India

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...

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...

Imagine if every step you took could light up a bulb. Sounds like a scene from a sci-fi movie, right? Well, Japan has already made it real. In places like Shibuya Crossing and Tokyo Station, footsteps aren’t just creating noise—they’re generating electricity. Through piezoelectric floor tiles, Japan is converting human movement into clean, renewable energy. Now, here’s the exciting part: India,...

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in property management is redefining commercial properties in Jharkhand. From machine learning and chatbots to automation and advanced data management software, AI-powered tools are driving the evolution of smart buildings. These tools enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and streamline operations for developers, organizations, and tenants alike. This article...

When we talk about trade wars, our minds often wander to shipping containers, ports, and global supply chains. But what if I told you that a diplomatic clash thousands of miles away could decide whether a factory worker in Tiruppur, a jeweler in Surat, or a machinist in Ludhiana can ever buy a modest PROPERTY in their hometown? That’s exactly the story unfolding in India today. The United...