Author: Hhomy Editorial Team
Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) have always played a significant role in India’s real estate market. In recent years, however, there has been a noticeable shift in preference—from ready or resale properties to new launch real estate projects. With India’s real estate sector becoming more transparent, regulated, and professionally managed, new launch projects are increasingly seen as safer, smarter, and more profitable investment avenues for NRIs. In this detailed guide, we explore why NRIs prefer new launch projects in India, the financial, legal, and lifestyle advantages they offer, and how these projects align perfectly with long-term wealth creation goals. Growing NRI Interest in Indian…
Rental income is one of the most dependable sources of passive income in India. With rising urban housing demand, strong rental yields in metro cities, and increasing NRI investments, more individuals are earning steady income from residential and commercial properties. However, many landlords still lack clarity on how rental income is taxed in India, what deductions are available, and how to optimize taxes legally. This comprehensive guide explains rental income taxation in India in detail—covering rules, calculations, exemptions, deductions, special cases, and smart tax-planning strategies. Whether you are a salaried individual, investor, or NRI landlord, understanding these aspects will help you stay compliant…
Buying a home or investing in real estate is often the biggest financial decision of one’s life. While glossy brochures, celebrity endorsements, sample flats, and attractive offers can be persuasive, they rarely tell the full story about a real estate developer. In fact, many buyers realize too late that strong marketing does not always translate into timely delivery, construction quality, or long-term value. To make a truly informed decision, it is essential to judge a developer beyond marketing materials. This detailed guide explains how homebuyers and investors in India can evaluate a developer’s credibility, track record, financial strength, and execution…
The Surprising Reality of Pre-Possession Price Growth Many homebuyers believe property value increases only after possession—once the building is complete, residents move in, and the neighborhood matures. However, experienced investors and seasoned developers know a powerful truth: some real estate projects appreciate significantly even before possession is offered. In India’s evolving real estate market of 2025–26, it is not uncommon to see under-construction projects rise 20–40 percent in value well before completion. This early appreciation is not accidental, nor is it driven by speculation alone. It is the result of a precise combination of location dynamics, infrastructure visibility, developer credibility, regulatory…
When Possession Delays Turn Dreams Into Disputes For most homebuyers, booking a property is one of the most significant financial and emotional commitments of their lives. The possession date promised by a builder is not just a timeline—it determines rental planning, loan EMIs, school admissions, relocation, and long-term financial stability. Unfortunately, project delays continue to be one of the most common challenges faced by Indian homebuyers. Even in 2026, despite regulatory reforms like RERA, possession delays still occur due to funding issues, approval bottlenecks, poor project planning, or market slowdowns. When a builder misses the possession deadline, buyers are often…
The Timeless Investment Debate Revisited For decades, Indian investors have debated one fundamental question: Is real estate better than mutual funds for wealth creation? In 2026, this question has become even more relevant as interest rates stabilize, real estate regulations mature, and financial markets experience periodic volatility. Both real estate and mutual funds are proven investment avenues. Each has created wealth for millions of Indians. However, they operate very differently in terms of risk, liquidity, taxation, control, returns, and emotional comfort. The right choice is no longer about “which is better,” but rather which suits your financial goals, risk appetite, and time horizon.…
The Indian real estate landscape is witnessing a profound transformation. Homes are no longer evaluated solely on location, carpet area, or amenities such as gardens and clubhouses. In 2025–26, technology has become a decisive factor in home-buying decisions, reshaping what buyers expect from residential properties. Smart homes—once seen as luxury indulgences—have now entered the mainstream, influencing purchasing behavior across income segments. This shift is not a passing trend. It reflects deeper changes in lifestyle, work patterns, security awareness, energy consumption, and digital comfort. Today’s homebuyer is informed, connected, and future-focused. As a result, smart homes are redefining not just how people…
The Reality of Managing Property from Abroad For Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), owning property in India is both an emotional and financial decision. It may represent roots, long-term investment, retirement planning, or rental income. However, managing property while living thousands of miles away comes with unique challenges—tenant coordination, rent collection, legal compliance, maintenance issues, and evolving regulatory requirements. In 2025–26, remote property management has become easier than ever—provided NRIs understand the right systems, legal structures, and professional support available. Digital governance, RERA compliance, online banking, and specialized property management services have transformed the way NRIs can control their Indian real estate…
Introduction: The Shift from Famous Pin Codes to Smart Micro-Markets For years, real estate investors and homebuyers in India believed that buying property in a well-known pin code was the safest and most profitable decision. Locations like South Mumbai, Bandra, South Delhi, Indiranagar, or Golf Course Road symbolized prestige, stability, and long-term value. While these areas still hold strong brand value, the real wealth creation in today’s market is happening elsewhere—inside micro-markets. As we move into 2025–26, the Indian real estate landscape has matured. Price transparency, regulatory reforms like RERA, improved infrastructure planning, and evolving buyer behavior have fundamentally changed how…
House numerology has gained mainstream interest among Indian home buyers, investors, and lifestyle planners who want their living spaces to align not only with financial logic but also with emotional energy, personal growth, and harmony. In 2026, more property seekers—especially in high-transaction markets like Mumbai, Thane, and Pune—are exploring numerology as part of their final decision matrix. Among all house numbers, Number 9 stands out as one of the most intense, powerful, and personality-defining energies in numerology. Number 9 is ruled by Mars (Mangal), a planet associated with courage, ambition, fire, passion, aggression, speed, and leadership. It is also considered the number of completion…