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Branded residences: Should buyers look beyond the luxury tag before investing?

Updated on Apr 20, 2026 09:10 am IST

Branded residences: Real estate developers in Noida and Gurugram are partnering with international labels to create homes with a distinct positioning. (Photo for representational purposes only)(Unsplash)

Selling your house? Here’s how to reduce your capital gains tax burden

When you sell a property, capital gains arise. However, you can save on paying taxes on capital gains by utilising certain provisions of the Income Tax Act. (Photo for representational purposes only)(Unsplash)

Updated on Apr 20, 2026 08:35 am IST

Should you buy the apartment you’re renting? Key factors buyers must consider

Buying the property you’re renting? Don’t let familiarity lower your guard or lead to overpaying, treat it like any other purchase and carry out full due diligence before proceeding(Unsplash)

Published on Apr 18, 2026 01:17 pm IST

Adani Group to invest around ₹1 lakh cr for Motilal Nagar redevelopment: MHADA

Adani Group will invest nearly <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>1 lakh crore in the redevelopment of the Motilal Nagar cluster in Goregaon, Mumbai, spread over 143 acres, Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) CEO Sanjeev Jaiswal.(File Photo )

Updated on Apr 20, 2026 02:00 pm IST

Mumbai redevelopment: Why developers are offering ACs, TVs to sweeten deals

Mumbai real estate market's redevelopment boom is driving intense competition among developers who try to attract homeowners with freebies to sweeten the deal. (Picture for representational purposes only)(Mehul R Thakkar)

Updated on Apr 23, 2026 11:28 am IST

Slums cover 24% of Mumbai's land, house over half its population: SRA findings

Mumbai real estate update: Slums now occupy nearly 24% of Mumbai’s land and house more than half of its population, according to findings by the SRA. (Picture for representational purposes only)(File Photo )

Updated on Apr 17, 2026 08:18 am IST

MahaRERA orders refund to Pune homebuyers over non-mergeable jodi flats

MahaRERA has directed a developer to refund the consideration amount to two Pune homebuyers who cancelled their purchase of two units within 10 days. (Picture for representational purposes only)(Gemini Generated Photo )

Updated on Apr 17, 2026 07:34 am IST

Mumbai: Why some homeowners choose not to return after redevelopment

Mumbai real estate news update: While most homeowners eventually return to their redeveloped buildings, often benefiting from bigger apartments, a small but notable section chooses not to move back at all. (Picture for representational purposes only)(Gemini Generated Photo )

Updated on Apr 24, 2026 08:51 am IST

Can a tenant claim ownership of a property? Here’s what landlords should know

Last year, the Supreme Court ruled that tenants under valid agreements cannot dispute ownership or claim adverse possession. (Picture for representational purposes only)(ChatGPT generated image)

Published on Apr 14, 2026 01:05 pm IST

‘Easier to find a job than a house’: Bengaluru tenants flag high rents

In Bengaluru, finding a home has become harder than landing a job, with tenants saying basic needs like sunlight, ventilation, and fair rents are now rare. (Picture for representational purposes)(ChatGPT)

Published on Apr 14, 2026 07:24 am IST

BMC's OC amnesty scheme proposal: Six key conditions for Mumbai hsg societies

Mumbai real estate news: The Mumbai civic body, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC)'s standing committee, has put its proposed amnesty scheme on hold. (Picture for representational purposes only).(Gemini Generated Photo)

Updated on Apr 15, 2026 12:08 pm IST

‘25K deposit for appliances’: Bengaluru listing sparks tenant-landlord row

A Bengaluru rental listing has sparked debate after a tenant was asked to pay a two-month deposit plus <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>25,000 extra for appliances. (Picture for representational purposes)(Pexels )

Updated on Apr 14, 2026 10:51 am IST

Landlord's property insurance may not cover a tenant’s personal belongings

If you are a tenant and the property is damaged by events like a flood or earthquake, it is typically covered under the landlord’s insurance. However, your personal contents remain your responsibility (Photo for representational purposes only)(Unsplash)

Updated on Apr 13, 2026 08:30 am IST

Buying an apartment? Don’t forget to factor in maintenance costs

When buying an apartment, look beyond the price tag, calculate the true cost of homeownership by factoring in maintenance, taxes, GST, and long-term upkeep expenses. (Photo for representational purposes only)(ChatGPT generated image)

Updated on Apr 13, 2026 08:31 am IST

Haryana’s one-car parking rule: What it means for affordable housing prices?

Haryana has amended its 2013 Affordable Housing Policy to mandate one car-parking space per flat. (Photo for representational purposes only)(Unsplash)

Updated on Apr 12, 2026 09:00 am IST

Bengaluru GBA 15% deviation: Relief for homeowners or legalising violations?

Bengaluru’s municipal body, the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA), has proposed an amendment to the city’s building bye-laws, seeking to raise the permissible construction deviation limit from 5% to 15%. (Picture for representational purposes only)(Pexels)

Updated on Apr 13, 2026 08:36 am IST

Mumbai: BMC panel puts OC amnesty proposal for housing societies on hold

Mumbai real estate news update: The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC)'s standing committee, on April 8, put on hold an amnesty proposal to grant occupation certificates (OCs) to housing societies for all residential buildings constructed before 2016. (Picture for representational purposes only).(Gemini Generated Photo )

Updated on Apr 10, 2026 09:00 am IST

RBI holds repo rate steady at 5.25%: What it means for home loan borrowers

RBI MPC: Monetary Policy Committee on April 8 kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.25%, signalling stability for current and prospective home loan borrowers. (Picture for representational purposes only)(HT File Photo )

Updated on Apr 08, 2026 01:19 pm IST

YEIDA plot scheme 2026 near Noida International Airport: Should you invest?

Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority has launched a residential plot scheme 2026, offering 973 plots near the Noida International Airport (Photo for representational purposes only)(Unsplash)

Updated on Apr 09, 2026 11:10 am IST

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