Almost all the public sector and private banks, offer loans against future rentals. With this facility, home owners can avail of a line of credit, on the basis of future rentals for their house … READ FULL STORY
Due to the paucity of available accommodation and in order to attract the talent pool, many employers provide free accommodation or accommodation at concessional rent, to their employees. This is particularly true, in case … READ FULL STORY
When 22-year-old Ashish Sharma shifted from Noida to Mumbai for his MBA, he decided to rent furniture, to furnish his house. “I wanted a good, comfortable and stylish study table, wardrobe and a bed. … READ FULL STORY
Update on February 1, 2019: The exemption for TDS on house rent increased from Rs 1.8 lakhs to Rs 2.40 lakhs. There will also be an exemption on the notional rent of second homes which are … READ FULL STORY
In the last few years, Pune has witnessed a tremendous transformation in the commercial and residential sectors. The growth of automobile and IT industries, along with the presence of state-of-the-art educational institutions in Pune … READ FULL STORY
A number of home owners, who have invested in properties located in the suburbs, prefer to themselves live on rent. Consequently, they put their own house or apartment on rent. Such people let out … READ FULL STORY
The financial capital of India—Mumbai attracts people from all over the country for its potential employment opportunities in the city. Mumbai is one such cosmopolitan city that also sees a significant influx of migrant … READ FULL STORY
The rental segment in India has undergone a sea of change with people increasingly opening up to the concept of renting. A decade ago, getting a house or furniture on rent was mostly done … READ FULL STORY
Affordability is a crucial factor, for people who are searching for a rental home in metropolitan cities. Besides the rental amount, maintenance costs, vehicle parking charges, etc., also impact the overall outgo. At the … READ FULL STORY
For today’s millennials, ‘experience’ is of primary importance, while ‘owning’ is not a priority. ‘Hoarding’ of things is almost disappearing from the scene. However, when it comes to aspirations, the sky is the limit. … READ FULL STORY
The Mumbai Income Tax Tribunal delivered a very important decision on the claim for tax exemption on HRA (House Rent Allowance). Let us analyse the decision in details, with its ramification and relevance for … READ FULL STORY
What if your house is transformed into a glitzy film set one day, abound with artsy furnishing, props and your favourite stars? While this may be exciting, several risks also exist. Finding overturned settees, … READ FULL STORY
Abhijeet Kasliwal Marketing head, Kolkata “I have been living on rent for five years and it has been a learning experience. After completing my higher studies in Kolkata, I shared an accommodation with my … READ FULL STORY
