‘We need affordable homes’


new housing project in Cheras area

KUALA LUMPUR: The biggest problem for house buyers is not the maximum 35-year loan repayment period but the lack of affordable homes, says Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM).

The central bank was responding to a media report calling for it to extend its loan repayment period for homes from 35 years to 40 years. BNM said the extra five years would do little to ease the burden for borrowers.

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Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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