Real estate brokers in major Indian cities are switching to other businesses due to a slump in home sales. Smaller players are particularly affected, forcing many to seek jobs in different sectors.
India's revised Direct Tax Code (DTC), effective 2011, simplifies income tax laws, impacting real estate. Key changes include taxing actual rental income and retaining home loan interest deductions up to ₹1.5 lakhs.
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The revised Direct Tax Code draft released on June 15 aims to simplify income tax laws, affecting short-term and long-term capital gains, rental income, and home loan interest rates.
Indian real estate has seen substantial price growth, with properties multiplying in value over time. Experts advise including real estate in investment portfolios.
Delhi Municipal Corporation plans to increase property tax rates following the Delhi government's circle rate hike. Experts predict a potential 2:1 ratio of impact, implying a 100% property tax increase for a 200% circle rate rise. However, the tax revision might be less substantial in areas with smaller circle rate increases.
Khinvasara Group, a prominent real estate developer in Aurangabad, has launched Khinvasara Estates, a 7-acre residential project near Walunj. Offering 1/2 BHK flats and 3 BHK row houses, the project aims to provide modern living spaces at affordable prices.
Apartment buyers face additional burden with service tax on under-construction residential projects, developers demand buyers to pay.
Key documents for property sales in India include the sale deed, housing society share certificate, NOC, and title clearance. Buyers and sellers must also verify building age, area, parking, and ownership details.
JLLM report predicts rising residential property prices in Mumbai and growth in commercial real estate demand until the end of 2010, supported by infrastructure projects.
Residential real estate prices have increased by 10% in three months as market sentiment and transactions improve. Prices were initially cut by 30% to combat decreased demand.
The Indian real estate market shows mixed reactions to recent developments in the US economy. While some companies are optimistic, others remain skeptical. Recent activity suggests market stabilization.
Indian residential property market shows signs of recovery with increased sales and prices during the festive season.
Residential property prices may decline due to robust demand in certain markets according to Knight Frank India. Both investor and end-user demand contribute to the current real estate market.
Textile company Raymond plans to enter the real estate sector with a residential project in Thane. The project aims to develop surplus land and will be funded by internal accruals, pending shareholder approval.
Zuri Group Global will invest ₹1200 crore in luxury residential properties and business hotels across India over three years.
National Housing Bank aims to expand NHB Residex to all cities with a population of over one million by the end of next year.
Builders adopt cost-effective techniques to make affordable housing a reality, without compromising on quality and comfort, with examples from Puravankara's innovations.
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Indian banks urge property developers to halt price increases to sustain market recovery. Developers' short-sighted price hikes could deter buyers and stall the fragile housing market rebound.
Residential property prices projected to fall 10% in 2009, influenced by a 'wait and watch' buyer approach. Lower home loan interest rates anticipated to revive demand and stabilize prices in 2010.
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Exploring real estate as a safe and high-yielding investment option, considering factors like property type, legalities, and taxation.
The Indian real estate market is shifting towards professional management companies, with predictions of significant growth in the organized sector by 2030.
Indian real estate sector witnesses price drop due to economic slowdown, inflation, and liquidity crunch, making it a good time for home buyers.