KUALA LUMPUR (Aug 24): Property developer SkyWorld Development Bhd has partnered with Maybank to offer a home interior makeover financing scheme to all SkyWorld’s homeowners.

According to a press statement issued on Thursday (Aug 24), the scheme, Maybank MyDeco, is a first-of-its-kind home renovation financing scheme that allows homeowners an additional 30% margin of finance or up to a combined total of 120% of the property value.

“This partnership with Maybank is a testament to our unwavering commitment to our customers’ needs and aspirations. By offering Maybank’s solutions such as MyDeco, we understand that turning a house into a dream home involves more than just the structure; it’s about creating an environment that reflects one’s unique style and personality. Maybank MyDeco offers a simple and accessible financing solution to make this transformation a reality,” said SkyWorld CEO Lee Chee Seng in the press statement.

Meanwhile, Maybank’s Community Financial Services Malaysia executive vice-president and head of mortgage Tracy Pan added that the bank’s commitment to provide home financing solutions that fit customer demands.  

“By understanding our customers' needs at different stages of their lives, we are able to offer products that meet their evolving requirements. Maybank provides a holistic financing ecosystem for home ownership, from financing the purchase of a home to financing renovations and decor, as well as protecting assets through various insurance and takaful schemes. This is a testament to our commitment to customer-centricity," she said.

To apply for the scheme, SkyWorld homeowners with existing mortgage with Maybank can direct access Maybank MyDeco via SkyWorld’s Solution+, an e-commerce marketplace under the SkyWorld Connects app that connects homeowners with home solutions partners ranging from interior design and financing to furniture, home appliances, and other home services.

Founded in 2006, SkyWorld is a developer of high-rise residential, commercial and affordable properties concentrated in the federal territory of Kuala Lumpur. The developer’s most recent project, SkySierra Residences (The Valley) at Setiawangsa, Kuala Lumpur, was recently handed over with a record 100% sold for all 1,309 units.