Eugene,
Pls refer to my post # 311 (page # 16) of this thread
I already published it here (long before you....)
That info is "old" info (2008)

And the very 1st soft launching of Zest is somewhere 2008 (3Q) at KLCC Conventional Hall
I was there....they told me, LRT is at Bandar Kinrara (near to Giant)

That moment, nobody in Trinity was talking about "new LRT" ( in KLCC Conventional Hall - 2008). And I am curious why they said new LRT will built opposite the Hap Seng (in Jan/2009). To attract more buyers perhaps?

So, any possibility to revise the MPSJ drafted plan with "new LRT station"? If yes, I believe everybody is happy (including me). If no, then...(I wonder...)

my work place is near jln ipoh.. so have to take KL-Seremban Highway and Mahameru Highway. evy morning have to come out at 7.30 then reach office around 8.45pm..

Gathering? good idea. let's see when TT wanna official launch the project. so, all members do u level best to show ur face during tat time ya. when we all get the CF, we can also have a BBQ party there. hahaha...

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Added on March 14, 2009, 10:57 amemm.. so far as I know, the rate fr OCBC is quite standard lor. but i nvr go thru any negotiation lar.. so not sure whether can request for special rate or not lor..

This post has been edited by sk_lim_taurus: Mar 14 2009, 10:57 AM

Well, TT increased its prices for shops by RM200K on the same day they purportedly confirmed the LRT station being right at their doorstep (Hap Seng). While I have yet to sight any black and white, TT did increased the prices of its shops by RM200K even though they were only 50% sold...Honestly, if got black and white regarding the station being right in front, the prices will never be so cheap...more like from RM320K and not RM220K for the serviced apartments...

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Added on March 14, 2009, 11:22 amMorning Kim jie,

I have to say this Zest has generated quite an interest from the number of posts and viewings of this thread. Bearing in mind it has yet to be officially launched and we are facing an economic recession! This alone I think proves that there is something very right about this project!

This post has been edited by propcritic: Mar 14 2009, 11:22 AM

Bcos ur thread is far behind and since so many new members and buyers in lowyat.net, dun think ppl will go back and check, so I decided to repost

I have seen the propose plan long before (few years back), just that I manage to find the link lately..

As mentioned, its only a draft plan.. with the spirit of "Malaysia Boleh" expect the unexpected..

This post has been edited by eugene jk: Mar 14 2009, 12:26 PM

ok guys, am back from the site and sales office today and as promised, here are some pictures:



latest sales status as of 4.30pm, 14 March 2009 - 70 units still unsold, most of which is facing pool / west




view of the project site - block C (current block being sold)




view of the project site - block B (note the progress already being done on TT's sales office)




view of the project site - block A (sold en-bloc to a Korean investor)

This post has been edited by babana: Mar 14 2009, 09:29 PM

babana .. u signed s&p liao?

nope, not yet...still waiting for finalisation + offer letter for my loan. when i've received at least a firm loan offer letter only i'll sign the s&p la. scared after sign the s&p already and for some reason all the banks decide not to approve my loan den mati...hahaha

Herm... kesian those houses that are facing Zest.. they hav to bare with the construction for the next three years.. moreover, once the building is completed after 3 yrs, the 1st thing that the residents will see every morning will be the 5-storey carpark podium..


This post has been edited by eugene jk: Mar 14 2009, 09:54 PM

don't worry la.. i don't think your loan not going to be approved.. unless you are really financial unstable..

haha, just for a piece of mind la. ironically, the loan officer said my profile is too clean already that i might score lower points in the system! coz its my 1st property purchase, i've no existing loan, etc...lol

Pls update which bank offer the best rate?
I bought mine at level 12.

welcome our new neighbour....

Now the best offer i think is RHB, u can join the group package offered by Prop.

RHB BLR-2% ZEC / NZEC BLR-2.2(W/o MRTA)
OCBC BLR-1.9% ZEC / NZEC BLR-2.15% (without MRTA)
CIMB BLR-2.05% ZEC with MRTA / BLR-1.75% ZEC W/o MRTA

haha welcome on board

i took rhb too

Welcome, welcome, to this big family!

The rates our group will be getting are better than market rates because we are applying as a group. RHB is not able to give special rates if you apply separately. PM me your contact if interested.

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Added on March 15, 2009, 9:44 amBabana, excellent photos! Thanks for your effort. You'll be our official update photographer....

This post has been edited by propcritic: Mar 15 2009, 09:44 AM

Guys & gals ... I too have secured a unit at the zest...signed S&P yesterday....yay...

However in terms of deciding which loan you are going to settle with, one factor to consider might be the agent or officer who is helping you in the process. If the difference in loan amount is negligible, shouldn't we decide to settle with a bank/agent/officer who is going to be proactive and helpful, should anything untoward happens, such as late fund disbursement which would result in US, home buyers, to be penalize by the developer??

Maybe seasoned home buyers would like to help us newbies here...

Congrats! Pool view or KLCC?

Bro, the onus lies with you, the purchaser/borrower, to ensure that the loan is disbursed on time....for those agents and bank officers, once you have signed the SPA or the loan docs, they would have earned their commission, so, no obligation to chase for you....

Honestly, sales agents and bank officers do not usually stay with the developer or the banks for a long time, so, it is best that you secure the best rates from a bank you're comfortable with, irrespective of sales agents' recommendation.

Our group consists of purchasers ourselves and we are negotiating for the best rates and terms as a group. Usually a group would have stronger bargaining power as opposed to an individual borrower.

I got KL view up almost on top of Block C.

Thanx for the tips..

Have you guys submitted to any bank as a group...and what is the outcome??
I got offer from OCBC at BLR - 2.15%..nzec, Public Bank at BLR - 2.1% zec...
After doing some calculation, Public Bank is better in terms of the rate, but I like OCBC more coz of the agent, Yen, who is proactive and helpful with my queries. Am still waiting for HL to come back to me, tho...

We have submitted to RHB as a group. The bank has approved some at BLR-2.15% ZEC and some even BLR-2.2% ZEC depending on individual profile. Wanted to submit for PBB as well but rates not as good. Also please note that generally PBB's lock-in period for early settlement penalty is longer by around 3 years because the 5 years lock-in starts from the final disbursement upon VP where as RHB's lock-in starts from the 1st disbursement. Not sure about OCBC's but most banks' lock-in period starts from the final disbursement (VP). Check their letters of offer.

Hi Guys.. Lets keep the ball rolling..

Since we don't wanna display our unit number, we just put Block enough la .. haha

Block C

1)sk_lim_taurus
2)eugene jk
3)gunnerstkd
4)Hengjones
5)Cream
6)Maxsimax
7)propcritic
8)Pai
9)chenster
10)cedrickang_8
11)babana
12)shiewwai85
13)stephanie_437
14)lakini80
15)keithcky
16)citron

Sorry if I miss out anyone..

Owners are welcomed..

This post has been edited by eugene jk: Mar 15 2009, 02:26 PM

Welcome!!!

erm.. BLR-2.1 ZEC is considered vy good rate ner.. rate is vy good but is it having the redraw fees of RM 50 as well? besides, 5 yrs lock from last drawn down ler.. mean abt 8 yrs lock in period. but, if u won withdraw ur money so often, n nvr plan to refinance in short period, then Public Bank is a good choise cos u oledi safe 3-4k the legal fee up front.