
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…

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….

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…

Should You Buy an Apartment in Kolkata Now after Demonetisation?
In the evening of November 8, 2016, the Prime Minister of India declared a path breaking policy decision to demonetise Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 currency notes. The declaration shocked the nation and soon everybody began to try and understand the implications of this step. As time passed, myriad opinions emerged about the short, medium…

4 Measures that Can Boost Transparency and Confidence in the Kolkata Property Market
The recent regulations passed by the parliament and some steps by the government are expected to make the Kolkata property market more transparent and bring in long-term confidence in the market. These measures are the Real Estate Regulation Act (RERA), the Benami Transactions (Prohibition) Act, 2016, the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and the demonetisation of Rs…

Luxury Homes for Sale in Kolkata Rise by 20% in 2016
Luxury homes for sale in Kolkata witnessed a phenomenal rise of 20 per cent during the (H1) of 2016, According to a report published by a leading real estate industry observer. As the city scaled new heights throughout the (H1) 2016 timeline, the supplies for such swanky units also experienced an incredibly impressive hike in…

Top 5 Myths About Property Investment Busted
Property investment myths are famed for inducing tension and confusion. Am I too young to invest in property? Are property investments safe? What if the prices fall? – are questions that cloud our minds when it comes to investing in properties. Although most of these are pertinent issues, there are ‘n’ number of myths surrounding…