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The Supreme Court has ruled that earnest money cannot be forfeited when both the buyer and seller are at fault, offering vital clarity on homebuyer rights and equitable remedies in real estate disputes.

Realty

How Much Money Can a Builder Forfeit If a Homebuyer Cancels a Deal?

MahaRERA’s 2022 order limits how much developers can deduct when a buyer cancels a flat booking — capping forfeiture at 2% before the agreement is signed, ensuring fairness and faster refunds for Maharashtra homebuyers.

SquareFeatIndia
November 5, 2025
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Bollywood star Preity Zinta has sold her 11th-floor apartment in Bandra for ₹18.50 crore. The luxury residence was part of a redevelopment deal for her original 1999 property in the 'Parishram' building.

Realty

Preity Zinta Sells Luxury Bandra Home Received Under Redevelopment for ₹18.50 Crore

Bollywood star Preity Zinta has sold her 11th-floor apartment in Bandra for ₹18.50…

SquareFeatIndia
March 6, 2026

Geopolitical tensions involving Iran have sparked fresh questions about the resilience of Dubai’s booming real estate market. While investor sentiment may turn cautious in the short term, strong fundamentals, a diversified global investor base, and high rental yields continue to support the emirate’s property sector.

Realty

Iran Conflict Puts Dubai Real Estate Under Watch: Sentiment Shock or Structural Risk?

Geopolitical tensions involving Iran have sparked fresh questions about the resilience…

SquareFeatIndia
March 6, 2026

Real estate stocks traded mixed in early market hours as the Nifty Realty index slipped around 1%. Shares of Godrej Properties, Lodha Developers and DLF declined, while select stocks like Oberoi Realty and Anant Raj showed mild gains as investors remained cautious.

Realty

Indian Stock Markets Open: Real Estate Stocks Trade Mixed as Nifty Realty Remains Under Pressure

Real estate stocks traded mixed in early market hours as the Nifty Realty index slipped…

SquareFeatIndia
March 6, 2026

Asia Pacific office leasing rose 11% to 105.5 million sq ft in 2025, with India accounting for 68% of total demand across the region, according to Colliers’ latest market insights report.

Realty

India Dominates Asia Pacific Office Market as Regional Leasing Touches 105 Million sq ft in 2025

Asia Pacific office leasing rose 11% to 105.5 million sq ft in 2025, with India…

SquareFeatIndia
March 6, 2026