Is the Use of Digital Payment Methods Making an Impact in Kolkata?
It would be wrong to say that digital payment methods are something that have come into existence only on the back of the demonetization announcement. Mindfully or unmindfully, we have been slaves to digital payments for a very long time now with the use of debit cards and credit cards dominating this sphere for as long…
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Why NK Home Fiesta is a Great Opportunity to Discover the Best Property Deals in Kolkata
Your search for best property deals in Kolkata ends with the return of Kolkata’s biggest online property festival — NK Home Fiesta! Presented by NK Realtors, Home Fiesta-Season 2 brings together the most trusted and reputed builders offering some of the most lucrative property deals, cashback, and gifts on best-selling residential projects. Now in its…
Why Waiting for Lower Property Prices in Kolkata Can Be Disappointing
The Indian government’s decision to withdraw notes of Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 was intended to attack the black economy, keep a tag on transactions, and minimising cash transactions. A natural corollary to this was a likely hit to the real estate sector, which, for long, has been considered a refuge for unaccounted money. The…
How to Take Advantage of Online Property Fairs to Buy a Flat in Kolkata
It has been quite a few years that Avijit Roy lives in Pune. Originally from Kolkata, a city where he always wished to return, he wanted to buy a flat in a decent area. It was two years from when he lost his mother. His father expired when he was in college and since then…
EM Bypass Gariahat Connector — the New Food Street of Kolkata
Ask anyone even remotely acquainted with Kolkata’s food culture — “which is the ‘food street’ of the city?” And it’s almost certain that they’ll say “Park Street”. From the humble “bread and stew” at the local street stall to the succulent sizzlers and continental cuisines at the fine dining restaurants, Park Street has it all. No…
Buying a Flat in a Residential Complex vs Standalone Building in Kolkata: the Pros and Cons
Sharmila returned to Kolkata after spending 6 years in Mumbai. She was divorced with one lovely 4-year-old daughter. An economist by profession, she was a little worried about career opportunities in Kolkata. It was exactly six years since she came to live in Mumbai with her ex-husband Sudip and pursue her dreams of chasing a…
Time to Think of Rooftop Solar Panels on Buildings in Kolkata?
When Kolkata-based banker, Nilesh Gupta went to visit his cousin in Bengaluru, it was interesting (as well as inspiring) to see them living a ‘green’ lifestyle. Their home was powered by solar panels, which produced enough energy to meet his small family’s needs. What he really wondered was, can this be feasible in the real…
Buying a Property in Barrackpore is a Great Idea as It is Showing Growth Promise
A long time ago, a determined sepoy named Mangal Pandey rose in revolt against the oppressive Britishers in Barrackpore which started a watershed event in the history of India, the Sepoy Mutiny of 1957. But it was a long time ago. Today, a beautiful garden named Shahid Mangal Pandey Maha Udyan with his statue installed…
How to Do an Economical Smart Makeover of Your Flat
Transforming a house into your dream home is challenging. Picking up the right lighting and seating arrangement, choosing the ideal colour and fittings, the comfort factor… and the list continues to go on and on. Plus, it often requires a smart strategy otherwise your expenses can quickly snowball. You may feel that an economical smart…
The Dilemma of Investing in Land or Flat: The Wisdom of Om Prakash Todi
It was a long time since Om Prakash Todi (name changed on request) felt confused. Generally, he always was brimming with supreme confidence. In his air-conditioned office, he was thinking about how times changed. The cup of tea on his table was getting cold. All of his 55 years, he was always conservative with money….
Is It Time to Consider Better Measures to Control Air Pollution in Kolkata?
If you go up on a high building in Kolkata and look down on the glittering lights of the street below, you can see an engulfing gray haze, especially in the winter months. Although Kolkata has become much cleaner in last few years, particularly with an efficient waste management system in place, it is high…
Will the RERA Implementation Increase the Prices of Flats in Kolkata?
The real estate buyers in Kolkata are eagerly expecting the implementation of the Real Estate Regulation Act, 2016 (RERA) as it is widely believed that the RERA will go a long way in protecting the interests of the buyers. While the RERA will surely enhance consumer protection, but there are strong reasons to believe that…