Insights

Why are Indians Flocking to Dubai’s Property Market?

Destination Dubai Sun, sand, world-class shopping and a cosmopolitan lifestyle that is the envy of the world; those are just some of traits that has made Dubai in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) one of the most sought after destinations in the world. Strategically located on the doorsteps of India and Europe, Dubai is unique

Easy Home Loans For Low- Income Women Buyers

Housing for all is not just the wish of upper and middle-class India, but the low-income segments as well. While developers and experts talk of interest rate cuts and lower prices, they forget that millions daily-wage workers are not eligible to get a bank loan to buy a home. Take the case of Dhanashree and

Are PE Funds The New Banks For Indian Developers?

When private equity funds first flocked to the Indian real estate market between 2006 and 2008, a majority burnt their fingers on projects that were ill-planned and over-valued, leaving them unable to recover their investments. But today, that nightmare seems to have been left behind, with private equity interest in the sector soaring. “Private equity

Factsheet: Repatriation of Funds for NRI homebuyers

Weakening rupee has led to a surge in NRIs buying property in India. An Assocham Report released last year said that property purchase by the NRIs have increased to 35% in comparison to 18% the previous year. The NRI community felt comfortable with the new Government too, which resulted into more purchase here. But are