Rain, Floods, and Real Estate: The Complex Relationship in Bangalore

A viral X post from a Bangalore homeowner raises concerns about stagnant property prices near flood-prone Manyata Tech Park. But data shows a different story—prices in the area have doubled in three years. This article explores the complex relationship between rain, real estate, and resilience in India’s fastest-growing city.

MahaRERA Becomes First in India to Cross 50,000 Housing Project Registrations

MahaRERA has made history by becoming the first and only state real estate authority in India to register over 50,000 housing projects. With 35% of the nation’s total registered housing developments, Maharashtra outpaces Tamil Nadu and Gujarat by a wide margin, reflecting its leadership in regulated real estate growth.

Budget 2025 and Its Impact on Foreign Investments in the Luxury Housing Sector

Budget 2025 is expected to introduce key reforms in FDI regulations, tax incentives, and REITs, enhancing foreign investment in India’s luxury housing sector.

Builders ask Govt To Reconsider GST on FSI Charges, Warns of Potential 10% Increase in Housing Prices

CREDAI has strongly opposed the proposed 18% GST on FSI (Floor Space Index) and Additional FSI charges, claiming that it could raise housing prices by 7-10%, making affordable housing projects financially unfeasible. The real estate body has urged the government to reconsider the move, warning that it could lead to stalled developments and disrupt the housing market.

Know How Much your Housing Price will Increase?

A Reuters poll forecasts a 7.8% rise in India’s house prices for 2024, primarily driven by luxury real estate demand. The CREDAI Housing Price Tracker reveals substantial price hikes in Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Delhi NCR, while Mumbai’s prices remain stable.