Finance

Every few years, India announces a mega infrastructure project. An airport. An expressway. An industrial corridor. Farmland is acquired, compensation is paid, and the news cycle moves on. But what happens to the families left behind — now suddenly holding crores in cash and no land to farm? The answer, as Jewar's development corridor makes painfully clear, is complicated. And it has very little to do...

Budget 2026 is an infrastructure-led budget, anchored by a record capital expenditure of ₹12.22 lakh crore. Through a mix of capex, tax rationalisation, and regulatory nudges—from GST changes to REIT and SM-REIT frameworks—it strengthens the supply and investment side of Indian real estate, while near-term demand outcomes remain contingent on execution, state policies, and financing...

Standing inside a sample flat, brochure in hand, you suddenly feel stuck. The 2BHK feels cozy and manageable. The 3BHK feels spacious, aspirational—almost like a reward for years of hard work. The builder smiles and says, “Sir, future-proof investment.” Your heart nods. Your bank balance hesitates. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. Choosing between a 2BHK and a 3BHK is less about rooms and more...

A luxury apartment at 30% below market price.A spacious plot selling cheaper than a compact flat.A bank auction promising “once-in-a-lifetime” returns. Sounds tempting, doesn’t it? In India’s ever-emotional real estate market, distressed properties sparkle like hidden treasure. But here’s the uncomfortable truth—some of these deals turn into goldmines, while others quietly drain your...

India is traveling again—and this time, travelers want experiences, not hotel rooms. From mountain villages to metro cities, people are opening their homes and turning spare rooms into steady income machines. If you’ve ever looked at your empty room and thought, “This could earn for me,” you’re already halfway there. Your home is more than four walls and a roof. In today’s travel economy,...

For many investors, real estate investment and home loans go hand in hand. Very few people buy property entirely with cash, especially in metro cities where prices run into crores. Used correctly, a home loan can act as a powerful leverage tool, allowing investors to build wealth with limited upfront capital. Used poorly, it can strain cash flows and turn a promising investment into a...

Buying a home is one of the biggest financial milestones in an Indian household. For most people, a home loan makes that dream possible — but it also becomes a long-term financial commitment spanning 15 to 30 years. What many borrowers underestimate is how much interest they end up paying over this period. The truth is, home loan interest is not something you simply accept and forget. With the right...

When you buy an under-construction property, the payment plan you choose doesn’t just decide how much you pay—it decides how safely your money moves through the construction timeline. OTP and CLP may look simple on paper, but both models affect your risk, liquidity, EMI load, negotiation power, and even your long-term returns. For many buyers, the confusion begins right at the start:Should you save...

India’s residential real estate market has entered a golden phase, one shaped by rising disposable incomes, after a long period of relatively steady rates, monetary policy began to ease in late 2025 (a shift that should improve home-loan affordability going into 2026), strong GDP performance, and a renewed post-pandemic appetite for homeownership. But 2025 isn’t just another good year. It’s...

The process of investing in a property in a busy and in-demand market can be thrilling and overwhelming at the same time. As competition in Ranchi prime localities, every buyer and investor hopes to discover that winning edge. Smart decisions are more crucial than ever, especially as strong demand pushes prices upward and rapid deals dominate the landscape. In order to become a successful property...