AS the Malaysian property market heads into a new year, many are hopeful of better times ahead. While the majority of experts and observers believe that 2021 will likely be a flat year for the local property sector, some are however optimistic of positive growth. Rahim & Co International Sdn Bhd real estate agency chief executive officer Siva Shanker (pic below) says the recovery of the market will hinge on how soon the Covid-19 vaccine will be made available.