
While real estate can give good returns, it can also mean a hefty tax outgo. Irrespective of how the property has been acquired, the taxman looks at each and every real estate transaction.

The rentals for shops in good locations are shooting through the roof. Does it make sense to buy retail spaces at this stage, especially when many experts are predicting slowing demand from shoppers...

Indian cities, struggling with expansion amid the huge influx of people, are working overtime to improve their transport systems. Many are betting big on modern monorail and metro rail networks.

The much-awaited price correction seems to be finally happening. In the April to June quarter, house prices fell in 22 out of 26 cities tracked by NHB's Residex compared with the March quarter.

Investing in offices - one of the two components of commercial real estate, the other being retail - is a good way to earn high rental income and gain from capital appreciation.

Some of the common ways in which real estate developers try to cheat property buyers.

Developers are becoming savvy about brands. In a bid to boost the value of their properties, they are tying up with brands such as Disney, Swarovski and Armani. Investing in such projects is not a...

E-filing of income-tax returns has become mandatory for some taxpayers as the tax department tries to modernise.

With the increase in e-commerce, many companies have started offering services such as payment collection and logistics to online retailers.

Until the real estate regulator becomes a reality, buying property remains a risky task. Buyers often find themselves stuck with properties that are on the wrong side of law or paying for things they ...





