RM1 bilion untuk projek perumahan, SJKP jamin pembiayaan RM20 bilion

Keluar tiga baharu bangunan perumahan di Kulai, Johor; Nilai, Negeri Sembilan; Paya Rumput, Melaka; dan Lembah Pertang, Terengganu. (Bernama photo) The Malaysian government is allocating nearly RM1 billion for citizen housing projects, including the Rakyat Mesra and Rakyat Residency Programs under the 2027 Budget. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim revealed four new housing projects in Kulai, Johor; Nilai, Negeri Sembilan; Paya Rumput, Melaka; and Lembah Pertang, Terengganu.

He also announced the development of Bandar Madani Bukit Jalil as a citizen housing area equipped with amenities like vertical schools. "Fase 1 registrations will open this Monday," he stated while presenting the 2027 Budget in the Dewan Rakyat. Meanwhile, the Home Financing Guarantee Scheme (SJKP) provides housing financing guarantees up to RM20 billion to aid 80,000 first-time homebuyers.

"This guarantee will assist 80,000 first-time homebuyers, especially self-employed individuals without a stable income," he added. This move is part of the government's efforts to address housing affordability issues, particularly for those facing difficulties securing housing financing through conventional channels. Yesterday, the Community and Housing Advancement Centre (REACH) urged the government to introduce incentives to encourage more people to live together or in proximity to their parents.

This recommendation aims to facilitate families in caring for the elderly while reducing the risk of single elderly people living without family support.