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Raksha Bandhan: Can a brother gift property to his sister? Know the tax rules

Raksha Bandhan: A brother can gift property to his sister without an immediate income tax liability for either party (Photo for representational purposes only)
Published on Aug 28, 2026 02:10 pm IST

Planning to cancel your flat booking? Here’s how much developers can deduct

MahaRERA has clarified that developers can prescribe cancellation deductions that differ from those in the authority’s model allotment letter, provided the terms are clearly disclosed to homebuyers. (Picture for representational purposes only)
Published on Aug 28, 2026 09:55 am IST

Mortgage rates today: Should you choose a 6.35% ARM or 6.57% fixed mortgage?

Mortgage rates today: Compare the 6.35% 5/1 ARM with the 6.57% 30-year fixed mortgage and see which loan may suit your homebuying plans. (Pexel/Representative image)
Updated on Aug 27, 2026 06:08 pm IST

Bombay HC allows stamp duty refund to developer after deal falls through

Pune real estate: The Bombay High Court directed Maharashtra government authorities to refund 70.12 lakh stamp duty to a developer after a Development Agreement (DA) for a Pune real estate project failed to materialise. (Picture for representational purposes only)
Updated on Aug 28, 2026 10:03 am IST

Mortgage rates today: 30-year rate at 6.53% — What homebuyers should know

Mortgage rates today, August 26, 2026: 30-year rates fall to 6.53%, while 15-year rates hit 5.94%. Check ARM, VA and refinance rates. (Pexel/Representative image)
Updated on Aug 26, 2026 11:35 pm IST