The Indian realty market holds considerable interest for NRIs willing to invest in their home country. However, a clear understanding of the specific rules, regulations and laws pertaining to buying, selling or renting of property, needs to be given due diligence first. And thanks to the new real estate rules, buying property in India is…

The little things make a big difference when it’s time to sell your home. Whether you bought your apartment for investment purposes or whether you are relocating; at the end of the day when you sell your home, you do want to recover your invested value along with any market-driven profits. After all, who doesn’t…

While the concept of villa living has been popular in Europe and the US for some time now, it has only been recently introduced in India, with Bangalore and Pune leading the way. The concept of gated villa communities is gaining popularity as the earlier independent housing concept doesn’t provide much by way of security…

Apartments or high rise buildings have become the most practical solution for urban living with the burgeoning population and space constraints in cities. For inhabitants of high-rise buildings, the balcony is the only ‘outdoor option. This is where you get to enjoy your first cuppa in the morning sun. Most people set up a mini…

There is something about greenery that attracts both the old and young equally. While rolling lawns appeal to a certain bracket of people, others are attracted to well-kept gardens that abounds with flowering plants and trees. Aside from the shade and breeze provided by trees

An ideal home shouldn’t only be about flawless architecture but should also include lush greenery, ample recreational activities and access to soothing blue water bodies. As being close to Mother Nature is the best way to relax and unwind, homes that offer these features are high in demand. But the sad reality is that only…