Blackstone-backed Aadhar Housing Finance (AHFL) has reinforced its position as India’s leading affordable housing loan provider with a significant 47% gain since its IPO in May. Analysts attribute this growth to the company’s large network and the government’s strong push for affordable housing.

Kotak Mahindra Bank would buy Standard Chartered Bank India's ₹4,100 crore personal loan portfolio. This transaction should be completed in three months, pending regulatory clearances and closing conditions. The loans purchased are conventional, easing the transfer for banks and clients.

Housing finance firms (HFCs) want the government's Credit Risk Guarantee Fund Trust for Low-Income Housing reformed. The idea aims to enhance house loan guarantee cover to ₹25 lakh, up from the present maximum of ₹5 lakh, as per sources.

Pre-approved home loans simplify the buying process for homebuyers. Pre-approved loans may make homebuying easier by increasing bargaining power, simplifying paperwork, and providing financial clarity. This complete guide on Ghar covers its benefits, phases, drawbacks, and professional advice.

In Karnataka, DC conversion is required before utilising agricultural land for residential, commercial, or industrial uses. Ghar provides a tutorial on DC Conversion of Agricultural Land in Karnataka to assist you understand the procedure and prevent any legal difficulties.

Bajaj Housing Finance Limited (BHFL) plans to raise 6,560 crore via an IPO, including new share issuance and a sale. With quick expansion since its founding, a broad loan portfolio, and sound financials, BHFL can capitalise on India's rising housing demand.

Leading private equity company TA Associates acquired a major minority investment in Vastu Housing Finance Corp., a pan-India diversified lending organisation, on Thursday. Investments included the International Finance Corporation.

Home loans are popular with the middle class, so minimise your monthly payments. Without adequate preparation, EMIs may strain your monthly budget and increase your loan cost. This blog on Ghar discusses five ways to reduce your home loan EMI.

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Bank lending to commercial real estate, including residential projects, rose 23% last fiscal year excluding the HDFC-HDFC Bank merger. Loans totaled Rs 3.97 lakh crore. Including the merger, growth rose to 38.9%, with Rs 4.48 lakh crore in loans as of March 31.

Phoenix ARC, backed by Kotak Mahindra Bank, bought two stressed loans for ₹1,800 crore from IIFL, committing to an 83% recovery rate for the Fairfax-supported non-bank lender. The ₹1,500 crore acquisition was made in an open auction, with Phoenix ARC being the lone bidder.

From January 5 to 7, 2024, CREDAI Ahmedabad will host the 18th GIHED Property Show. The Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and the Minister of State for Home Harsh Sanghvi will launch this important event.

Bandhan Bank will sell its ₹775-crore affordable house loan portfolio to Avenue Capital-backed Arcil for ₹280 crore. A planned cash transaction by the bank addresses financial challenges for low-income households struggling to repay housing loans of ₹10-12 lakh.

Despite rising interest rates over the last 18 months, asset quality has improved in the Indian home financing market. Rising incomes have offset greater monthly payments, ensuring stability.

The state-owned Indian Bank sold ₹610 crore in bad loans to simplify its financial portfolio. The bank plans to straighten up its accounts by the end of the year. Real estate and international trade debts are sold.