Houseowners scaling back on renovation plans


JOHOR BARU: Potential housebuyers are scaling down or even reconsidering their plans to renovate their homes following reports that some types of vehicles, such as those transporting construction materials, are not included in the Subsidised Diesel Control System (SKDS).

Communications executive Muhammad Ariff Mohamad Nizam, 32, who bought his first house two years ago, said he is now reconsidering his plans to renovate it.

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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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