An ethical real estate company ensures that all business information is honestly and accurately recorded and reported in compliance with applicable laws We keep talking of ethical real estate business. Is a code of ethics just a fancy manifesto you put up on your office wall? Does it mean that the company merely steers clear of illegal dealings? If that was all there was to real estate ethics, it ....
Ahmedabad witnessed real estate transactions worth around Rs 1,100 crore in the financial year that ended on March 31, 2010 Gujarat, a state in western India, aims big in constructing superb developments to set new standards in the global real estate industry. Positioned as a significant industrial destination in the map of India, the state offers a wealth of investment opportunities for investors....
Today, Indian guests enjoy comfortable stay, together with timely services from trained staff even in budget hotels After traveling several distraught miles, Indian hospitality and tourism industry is experiencing a boom phase in recent times on the back of burgeoning Indian middle class, increasing foreign tourists (primarily driven by robust growth in IT and outsourcing sectors), growing economy....
Major cities such as New Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai and Mumbai are witnessing housing developments in the vicinity of industrial belts The prime benefits of high-density planned development stems from a highly efficient work-home relationship. Time, energy and resources spent on transportation are optimised, without compromising on compatibility of different land uses. Todays urban centres have the s....
The answer to the countrys abysmal story on urban poor housing can be lower income group townships Currently, the second largest growing economy India is expected to overtake China and emerge the fastest growing economy by 2018. Even after this, the countrys urban landscape is dotted with slums, forcing a chunk of the population to live in sub-standard houses surrounded by dirt and squalor. Even t....
The entire segment of studio apartments is pegged at Rs 1,500 crore and is estimated to grow at 15-20% annually With changing demographics and lifestyles, there has been a demand spurt for smaller housing units, which are cost-effective and suit improved lifestyles of modern consumers. At present, Young Turks are coming out to invest in a house of their own much earlier than their older generation....
Currently, franchising is emerging as one of the key growth patterns for many Asian firms and India is in the middle of retail franchise revolution In recent times, malls have emerged as leading franchise vehicles in India, owing to their popularity and ability to increase footfall. In addition, malls provide visitors with varied recreational facilities, apart from creating a gala shopping ambienc....
Although the concept of environment-friendly apartments or villas evolved around 1970s globally, in India it gained momentum only in the last couple of years Imagine living larger than life. A sprawling bungalow overlooking breathtaking beauties, but charges minimal or zero maintenance cost.
Mumbai-based Nanak Properties has successfully converted your imagination into reality. Spread over 55 a....
Developers currently are cashing in on senior citizens homes, the emerging market segment in Indian realty Of late, the Indian market is witnessing a sea-change with respect to the status of senior citizens. They are no longer the solitary, risk-averse and economically-dependent class. Growing population, financial independence and change in attitude have given birth to a new and lucrative market ....
Demand for residential realty, both rental and outright purchases, will continue to rise, prompting developers to launch new projects across the city While it is still a far cry to equate Mumbai with Shanghai in terms of aesthetics and infrastructure, the countrys financial capital is home to several big corporations and financial institutions. Mumbais large and variegated commercial demographics ....
Dr Vivek Desai, managing director of Hosmac India Pvt Ltd
Changing character of healthcare needs and continuing increase in their complexity have led to greater emphasis on hospital planning and design in recent times. Therefore, the need for collaboration between those who care for the sick and those who plan fa....
The proposal to levy service tax on real estate is likely to push up apartment prices by 6-7% in tier II and III cities, while tier I cities may witness a 0.5-4% hike in property prices
Samir Jasuja, founder and managing director of PropEquity Research
Those who have closely followed the previous innings of affabl....
The prominent changes noticed post-recession include reduction in property sizes, shift in buyer sentiments and developers focusing towards safer and realistic growth plans
Sushil Mantri, founder and CMD of Mantri Developers Pvt. Ltd
Cycles are inevitable for every industry, not just for real estate. The housing f....
Anuj Puri of JLL (India) discusses real-time ethics in real estate business
Posted On Friday, September 03, 2010
An ethical real estate company ensures that all business information is honestly and accurately recorded and reported in compliance with applicable laws We keep talking of ethical real estate business. Is a code of ethics just a fancy manifesto you put up on your office wall? Does it mean that the company merely steers clear of illegal dealings? If that was all there was to real estate ethics, it ....
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Pravin Bavadiya of City Estate Management explains how investor-friendly policies and well-developed infrastructure facilities have made Gujarat a real estate hotspot for investors
Posted On Wednesday, September 01, 2010
Ahmedabad witnessed real estate transactions worth around Rs 1,100 crore in the financial year that ended on March 31, 2010 Gujarat, a state in western India, aims big in constructing superb developments to set new standards in the global real estate industry. Positioned as a significant industrial destination in the map of India, the state offers a wealth of investment opportunities for investors....
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As India is witnessing mushrooming of budget hotels, the question of unaffordability has gained momentum. Anil Madhok of Sarovar Hotels explains the challenges and formulates smart ways to tackle this.
Posted On Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Today, Indian guests enjoy comfortable stay, together with timely services from trained staff even in budget hotels After traveling several distraught miles, Indian hospitality and tourism industry is experiencing a boom phase in recent times on the back of burgeoning Indian middle class, increasing foreign tourists (primarily driven by robust growth in IT and outsourcing sectors), growing economy....
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As millions of Indians spend long hours to reach offices, Samir Jasuja of PropEquity speaks about the recent rise in residential hubs near industrial belts
Posted On Friday, July 30, 2010
Major cities such as New Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai and Mumbai are witnessing housing developments in the vicinity of industrial belts The prime benefits of high-density planned development stems from a highly efficient work-home relationship. Time, energy and resources spent on transportation are optimised, without compromising on compatibility of different land uses. Todays urban centres have the s....
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Slum development in India, a need – indicates Nityanand Sonthalia of Shriram Ozone
Posted On Wednesday, July 28, 2010
The answer to the countrys abysmal story on urban poor housing can be lower income group townships Currently, the second largest growing economy India is expected to overtake China and emerge the fastest growing economy by 2018. Even after this, the countrys urban landscape is dotted with slums, forcing a chunk of the population to live in sub-standard houses surrounded by dirt and squalor. Even t....
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Indian realty waking up to studio apartments, says Bhim Yadav, CEO of Falcon Realty Services Pvt. Ltd
Posted On Wednesday, June 30, 2010
The entire segment of studio apartments is pegged at Rs 1,500 crore and is estimated to grow at 15-20% annually With changing demographics and lifestyles, there has been a demand spurt for smaller housing units, which are cost-effective and suit improved lifestyles of modern consumers. At present, Young Turks are coming out to invest in a house of their own much earlier than their older generation....
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Malls driving franchising in India - Shubhranshu Pani of JLLM
Posted On Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Currently, franchising is emerging as one of the key growth patterns for many Asian firms and India is in the middle of retail franchise revolution In recent times, malls have emerged as leading franchise vehicles in India, owing to their popularity and ability to increase footfall. In addition, malls provide visitors with varied recreational facilities, apart from creating a gala shopping ambienc....
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Live the eco-friendly way – Manoj Sainani, Nanak Properties
Posted On Tuesday, June 01, 2010
Although the concept of environment-friendly apartments or villas evolved around 1970s globally, in India it gained momentum only in the last couple of years Imagine living larger than life. A sprawling bungalow overlooking breathtaking beauties, but charges minimal or zero maintenance cost. Mumbai-based Nanak Properties has successfully converted your imagination into reality. Spread over 55 a....
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Opportunities galore in senior housing sector, says Saumyajit Roy of JLLM
Posted On Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Developers currently are cashing in on senior citizens homes, the emerging market segment in Indian realty Of late, the Indian market is witnessing a sea-change with respect to the status of senior citizens. They are no longer the solitary, risk-averse and economically-dependent class. Growing population, financial independence and change in attitude have given birth to a new and lucrative market ....
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Mumbai property market going strong, says Pawan Swamy of JLLM
Posted On Saturday, May 01, 2010
Demand for residential realty, both rental and outright purchases, will continue to rise, prompting developers to launch new projects across the city While it is still a far cry to equate Mumbai with Shanghai in terms of aesthetics and infrastructure, the countrys financial capital is home to several big corporations and financial institutions. Mumbais large and variegated commercial demographics ....
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Integrated approach to hospital planning – Dr Vivek Desai of Hosmac India Pvt Ltd
Posted On Monday, April 26, 2010
Dr Vivek Desai, managing director of Hosmac India Pvt Ltd Changing character of healthcare needs and continuing increase in their complexity have led to greater emphasis on hospital planning and design in recent times. Therefore, the need for collaboration between those who care for the sick and those who plan fa....
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‘Do not kill affordable housing’, urges Samir Jasuja of PropEquity Research
Posted On Wednesday, March 31, 2010
The proposal to levy service tax on real estate is likely to push up apartment prices by 6-7% in tier II and III cities, while tier I cities may witness a 0.5-4% hike in property prices Samir Jasuja, founder and managing director of PropEquity Research Those who have closely followed the previous innings of affabl....
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Changing trends in Indian realty - Sushil Mantri, Mantri Developers Pvt Ltd
Posted On Friday, March 19, 2010
The prominent changes noticed post-recession include reduction in property sizes, shift in buyer sentiments and developers focusing towards safer and realistic growth plans Sushil Mantri, founder and CMD of Mantri Developers Pvt. Ltd Cycles are inevitable for every industry, not just for real estate. The housing f....
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