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Rising Home Prices in India: How the Lower Middle Class is Being Priced Out
The rapid increase in housing costs in India's major cities is making it increasingly difficult for lower-income families to afford homes, pushing many into the rental market.
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Is the Middle Class Opting for Premium Homes Over Affordable Ones in India?
The latest ANAROCK Homebuyer Sentiment Survey (H1 2025) reveals a significant shift in India’s housing market, with 36% of buyers now preferring premium homes priced between Rs 90 lakh and Rs 1.5 crore, while only 17% opt for affordable housing under Rs 45 lakh.
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Navigating the Maze of Modern Investment Options: A Guide for the Indian Middle Class
Today's investment landscape is fraught with low returns, high risks, and uncertain projections. From mutual funds to real estate, the options are either uninspiring or daunting. This article explores the best strategies for middle-class investors in India.
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Affordable Homeownership in India: Netizens Discuss the Challenges and Opportunities
Rising property prices in major Indian cities are making homeownership a distant dream for many middle-class earners, even those with a ₹12 lakh per annum income. Netizens share their insights and experiences on the challenges and potential solutions.
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Struggling to Buy Property on ₹12 LPA in Big Cities? Netizens Share Insights
Netizens on Reddit discuss the challenges of buying property on a ₹12 lakh per annum income in major Indian cities, highlighting the impact of rising real estate prices and the role of inherited wealth and connections.
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REITs: A Game-Changer for Wealth Creation in India’s Middle Class
Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) are transforming the investment landscape in India, making commercial real estate accessible to the middle class. Discover how REITs offer a balanced, inclusive, and modern investment avenue amid India’s economic rise.
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The Hidden Costs of Upfront Maintenance: A Middle-Class Housing Trap
Many Indian homebuyers are discovering a hidden trap when they pay four years of maintenance upfront, only to be billed again after a short period. This article explores the issue and provides insights from a wealth advisor.
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The Vanishing Affordable Homes: India's Housing Market Crisis
In India's major cities, affordable homes are rapidly disappearing, while luxury towers are proliferating. The gap between household income and home prices is widening, making it increasingly difficult for the middle class to buy homes.
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Mumbai's Middle Class Faces 109-Year Wait for Homeownership: The Housing Crisis Unveiled
A startup founder exposes the grim reality of Mumbai's housing market, revealing that middle-class families need over a century to save for a home. The crisis extends to other major cities, with Gurugram, Kolkata, and Bengaluru also facing severe affordability issues.
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India's Metro Housing Market: A Rigged Game Controlled by a Few Wealthy Families
India's metro housing market is rigged, controlled by a few wealthy families, and driven by black money, according to top finfluencer Akshat Shrivastava. This manipulation keeps prices artificially high, making it a financial death trap for the middle class.
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The Middle Class Struggles to Afford Cars in India: A Market Shift and Taxation Crisis
India's middle class is finding it increasingly difficult to afford cars due to market shifts, rising input costs, and high taxation. The shift towards SUVs and the disappearance of affordable hatchbacks are exacerbating the problem.
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Why India's Middle Class Can't Afford Homes Anymore
The Indian housing market has seen a significant rise in property prices, outpacing household income growth and making homeownership a distant dream for the middle class.
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Middle-Class Indians Thrive in Dubai’s Real Estate Market, Struggle in India
While middle-class Indians in Dubai are building wealth through sustainable property investments, their counterparts in India are burdened by high EMIs and low rental yields.
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Why Earning ₹20 Lakh a Year Isn't Enough to Buy a Home in India
Since the pandemic, luxury housing has outperformed affordable segments, with premium homes accounting for a growing share of sales. This trend is pushing out legitimate homebuyers and benefiting developers and investors.
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New CREDAI Chief Takes Charge, Seeks Redefinition of Affordable Housing
The change of guard ceremony for the new CREDAI chief was held in Gandhinagar, with the Chief Minister and other dignitaries in attendance. The new leader is advocating for a modification in the definition of affordable housing to better serve the needs of the middle class.
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Delhi's Real Estate Crisis: The Hidden Costs of Living in the Capital
Once a city of spacious bungalows and ancestral homes, Delhi's real estate market has become a battleground for the middle class, revealing the harsh realities of urban living.
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Delhi Real Estate: Middle-Class Dreams and the Widening Class Divide
A Reddit post detailing the struggles of the middle class in Delhi's real estate market has ignited a heated debate online. The post highlights the increasing gap between the wealthy and the middle class in one of India's most populous cities.
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Why Housing is No Longer a Wise Investment for the Indian Middle Class
The Indian real estate market is facing significant challenges, making it less viable for middle-class families. Here's why housing is no longer a smart investment for them.
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Is Real Estate Still a Viable Investment for the Indian Middle Class?
The Indian real estate market has seen significant changes, making it less attractive for middle-class investors. This article explores the current state of the property market and why traditional investments might no longer be the best option.
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Union Budget 2025-26: Boosting Consumption and Middle Class Relief
The Union Budget 2025-26 brought relief for the middle class with personal tax cuts aimed at increasing disposable income, which is expected to positively impact discretionary spending in sectors like autos, jewellery, travel, and real estate.