Twin Galaxy or Setia Sky 88 apartment in JB - Investment vs Owner Occupation

[@herchingbau]

One very important aspect of JB property is the management and upkeep. Lack of funds in the kitty because owners dont pay is a big issue. Then the MC will struggle to keep the property in good order. So make sure you investigate this before going ahead with any purchase

[@JBJuggle2023]

This property was built years ago (2015), and they have revamped the whole place October 2023... we have yet to inspect the unit, but based on photos given it looks like they have done their part and rectified some of the minor defects of the unit (mostly painting)

[@user-if8kd5wr1n]

Thanks a bunch! I am looking forward to hearing more of your new home in JB.

[@JBJuggle2023]

We are in jb atm. All went well we are engaging a contractor to renovate and should be able to post a follow up video in a couple of weeks time

[@LadyKefir-d8t]

Hi, can you share your experience if it was easy to rent out your unit? Is the rental market strong in JB or are there many empty units competing for tenants? Grateful for any feedback you may have for me. Thanks

[@sweeyeo9330]

Sky 88 , the "penthouse" is the peak for both fabu~ lavish retirement or LT- investment (2nd tallest sky~habitat! For me, I would rather book a plot with a NZlandic- designed villa on the coming Anyara Hills.

[@foxtrotpooh]

Thank you for sharing the differences. Could you consider future content to include staying Airbnb at other Johor Bahru condos and provide a review of them? Have a pleasant Easter 🎉

[@JBJuggle2023]

Now that we have our own its unlikely we will be AirBnB other JB places for a while

[@Jeff-n2n]

Twin Galaxy is a 4 stars development as compare to Sky88 which is 5 stars standard. Not apple to apple comparison.(JB best in class = Altaska Vs Sky88 or TriTower)

[@JBJuggle2023]

Yes 4 stars for own-use, but 5 stars for investment

[@Jeff-n2n]

@@JBJuggle2023 - Base on my understanding, Twin Galaxy - due to lower price entry level, more local investors and therefore more airbnb/homestay units , if u are unlucky n your next door is in airbnb/homestay business , you will see strangers walk pass your unit regulary. Just sharing insider info since i have friends in both TwinGalaxy & Sky88 for past years.

[@JBJuggle2023]

yes this apartment is pro-investment type of project @@Jeff-n2n

[@raykhan6416]

Lots of big love from London we are looking as well thanks you.

[@JBJuggle2023]

Big love for Malaysian food 😂, are you originally from MY or SG btw? 😍

[@ketan5747]

Hi, Sir, I am fm Singapore too, I am interested with the 1485 dual key unit, are you able to advise me the contact for the developer? Thanks

[@JBJuggle2023]

None available now as far as we know but you can contact our agent Evonne Lee Property. But right next door Setia Sky 88 has some units recently listed by other agencies.

[@michellehavre6821]

why is the price so secret??

[@michellehavre6821]

most important for singaporean is whether can buy or not.? otherwise a waste of time. How much singaporean must pay?? above 500k or 1 million ringgit.

[@petiachoo1615]

A couple of years ago Twin Galaxy looked really run down but recently they did repaint the facade. I was interested in a studio but non was available. Later on there was a bumi release but I missed out the window and it was all booked.

[@JBJuggle2023]

Yes its amazing how run-down some buildings in JB are, a coat of paint can make all the difference, btw the New York Hotel is currently being repainted

[@JBJuggle2023]

www.propertyguru.com.my/property-listing/twin-galaxy-residences-for-sale-by-annie-tee-40855530?

[@jamalkhudai1248]

Thanks for sharing the information. Except for a few weeks in a year, you will rent it out. How do you plan to manage it? What are the monthly costs involved?

[@JBJuggle2023]

Stay tuned - life's unpredictable.

[@nicemv6510]

Great video, thanks for sharing.

[@JBJuggle2023]

Our pleasure!

[@christinet8554]

Hi great video! Wondering did you consider R&F Princess Cove? What is thoughts?

[@JBJuggle2023]

We were looking for low density apartment with nearby old food and leisure establishments

[@JBJuggle2023]

Thanks for sharing 😊

[@kennyfrancis6882]

Which condo is the best bang for the buck for foreigners to invest? Twin galaxy?

[@JBJuggle2023]

In our opinion it really depends on what your needs are, we are just sharing our experience so you can research this topic for yourself.

[@cac1504]

No chinese food stalls or restaurant around that area. OK if you can settle for malay food. Nearest good food area is Century Garden.

[@JBJuggle2023]

Cedar Point Food Centre, Chokdee Thai 24hrs and Pelangi shops are walking distance though

[@JBJuggle2023]

There are high-end chinese restaurants also, for example Dragon’s Journey just across, or the Tanba Japanese BBQ and mala hotpot and the Awagyu across the street

[@liruoyi3369]

I tried to contact evonne the agent and she told me she can't assist for JB!

[@JBJuggle2023]

What?!?

[@SSxxx18]

Congrats! 👍

[@JBJuggle2023]

Thanks!

[@user-kj1iq5yz4m]

Hi there, happened to chance upon ur video and glad u bought something u like! Wanted to ask how was the rental / airbnb going. Is it easy / difficult to rent them out?

[@VanHacks]

We passed it to our agent for long term rental listing a week ago. We decided not to airbnb at this time.

[@JBJuggle2023]

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[@user-kj1iq5yz4m]

Thanks for sharing! It was such a coincidence that I was in JB recently and checked out Twin Galaxy and Setia Sky 88! One DK unit at Galaxy is asking for RM 900+k, so u definitely got a superb deal. I really like the area (had a foot massage and meal just across the road) and it is so convenient. Good stuff on the Reno and all the best!

[@JBJuggle2023]

We love the location, best massage is either right next door in the Trove Hotel (Ayu Borneo) or next to the New York Hotel (Thai something).

[@WangCai-nq5cx]

Hi I am also looking at twin galaxy Would like to find out more abt it. How can I link up with you to find out more ?

[@JBJuggle2023]

We are not aware of any units available. However we were informed by another agent that a number of Setia Sky 88 units are available. I don't know how to share a contact number privately.

[@WangCai-nq5cx]

Noted on that. Yah it’s hard to share contacts here

[@raykhan6416]

I am a Londoner but been looking in to retirement.

[@JBJuggle2023]

Enjoy the shopping around!

[@JPChua-c3z]

Hi could you provide the contact for your agent at twin galaxy? Sound like one providing good service.

[@JBJuggle2023]

I have asked Evonne to respond to this request herself

[@liruoyi3369]

Hi i just google check. Your agent is evonne lee from jalin realty?

[@JBJuggle2023]

PMEX REALTY SDN BHD Agency Reg. No. E (1) 2000

[@user-if8kd5wr1n]

Hi i am in the same situation as you both , singaporeborn but residing permanently overseas. Could you olease let me know what type of appartement you bought: size, price etc. Thanks so much

[@JBJuggle2023]

in the video we stated the size in square feet and the price in psf so u can work it out, www.propertyguru.com.my is a good source for prices

[@user-if8kd5wr1n]

​@JBJuggle-jp3ir hello thanks for your reply. I got the price! However , I understood if one does not have mm2h visa, foreigner has to buy an appartment of min. 1m. Maybe I missed out this detail but I thought you didn't apply for mm2h. How could I buy one under 1m without mm2h? Thank you

[@user-if8kd5wr1n]

​@@JBJuggle2023sorry another question: foreigner cannot buy bumi lot but I think your is bumi. Please help to enlighten me.

[@JBJuggle2023]

1M MYR limit is for all resale properties. But if buying directly from developer there are some projects which have units less that 1M MYR that is allowable for sale to foreigners.

[@JBJuggle2023]

Ours is an unsold unit of an older project for which the developer has obtained permission to sell to anyone. It is known as a "released lot". These can be sold to anyone in perpetuity.

[@Magdalyn1978]

Is there anymore released lot unit ?

[@JBJuggle2023]

Check with Golden Realty the developer