created a thread
5 years ago

Should we still pay rent for condo or just buy in Manila?

For those who would stay in Manila for the next couple of years, should we still pay the high rent to landlord? Although the property price has gone up like crazy since 2012, I personally believe that the price may go up again especially the new ... Read More

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5 years ago
Julien

New members of the Philippines forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Philippines forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...

treyzhang

Hi there, this is Trey from Malaysia, I just came to Manila 3 months ago. I've been travelling to Philippines for the last few years, I love this country and culture so much, therefore made a decision to start my internet startup here, Homdax, a ... Read More

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5 years ago
TeukuRidwan

I am looking for Flatmate who can share the Condo by TeukuRidwan

Hi My current condo contract will be end on May 2019, I am looking for Flatmate who can share 1 unit together, I am clean and I like clean flatmate. I prefer in Bangsar Area, Bukit Bintang, KLCC and KL sentral Area or the area which easy to get ...

treyzhang

You may post your listing for free on Roomz Asia website, and choose "shared" if the room is shared with others Read More

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5 years ago
Baleze

Why are Rentals so expensive in Manila? by Baleze

Hi, I would like to know why the accommodation is so expensive in Manila - NCR. compare to other Asian countries with a high standard level, I noticed that the rent of a rooms, apartment is very high. What's the reason? Also, a lot of workers ...

treyzhang

Indeedp, the price is much higher considering the average salary here. This is caused by the BPO and online gaming industries that attact many Chinese here to invest on properties - this is what they usually do in China. Read More

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5 years ago
Priscilla

Property prices in Manila by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Finding affordable housing in Manila is number one priority for newcomers. Tell us more about the estate market in your district/city/region. What are the most desired places to live? What are the most affordable ones? What is ...

treyzhang

The rent to own units are also called early occupany plan (EOP). I know SMDC projects near MOA have biggest unit of 57sqm. You may check with them, I can also recommend a good agent for you - I bought 2 from her. Read More

treyzhang replied to a thread
5 years ago
Priscilla

Property prices in Manila by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Finding affordable housing in Manila is number one priority for newcomers. Tell us more about the estate market in your district/city/region. What are the most desired places to live? What are the most affordable ones? What is ...

treyzhang

If you would spend a few years in Philippines, I'd suggest to invest a property there. The market has been booming since 2012, even until now I'm still very optimistic about the property market here. I had 2 units bought couple of years ago by ... Read More