Real estate has long been India's backbone, evolving from ancient landownership to a multi-billion-dollar industry. This guide on Ghar explores its historical journey, socio-economic impact, and future trends shaping the sector.

Mid-sized property developers in India are adapting to the evolving real estate landscape by leveraging local expertise to deliver niche, high-quality developments, regaining ground after 2017's consolidation by large corporations.

Mumbai's luxury residential sector is a worldwide symbol of grandeur. Channel partners link developers and selective purchasers in this private sector, notably in the ultra-premium category, where knowledge and networks account for over 60% of transactions.

NRI (Non-Resident Indian) investments in Indian real estate are witnessing unprecedented growth, driven by economic, emotional, and regulatory factors. Ghar shares a mini-guide as to why NRIs are increasingly investing in Indian properties and how you can leverage this massive market opportunity.

For every homebuyer, the happiest milestone is when their investment materializes as they receive possession of their property. This moment transforms their financial commitment into a tangible asset.

In 2024, over 5.3 lakh residences will be completed, a decade-high. The Covid-19 outbreak delayed projects and the government-backed SWAMIH fund revived them, causing this increase. NAREDCO states that almost 4.35 lakh units were constructed in the top seven cities in 2023.

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.

Over the last two years, India's real estate business has seen record sales, increasing demand for construction and sales skills. Since competent workers are scarce, consultancy companies and developers are hiring new graduates from business schools.

Magicbricks has introduced MagicHomes, a fresh way to help you find the latest housing projects across India's big cities. Whether you're looking in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Pune, Ahmedabad, or Chennai, MagicHomes is here to make your search easier.

In a groundbreaking move, the Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MahaRERA) has unveiled draft guidelines aimed at revolutionizing housing projects for the elderly, making it a trailblazer in India for advocating the specialized housing needs of retirees.

MahaRERA recovered over Rs 140 crore this year from developers who delayed flat deliveries, distressing homeowners. This is one of India's greatest real estate regulator recoveries. MahaRERA has filed 1,123 warrants this year to collect about Rs 764 crore from developers, threatening to freeze bank

The Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MahaRERA) is revolutionizing the Indian real estate sector with its groundbreaking Quality Assurance Framework. This comprehensive initiative aims to elevate construction standards, ensure defect-free homes, and empower homebuyers

In a bold initiative to demonstrate openness and regulatory supervision, MahaRERA deregistered seven key projects throughout the state. Developers recognise budgetary restrictions and lacklustre reception to their offers.

MahaRera will assess every project based on technical, legal, financial, and general project overviews that developers must provide every six months online to make the real estate business more responsible to purchasers.

The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016, was a major change in the Indian real estate market. Half a decade of RERA has definitely impacted the Indian property market in various ways.