Mumbai, which is often criticised for being saturated, also has some under-valued and lesser-known real estate micro-markets that could transform into property hotspots, owing to infrastructure developments in the city. Most of these ‘hidden … READ FULL STORY
Delay in construction and delivery of projects, is the biggest challenge that the real estate industry faces. This is a direct by-product, of the shortage of skilled manpower to execute the projects and streamline … READ FULL STORY
Pune’s low office space vacancy rate of around 6%, is proving to be a serious challenge for companies that are seeking large spaces to establish or expand their operations in the city. Pune is … READ FULL STORY
For any investment in residential property to provide effective returns, the chosen location should have good social infrastructure, adequate public transport and sufficient economic activity to sustain development and growth. These parameters apply to … READ FULL STORY
Although a rating system for real estate exists in India, this system has not evolved and is also prone to criticism, vis-à-vis its objectivity. Analysts maintain that real estate ratings, have to evolve beyond … READ FULL STORY
One of the most effective sales tools available in the Indian real estate sector, is word-of-mouth publicity. Consequently, developers are trying their best to create ‘artificially induced neighbourhoods’, for communities, professionals and other like-minded … READ FULL STORY
“It is incredible to own a house to fulfill my father’s dream” Manada Chandrakant Udagatti Senior manager in a shipping company, Mumbai Women, these days, are independent and are opting to buy their own … READ FULL STORY
“I can’t think of a better career choice” Surabhi Arora Senior associate director – research, Colliers International, Gurgaon Surabhi Arora leads the India research team at Colliers International. She specialises in real estate economics … READ FULL STORY
“When I bought my first house, I was 23 and at that time, owning a home was big thing. Looking back, it has turned out to be a wise investment, which has appreciated. Moreover, … READ FULL STORY
Over the last few years, the Karjat-Neral belt has transformed from a second home location, to a first-home destination. The region has become an established housing destination and prices are likely to move upwards. … READ FULL STORY
When it comes to buying a home, the biggest dilemma for home seekers often pertains to affordability – where should one draw the line between what is affordable and what is not? If one … READ FULL STORY
Priyansh Jain, a textile merchant from New Delhi, has an independent three-storeyed property in upmarket Pitampura locality. He has a large joint family and is now looking to sell his property and relocate to … READ FULL STORY
In some good news for developers and home buyers, the Union Urban Development Ministry has stipulated that housing approvals will be given within 60 days, via an online application process in metropolitan centres such … READ FULL STORY
