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Real Estate Investment: 8 Major Challenges and How to Safeguard Your Returns

Real Estate Mumbai

Real Estate Investment: 8 Major Challenges and How to Safeguard Your Returns

Real estate investment requires not just spotting opportunities but also anticipating obstacles. This article explores eight of the most pressing challenges in real estate investment, along with concrete strategies to safeguard your returns.

September 10, 2025
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Unified RERA Portal: A Game-Changer for India’s Real Estate Market

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Unified RERA Portal: A Game-Changer for India’s Real Estate Market

The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs has launched a unified Real Estate Regulatory Authority (Rera) portal, integrating data from all states and union territories. This initiative aims to enhance transparency, accountability, and efficiency in the real estate sector, boosting investor confidence and protecting homebuyers.

September 8, 2025
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Mumbai's Willingdon Society Residents Face Rs 35 Crore Penalty for Irregular Construction

Real Estate Mumbai

Mumbai's Willingdon Society Residents Face Rs 35 Crore Penalty for Irregular Construction

Residents of the Willingdon View Cooperative Housing Society in Tardeo, Mumbai, have been ordered to pay a substantial penalty of Rs 35 crore to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to regularize their building. This move underscores the civic administration's commitment to enforcing planning norms and addressing irregular construction.

September 6, 2025
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GST Reduction on Cement: A Game-Changer for the Real Estate Sector

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GST Reduction on Cement: A Game-Changer for the Real Estate Sector

The Confederation of Real Estate Developers' Associations of India (CREDAI) has praised the government's decision to reduce the GST rate on cement from 28% to 18%, predicting a significant boost in the real estate sector.

September 4, 2025
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GST 2.0: A Game-Changer for the Real Estate Sector

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GST 2.0: A Game-Changer for the Real Estate Sector

The introduction of GST 2.0 aims to reduce construction costs and simplify tax compliance, benefiting both homebuyers and developers in the real estate market.

September 2, 2025
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Building Trust Through Compliance: How RERA is Reshaping India's Real Estate Market

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Building Trust Through Compliance: How RERA is Reshaping India's Real Estate Market

The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 (RERA) has transformed India's housing market by enforcing transparency, escrow norms, and statutory disclosures, making the industry more reliable and customer-focused.

August 30, 2025
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NRI Guide: 6 Essential Factors to Consider Before Investing in Indian Real Estate

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NRI Guide: 6 Essential Factors to Consider Before Investing in Indian Real Estate

Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) must carefully evaluate key factors such as purpose, costs, property management, and tax implications before investing in real estate back home. Stamp duty can range from 4–10% of the property's market value, and other expenses like registration fees and brokerage must also be factored in.

August 26, 2025
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Income Tax Act, 2025: Key Changes for Taxpayers, Businesses, and Property Owners

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Income Tax Act, 2025: Key Changes for Taxpayers, Businesses, and Property Owners

The Income Tax Act, 2025 brings significant changes for individual taxpayers, businesses, and property owners. It aims to simplify tax compliance, enhance transparency, and promote digitalization in the tax ecosystem.

August 26, 2025
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GST 2.0 to Transform the Real Estate Sector with Simplified Compliance and Lower Costs

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GST 2.0 to Transform the Real Estate Sector with Simplified Compliance and Lower Costs

The introduction of GST 2.0, with its simplified two-slab structure, is expected to reduce input costs, streamline compliance, and boost the real estate sector by making housing more affordable and accessible.

August 22, 2025
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MahaRERA Takes Strong Action: Suspends 4,812 Housing Projects, Freezes Developer Accounts

Real Estate Maharashtra

MahaRERA Takes Strong Action: Suspends 4,812 Housing Projects, Freezes Developer Accounts

The Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MahaRERA) has suspended 4,812 housing projects and frozen developer accounts due to non-compliance with regulations. Property registration departments have been instructed to block sales until compliance is achieved.

August 19, 2025
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How to File and Retrieve Your Income Tax Return Online

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How to File and Retrieve Your Income Tax Return Online

A comprehensive guide on how to file your ITR online, retrieve a copy of your filed returns, and avoid common mistakes to make the process smoother.

August 19, 2025
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Odisha Government Launches Drive to Regularize Apartment Projects

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Odisha Government Launches Drive to Regularize Apartment Projects

The Odisha government has initiated a drive to regularize apartment projects that face hurdles due to deviations from sanctioned plans or lack of necessary approvals, aiming to provide relief to home buyers.

August 4, 2025
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Pune's Green Building Tax Discount: Beneficiaries Double, but Compliance Questioned

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Pune's Green Building Tax Discount: Beneficiaries Double, but Compliance Questioned

Pune Municipal Corporation's (PMC) latest Environment Status Report (ESR) shows a significant increase in beneficiaries of the green building tax discount. However, experts and citizens are raising concerns about the effectiveness and compliance of these green initiatives.

July 31, 2025
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Understanding the Impact of Noida Airport's 10km Construction Ban on Real Estate

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Understanding the Impact of Noida Airport's 10km Construction Ban on Real Estate

Discover how the 10km construction ban around the Noida International Airport affects real estate projects, market sentiment, and regulatory compliance.

July 30, 2025
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TG RERA Imposes Heavy Penalty on Hyderabad-Based Builder for Non-Compliance

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TG RERA Imposes Heavy Penalty on Hyderabad-Based Builder for Non-Compliance

The Telangana Real Estate Regulatory Authority (TGRERA) has imposed a penalty of Rs 15.29 lakh on Edifice Projects for failing to register its La Bouquet Edifice project in Madinaguda. The builder is also required to rectify defects in five villas within 30 days.

July 26, 2025
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Selling a Property Gifted by Parents: Understanding Tax Implications

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Selling a Property Gifted by Parents: Understanding Tax Implications

If you've received a property as a gift from your parents and are planning to sell it, understanding the tax implications is crucial. This article explains how capital gains tax is calculated and what steps you should take to ensure compliance.

July 26, 2025
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SEBI’s Online Filing System and Public Issue Guidelines for REITs: A Comprehensive Guide

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SEBI’s Online Filing System and Public Issue Guidelines for REITs: A Comprehensive Guide

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has introduced a fully operational online filing system for Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) and detailed guidelines for public issues, aiming to streamline processes and enhance transparency.

July 12, 2025
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TLH Advocates & Solicitors Welcomes Alluri Sriharinadha Raju as Litigation Partner

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TLH Advocates & Solicitors Welcomes Alluri Sriharinadha Raju as Litigation Partner

Alluri Sriharinadha Raju, with over 15 years of experience in litigation and real estate, joins TLH Advocates & Solicitors as a Partner in Litigation at the Vijayawada office.

July 8, 2025
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Government Tightens Real Estate Regulations, Enhances ORERA Compliance in Bhubaneswar

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Government Tightens Real Estate Regulations, Enhances ORERA Compliance in Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar: The housing and urban development department is collaborating with the revenue and disaster management department to enforce strict regulations and enhance compliance with the Odisha Real Estate Regulatory Authority (ORERA).

July 1, 2025
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NMMC Mandates Compliance for 2,111 Buildings Without Occupancy Certificates

Real Estate Mumbai

NMMC Mandates Compliance for 2,111 Buildings Without Occupancy Certificates

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) has identified 2,111 buildings operating without occupancy certificates (OCs). The civic body urges immediate compliance to avoid legal penalties and ensure public safety.

June 30, 2025
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