India witnessed a gross leasing activity amounting to 50 million sq ft in 2018, across the major seven cities, the highest in the past eight years, driven by buoyant leasing in Bengaluru and Delhi-NCR. … READ FULL STORY
Commercial real estate investment requires large amounts of money and commitment from the buyers. The number of buyers for residential property far outdo the ones for commercial real estate in any country. While there … READ FULL STORY
Finance minister Piyush Goyal, on February 1, 2019, proposed to increase the tax deducted at source (TDS) limit on rent income, to Rs 2.4 lakhs from the current Rs 1.80 lakhs. Presenting the budget … READ FULL STORY
Traditionally, property investment has been viewed as a safe and stable long-term asset in India. It is often an emotional decision for Indians and is perceived as an indication of one’s status and wealth … READ FULL STORY
The taxation on property purchase, has become much simpler than it was before. With the roll-out of the Goods and Services Tax (GST), several taxes previously applicable on real estate purchase (VAT, service tax, … READ FULL STORY
Real estate is often considered as one of the best assets globally, vis-à-vis return on investments. In India, recent policy reforms like the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act 2016 (RERA), real estate investment … READ FULL STORY
Connaught Place in New Delhi has the sixth most-expensive rentals for premium offices, among 20 major markets in the Asia-Pacific region, according to data from global real estate consultant, JLL. The average occupancy costs, … READ FULL STORY
India witnessed a robust demand for office spaces in Q3 2018, recording approximately 12.3 million sq ft of gross absorption, indicating a 23 per cent growth over the corresponding period in 2017. As a … READ FULL STORY
A rented home must be styled well, not only for comfort, but also for aesthetic appeal. Nevertheless, when doing up a rented place, one must follow certain restrictions and guidelines laid down by the … READ FULL STORY
There can be different reasons to buy a second house – it can serve as a retirement home, or a long-term investment to reap profits through appreciation in capital values. Another category of second … READ FULL STORY
An individual who is in the initial stages of his/her career, is likely to have very limited financial spending capacity. Therefore, when it comes to finding a place to stay, a rental home may … READ FULL STORY
Jitu Virwani, CMD of the Embassy Group, is a firm believer that the top developers are conscious of the advantages of adopting professional practices. In an exclusive interview with Housing News, Virwani points out … READ FULL STORY
The Goods and Services Tax (GST) introduced in India in 2017, marked a new chapter in the tax system in the country, making India a single market from the point of view of levy … READ FULL STORY
