Homebuyers Rejoice: RBI’s 50 bps Rate Cut Lowers EMIs, Boosts Affordable Housing Prospects

In a significant move for homebuyers, the RBI has cut the repo rate by 50 bps to 5.5%, making home loans cheaper and boosting affordability in the affordable and mid-income housing segments. Developers and industry leaders welcome the decision, expecting renewed demand and faster project execution.

RBI Rate Cut Brings Good News for Homebuyers: Lower EMIs

In a major relief for homebuyers, the RBI has reduced the repo rate by 25 basis points to 6%, marking its second consecutive cut. Industry leaders say this move will improve housing affordability, boost buyer sentiment, and encourage new project launches—especially in affordable and mid-income segments.

RBI Cuts Repo Rate by 25bps: A Boon for Homebuyers and the Real Estate Sector

The RBI’s decision to cut the repo rate by 25 bps to 6.25% is a significant boost for the real estate sector. Experts believe this move, coupled with recent tax benefits, will make home loans more affordable, encourage homebuyers, and drive market growth. Industry leaders highlight the positive impact on liquidity, affordability, and overall demand in both residential and commercial real estate.

MahaRERA Redefines Criteria for SROs to Benefit Developers Outside MMR

MahaRERA has announced a change to its criteria for forming Self Regulatory Organisations (SROs), reducing the minimum project requirement from 500 to 200 for developers outside the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR). This reform aims to provide more accessible regulatory guidance, helping developers streamline project registrations, renewals, and compliance processes across Maharashtra.

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.