Housing Boom with a Twist: New Launches Jump 13% but Buyers Turn Cautious in Q1 2026

India’s housing market saw record-breaking launches in Q1 2026, but slower sales growth signals cautious buyers. Premium homes dominate demand, reshaping the real estate landscape.

Maharashtra Keeps RR Rates Unchanged for FY27, Realty Sector Gets Relief

Maharashtra has kept Ready Reckoner rates unchanged for FY 2026–27, providing relief to homebuyers and developers while helping maintain affordability and market stability.

Sales Down 7%, Inventory Above 6 Lakh: Q1 2026 Real Estate Data Raises Red Flags

India’s housing market saw a shocking 7% quarterly drop in sales in Q1 2026 despite strong annual growth. With rising inventory, increasing luxury supply, and global uncertainties impacting demand, is the real estate cycle entering a new phase?

📰 Construction Costs to Rise 3–5% in 2026: Labour Surge, Material Trends to Impact Real Estate Prices

India’s construction costs are set to rise 3–5% in 2026, driven mainly by a sharp increase in labour costs and mixed material price trends, according to JLL’s latest report.

Premium Homes Dominate as Affordable Housing Sales Drop 17% YoY in 2025

India’s housing market is witnessing a structural shift toward premium homes, with properties above ₹1 crore now making up half of total sales, while affordable housing demand has dropped 17% year-on-year, according to Knight Frank India’s latest report.