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RBI’s 50 bps Rate Cut and CRR Reduction – A Great Move by RBI for Real Estate

This morning, the Reserve Bank of India took a decisive step towards stimulating economic growth by announcing a 50 basis points (bps) cut in the repo rate, bringing it down to 5.5% along with a 100 bps reduction in the Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) to 3%. These twin moves aim to make borrowing more affordable and increase liquidity in the financial system.  This development comes as a much needed catalyst

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Tricity Real Estate Market – Should You Hold or Sell in 2025

Real estate in the region is expanding beyond city cores, transforming once overlooked areas of Chandigarh, Panchkula and Mohali into high demand zones. Infrastructure upgrades – like new expressways, international airport connectivity, metro proposals and premium township developments are making Tricity’s surburban pockets increasingly attractive.  Rising Returns in the Tricity Region Like Banglaore or Pune, Mohali and New Chandigarh are now yielding 2x returns for early investors, especially in gated

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The New Face of Real Estate – How Tier 2 and Tier 3 Cities are Becoming Hotbeds for Commercial Development

India’s commercial real estate scene is undergoing a generational shift – quite literally. With the rise of Gen Z, born between the mid – 1990s and early 2010s developers are reimagining how and where they invest. No longer confined to the metro bubbles, commercial projects are now booming in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, driven by the evolving aspirations of a young, digital first India.  The Gen Z Effect

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18% GST on Apartment Maintenance Charges

Understanding the 18% GST on Apartment Maintenance Charges

The Indian government has clarified the applicability of Goods and Services Tax (GST) on maintenance charges collected by Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs) or real estate builders. As per the new guidelines, an 18% GST on apartment maintenance will now be applied on charges exceeding INR 7,500 per month per apartment or if the annual turnover for the same surpasses INR 20 lakhs.  Key Provisions  GST Applicability Thresholds  Maintenance charges up

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waqf bill

Waqf Amendment Bill Passed – Reform or Restriction?

On April 02 2025, India’s Lower House of Parliament passed the Waqf Amendment Bill introducing significant changes to the management of Muslim endowments, known as Waqf. The bill which aims to enhance transparency and government oversight has sparked considerable debate and controversy.    Key Amendments in Waqf Bill   Inclusion of Non Muslim Members – The bill mandates the inclusion of at least two non-muslim members in both the Central

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NRIs Strike Gold as Tricity Real Estate Becomes the New Investment Hotspot

A serene skyline kissed by the Shivalik Hills, streets buzzing with modernity yet covered in tranquility and a real estate market that is now the hotspot for investment. The Tricity region – Chandigarh, Mohali and Panchkula has just pulled off an amazing transformation, emerging as the latest hotspot for Non Resident Indians (NRIs) seeking a luxury lifestyle. Luxury home prices in the region have skyrocketed with a 15 – 20

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RBI’s 50 bps Rate Cut and CRR Reduction – A Great Move by RBI for Real Estate

This morning, the Reserve Bank of India took a decisive step towards stimulating economic growth by announcing a 50 basis points (bps) cut in the repo rate, bringing it down to 5.5% along with a 100 bps reduction in the Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) to 3%. These twin moves aim to make borrowing more affordable and increase liquidity in the financial system.  This development comes as a much needed catalyst

Read More »

Tricity Real Estate Market – Should You Hold or Sell in 2025

Real estate in the region is expanding beyond city cores, transforming once overlooked areas of Chandigarh, Panchkula and Mohali into high demand zones. Infrastructure upgrades – like new expressways, international airport connectivity, metro proposals and premium township developments are making Tricity’s surburban pockets increasingly attractive.  Rising Returns in the Tricity Region Like Banglaore or Pune, Mohali and New Chandigarh are now yielding 2x returns for early investors, especially in gated

Read More »

The New Face of Real Estate – How Tier 2 and Tier 3 Cities are Becoming Hotbeds for Commercial Development

India’s commercial real estate scene is undergoing a generational shift – quite literally. With the rise of Gen Z, born between the mid – 1990s and early 2010s developers are reimagining how and where they invest. No longer confined to the metro bubbles, commercial projects are now booming in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, driven by the evolving aspirations of a young, digital first India.  The Gen Z Effect

Read More »
18% GST on Apartment Maintenance Charges

Understanding the 18% GST on Apartment Maintenance Charges

The Indian government has clarified the applicability of Goods and Services Tax (GST) on maintenance charges collected by Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs) or real estate builders. As per the new guidelines, an 18% GST on apartment maintenance will now be applied on charges exceeding INR 7,500 per month per apartment or if the annual turnover for the same surpasses INR 20 lakhs.  Key Provisions  GST Applicability Thresholds  Maintenance charges up

Read More »
waqf bill

Waqf Amendment Bill Passed – Reform or Restriction?

On April 02 2025, India’s Lower House of Parliament passed the Waqf Amendment Bill introducing significant changes to the management of Muslim endowments, known as Waqf. The bill which aims to enhance transparency and government oversight has sparked considerable debate and controversy.    Key Amendments in Waqf Bill   Inclusion of Non Muslim Members – The bill mandates the inclusion of at least two non-muslim members in both the Central

Read More »

NRIs Strike Gold as Tricity Real Estate Becomes the New Investment Hotspot

A serene skyline kissed by the Shivalik Hills, streets buzzing with modernity yet covered in tranquility and a real estate market that is now the hotspot for investment. The Tricity region – Chandigarh, Mohali and Panchkula has just pulled off an amazing transformation, emerging as the latest hotspot for Non Resident Indians (NRIs) seeking a luxury lifestyle. Luxury home prices in the region have skyrocketed with a 15 – 20

Read More »