Blog

Our blog section provides complete, authenticated, and latest information with respect to real estate.

How a 300-Year-Old City is Transforming for the Future

Transforming an old city is always challenging. But Kolkata has the spirit (and a plan) to reinvent itself. A plan so big it could turn the city from a chaotic disorder into one of India’s smartest cities. The Kolkata Master Plan 2025 isn’t like other boring government documents. This plan is different. It shows exactly…

How New Growth Hotspots Are Boosting Kolkata’s Property Market

“We will be reaching Kolkata before Shahthi,” informed Tiyasha. Sunetra, Tiyasha’s mother, asked, “Rajat aschhe to?” “Of course, Ma. We will all come together.” “I have not seen Riddhi for ages,’ said Sunetra wistfully. (Riddhi is her six-year-old grandson.) “He is counting his days to see you and Baba,” said Tiyasha. “I am looking forward…

GST Rate Changes: What It Means for the Property Buyers

“Just wait for a couple of weeks,” Sunita advised her husband. Anirban, Sunita’s husband, was surprised. “What is going to change in 2 weeks?” he asked incredulously. “A lot is going to change. Especially, the apartment we are planning to buy. Even the cost of interiors for the new home will reduce.” “A rare occasion…

Metro Expansion Transforms Daily Commute for Millions in Kolkata

Sumana never thought her daily ordeal of traveling to and from her office would ever end. It usually took about 2 hours to reach her office at Salt Lake Sector 5 from her home at Hindmotor every day. Besides, traveling in public transport during the summer and rainy seasons used to leave her completely drained…

The Investment Mistake 50% of Indians Make (And How to Avoid It)

If you had ₹50 lakh right now, would you buy an apartment or invest it in mutual funds? This is a question that intrigues crores of Indians. The answer might surprise you because it’s not what most people think. Most people have two main expectations when it comes to investments: keep the money safe and…

Women’s Rights in Property Ownership: Unveiling the Legal Truths

Husbands register property in their wives’ names and it sounds like a smart move. Lower stamp duty, cheaper loans, better tax breaks. What’s not to love? But before you rush to the registrar’s office, here’s something you must consider. Just because her name is on those property papers doesn’t automatically make your wife the sole…

Location vs Amenities: The One Factor That Decides Your Home’s Future Value

Here’s a truth about real estate nobody talks about: the “perfect” home doesn’t exist. Every property forces you to make trade-offs. You’ve probably experienced this firsthand. That stunning apartment with the rooftop pool and five-star gym near Tollygunge Club! It’s more than an hour’s drive from your office at BBD Bag. The flat near College…

Interior Designers have a New Creative Partner: AI

Interior design used to be like painting with your eyes closed. You’d sketch endlessly, hunt through material samples, and hope your client could visualize your imagination. Those days are vanishing faster than you can say “mood board.” AI has slipped into design studios everywhere, and it’s doing more than just speeding things up. It’s completely…

Property Buying in India: Expect the Unexpected Costs

Ravi stared at the Facebook advertisement, his heart racing. “₹45 lakhs only!” it proclaimed in bold letters, showing a pristine 2BHK apartment. This was his dream home. Three months later, Ravi sat across from his lawyer, calculator in hand, watching his budget crumble. First came stamp duty and registration fees. Then GST. Bank processing charges…