What is a BHK?
Besides the budget and location preferences, a home buyer must also decide on the configuration of the property – i.e., 1BHK, 2BHK or a 3BHK. Before that, one needs to understand what exactly a … READ FULL STORY
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Property Trends
All about Andhra Pradesh State Housing Corporation Limited (APSHCL) and YSR Housing Scheme
In a move to provide housing for the poor, the Andhra Pradesh government, on June 3, 2021, launched the construction of about 15.6 lakh houses under the YSR Jagananna Housing Scheme. The state government … READ FULL STORY
Property Trends
All about duplex houses
Although they have become quite common in Indian real estate, a lot of confusion still persists, with regard to duplex house meaning. As they are often confused with two-storey homes, let us find out … READ FULL STORY
Property Trends
Stamp duty and registration charges in Madhya Pradesh
In a move to promote property ownership in the state, the Madhya Pradesh government, on September 7, 2020, announced a reduction in stamp duty charges for registration of properties, by 2%. With the reduction, … READ FULL STORY
Property Trends
All about IGRS Telangana and online services for citizens
To enable citizens to access property-related services, such as encumbrance certificate (EC), stamp duty payment, registration fee payment and others, the Telangana government has a dedicated portal called the IGRS Telangana. It is the … READ FULL STORY
Coronavirus
Can a tenant be evicted for non-payment of rent during COVID-19?
Amid the raging second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic in India, migrant workers may once again find themselves being forced out of urban centres in India. With job loss and pay cuts, because of … READ FULL STORY
Property Trends
Everything you need to know about studio apartments
Studio apartments have become quite popular in India in the past two decades, especially in cities like Mumbai, where space crunch does not allow large residential developments. We look at what studio apartments exactly … READ FULL STORY
Property Trends
All about the National Building Code and guidelines for residential buildings
The National Building Code (NBC) is a document that provides guidelines for construction of structures – residential, mercantile, institutional, educational, commercial, assembly, storage spaces or even hazardous buildings. It is important to follow these … READ FULL STORY
Decor
Perfect housewarming gift ideas for Indian homes
If you are planning to attend a housewarming party but are clueless about what to give your hosts, we list some of the best housewarming gifts to consider, for every home owner. Housewarming gifts … READ FULL STORY
Taxation
What is DLC rate?
If you purchased a property in Rajasthan, the next step would be to get the sale deed registered. For this, you will need to pay the stamp duty to the government. Should you pay … READ FULL STORY
Property Trends
All you need to know about bhu naksha in Maharashtra
Maharashtra is the second-largest state in India, in terms of population. Nevertheless, instances of crime and property-related fraud are common. For this purpose, the National Informatics Centre has come up with a comprehensive tool … READ FULL STORY
Coronavirus
SC rejects plea seeking loan moratorium
The Supreme Court, on June 11, 2021, rejected a petition that requested India’s apex court to give directions to the centre to offer a loan moratorium, keeping in view the monetary stress caused by … READ FULL STORY
Current News
Jaypee insolvency: Lenders to vote on revised bids of NBCC, Suraksha Group
In a process that might decide who takes over Jaypee Infratech Ltd (JIL), four years after the entire process was initiated, lenders to the embattled real estate company will vote on the revised bids … READ FULL STORY
