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...
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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...
The Indian economy is the fastest-growing globally, and this economic boom has significantly impacted the real estate sector. Projections indicate it could reach a market size of $1 trillion by 2030. As a result, foreign buyers and NRIs are buying properties in India. Having lived abroad for many years, NRIs may find the legal procedures and protocols involved in buying real estate in India to be...
For many of us, pets aren’t just animals—they’re family. They offer companionship, unconditional love, and a sense of comfort that makes a house truly feel like home. Beyond emotional support, studies have shown that having pets can reduce stress, improve heart health, and even help children develop better social and emotional skills. But while the benefits of pet ownership are clear, creating a...
Let’s embark on a journey down winding roads in Maharashtra’s Western Ghats, where a dream of a new-age hill city once gleamed with promise: Lavasa. Touted as India’s first planned, private hill city, it was to be a slice of Mediterranean paradise nestled close to Pune, complete with Italian facades, cobbled promenades, and world-class amenities. But today? Lavasa stands eerily silent—an urban...