India is currently witnessing one of the heaviest monsoon seasons in recent years. While overflowing dams and waterlogged cities dominate the headlines, another reality lurks beneath the surface—water scarcity. Despite abundant rainfall, much of this precious resource runs off into drains, leaving groundwater tables depleting and cities staring at a future where water could become more valuable than...

Buying a home is one of the most emotional and life-changing decisions an Indian family makes. From saving for years to browsing glossy brochures and finally walking into the dream apartment, the journey is both exciting and overwhelming. But amid this excitement, many buyers are caught off-guard when they realize that the “base price” advertised by builders is only part of the story. In reality,...

There are several essential components of home ownership. A key component among them is home insurance. After all, a house is a lifetime investment, and for most people, one that involves their life savings. It’s a worthwhile investment, especially considering the Real Estate market in India. Owning a home in India guarantees a certain level of security of having a roof over your head. And while there...

Imagine buying a home on the outskirts of a bustling city, thinking you’d spend years battling traffic to get anywhere. But then—surprise!—a metro line gets built nearby, and suddenly your “faraway” home becomes a prime property. That’s the power of metro expansion in India. Over the last two decades, metro networks have transformed Indian cities, not just by making travel easier but by...

Buying a home isn’t just about choosing four walls. For families, it’s about choosing the right environment where children can grow safely, happily, and with endless possibilities. Parents often look at gyms, clubhouses, or swimming pools for themselves, but the real question is—what about the kids? A township or gated community isn’t just a residential space anymore. It’s a place where...

Ever heard of someone selling property worth ₹6 crore and paying zero income tax? That’s not a loophole, but a real case that unfolded in Mumbai. A wife who sold two houses gifted by her husband walked away with no tax burden, thanks to a ruling by the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) Mumbai. Let’s break down this fascinating case in detail, understand what really happened, and see what...

Imagine living in a house worth crores but struggling to meet daily expenses. Sounds ironic, right? This is the reality for many senior citizens in India. Their wealth is tied up in their homes, yet liquid cash is scarce. Enter reverse mortgage—a financial tool that lets seniors convert their home equity into regular income without selling their beloved home. But is it truly the golden solution for...

In India, land isn’t just a piece of property—it’s an emotional and financial legacy, often inherited from ancestors. With cities expanding rapidly, developers frequently approach landowners with lucrative offers: “Give us your land, and in return, we’ll build apartments or commercial complexes, and you’ll get a share.” Sounds tempting, right? But here’s the reality—thousands of...

Imagine you and seven friends fall in love with a stunning villa in Goa worth ₹8 crore. Now, instead of one person shelling out all that money, each of you invests ₹1 crore and co-owns the property. A professional company takes care of maintenance, bookings, and rentals. You enjoy a few weeks of holiday every year in your luxury villa and earn income when it’s rented out. That’s fractional...

Buying a new home in the Indian real estate market can be a challenging experience. There areplenty of options available, from modern homes in decked out township projects by large realestate developers, to resale property offered by homeowners looking for buyers, which caneither be new homes or old ones in older buildings. Both sets of options come with their ownunique benefits, as well as...