An increasing number of aspirational second home buyers, are now investing in vacation home destinations in hill stations, owing to the picturesque location, booming hospitality industry and concept of home stays and wellness that … READ FULL STORY
As stock markets around the world take a beating, owing to the Coronavirus pandemic, investors’ opinion is seen tilting in favour of immovable assets. According to the findings of a joint survey by Housing.com … READ FULL STORY
Mehul Chopra IT consultant and corporate trainer, Mumbai I live in Mumbai now but I plan to invest in a property in Pune. Improvements in connectivity and infrastructure matter to me the most. Pune … READ FULL STORY
When Ranjit Tendolkar bought a villa in Lonavala, it was with the intention of spending some time every month, in the green environs of the area. “Many times, we would not visit the villa … READ FULL STORY
The main purpose of a weekend home or second home, is to provide an avenue for recreation and to spend time away from one’s regular routine. Consequently, weekend homes are generally located away from … READ FULL STORY
A large number of second home buyers purchase luxury homes that provide them with a retreat away from the city, where they can relax and rejuvenate. According to Sunil Sharma, VP – marketing and … READ FULL STORY
While exotic foreign destinations are a choice for some, when it comes to getaways for spending quality time with their families, there are many others who prefer nearby places where one can spend more … 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
Igatpuri, situated in the Western Ghats on the Mumbai-Nashik Highway, is emerging as a popular second home destination. Chaitali Parikh Mehta, owner of Inscape Designers, Mumbai, whose family has a farmhouse on the outskirts … READ FULL STORY
Investment in second homes, is driven by a segment of buyers, who seek profits out of real estate investments or hold it for prestige. While Indians have invested in second homes for quite some … READ FULL STORY
Imagine painting the prettiest-ever, sea-swept landscape – and then living in it. Till fairly recently, only the super-rich were allowed to have that dream, and Alibaug made it a reality. But in the last … READ FULL STORY
Yashodeep Shivalkar, a banker who shifted from Chembur to Panvel five years ago, is extremely happy with his decision. Owing to its affordable property rates, Shivalkar was able to buy a spacious two-bedroom-hall apartment … READ FULL STORY
While the scramble to buy a home is a painful rite of passage for many in the metros, the upwardly mobile and affluent are being tempted by all manner of options when it comes … READ FULL STORY
