Three Ways We Can
Help You Find Home
Each service is structured to address a distinct set of circumstances. All begin with a conversation, not a contract.
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Every engagement begins with a structured briefing — a conversation in which we learn about your circumstances, preferences, and any particular constraints that should shape the search. This is not a form to fill in; it is a genuine discussion, and it forms the foundation for everything that follows. We then research, visit, and evaluate properties on your behalf, presenting only those that meet the criteria we have jointly established. Negotiations, viewings, and documentation are handled with the level of involvement that suits you.
Briefing
We learn what matters to you — lifestyle, location, technology, privacy, timeline, and budget.
Search & Evaluate
We research, visit, and assess properties — then share a curated shortlist with full notes.
Place & Support
We coordinate viewings, assist with tenancy documentation, and follow up after placement.
Smart Home Rental Advisory
For tenants who require a residence that supports a connected, technology-assisted lifestyle, lumarila's Smart Home Rental Advisory is a search process built around technical specification alongside the usual property criteria.
Our technology consultant, Daniel Tan, evaluates each candidate property for its existing smart infrastructure — automated climate, integrated security, entertainment systems, and network readiness — and provides a clear assessment of what functions as described and what has been loosely claimed in the listing.
For properties that fall short of certain criteria but are otherwise suitable, we can coordinate the installation of tenant-appropriate systems that enhance comfort without requiring permanent changes to the property. All recommended suppliers are pre-vetted and familiar with leasehold requirements in Sabah.
- In-person smart feature assessment of shortlisted properties
- Internet infrastructure quality evaluation
- Tenant-compatible system installation coordination
- Documentation of all evaluated features provided to client
- Typical search duration: 2–4 weeks
Privacy-Focused Residence Search
Some clients approach their housing search with privacy as the primary criterion — ahead of specific neighbourhoods, floor plans, or even budget. This service is structured for them.
We source properties with architectural and operational privacy in mind: separate entrances or private lift access, gated or guarded compounds, high-floor positions with limited adjacent buildings, and minimal shared facilities. Buildings with low tenancy turnover — indicators of stable, quiet occupancy — are prioritised.
The search process itself is handled discreetly. We conduct enquiries on behalf of the client without disclosing their identity, and can arrange viewings through trusted intermediaries when direct attendance is not preferred. Negotiation is similarly handled with care.
- Privacy-criterion property shortlisting
- Anonymous enquiries on client's behalf
- Intermediary viewing available on request
- Discreet tenancy negotiation
- Typical search duration: 2–5 weeks
Expatriate Transition Package
Arriving in a new country with a new employer and a list of administrative tasks to complete is a specific kind of challenge. The Expatriate Transition Package was developed to reduce that complexity by addressing housing and practical life setup as a single coordinated process.
The package begins before you arrive. We arrange suitable temporary accommodation for your first days or weeks, giving you a stable base from which to conduct the longer permanent search without pressure. In parallel, we can provide guidance on local registration procedures, introduce you to banking contacts familiar with foreign documentation, and connect you with established expatriate communities in Sabah.
The scope of support is adapted to your timeline and specific circumstances. Clients who arrive well-prepared for the administrative aspects require less of the practical orientation component; others find that this guidance significantly smooths the first months in a new city.
- Temporary accommodation coordination prior to arrival
- Permanent property search: standard timeline 3–5 weeks
- Banking introduction to expat-experienced institutions
- Local registration and documentation guidance
- Expat community and resource introductions
- Post-placement follow-up for tenancy settlement
Which Service Fits Your Needs?
Use this as a starting point. An advisor is always happy to talk through the details with you directly.
| Feature | Smart Home Advisory RM 2,450 |
Privacy Search RM 3,400 |
Expat Package RM 8,500 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Property search & shortlisting | |||
| Smart home technical assessment | |||
| Privacy-first search handling | |||
| Anonymous enquiries & intermediary viewings | |||
| Temporary accommodation coordination | |||
| Banking & registration guidance | |||
| Expat community introductions | |||
| Tenancy documentation guidance | |||
| Post-placement follow-up |
Best for
Smart Home Advisory
Residents who want a home equipped for connected, technology-assisted living and need their advisor to assess specifications honestly.
Best for
Privacy Search
Clients for whom personal space and discretion are the defining criteria, and who prefer a low-profile search and negotiation process.
Best for
Expat Package
International arrivals navigating housing, registration, and settlement in Malaysia for the first time, who want comprehensive support.
What We Maintain Across All Services
Client Confidentiality
All client information is handled in strict confidence and governed by Malaysia's PDPA framework.
Documented Property Assessments
Every presented property comes with written notes from our advisor's visit — not just a link to a listing.
BOVAEP Compliance
We operate in accordance with the regulatory framework for estate agents and advisory firms in Malaysia.
No Commission Conflicts
We do not receive referral fees from landlords or developers. Our only financial relationship is with the client.
Limited Concurrent Clients
We take on a limited number of active searches at any time to maintain quality of attention for each client.
Clear Progress Updates
We provide regular status updates throughout the search — you are never left wondering where things stand.
Not Sure Which Service Fits?
Describe your situation to us and we will tell you honestly which service, if any, is appropriate — and what to expect from the process.
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