Short-term gains vs long-term reality: Reddit debates Gurugram homebuyer’s property returns

A Reddit post by a 35-year-old homebuyer in Gurugram, claiming strong gains from a flat purchase, has triggered a broader debate on whether apartments truly create wealth or merely offer lifestyle security. A Reddit post by a 35-year-old Gurugram homebuyer claiming gains from a flat purchase has sparked debate on whether apartments build wealth or […]

Year-ender 2025: How simplified capital gains and GST reshaped the tax landscape and what homebuyers must know

The year 2025 has been favourable for real estate from a taxation perspective. Simplified capital gains rules and streamlined GST have brought greater clarity for homebuyers, prompting even fence-sitters to consider making a purchase. Here’s a closer look. Simplified capital gains rules and streamlined GST brought greater clarity for homebuyers in 2025, (Representational Image) (Pexels […]

From ₹20 lakh to ₹1 crore in two decades: Can Bengaluru’s historical gains repeat for today’s ₹2–3 crore apartments?

A Bengaluru apartment bought for ₹20 lakh two decades ago is now worth nearly ₹1 crore, a story one of the Redditors said they have witnessed firsthand. However, as new homes in prime locations surpass the ₹2–3 crore mark, homebuyers argue will buyers today will achieve the same kind of returns, or has the era […]

Selling property in India? What NRIs should know about capital gains and repatriation rules

When selling property in India, the tax implications extend beyond Indian borders. While India taxes the capital gains from the sale, NRIs must also consider how these gains are treated in their country of residence, particularly in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Singapore, which have different rules on foreign income and double taxation […]

Apple market cap tops $4 trillion for first time as iPhone 17 gains offset AI pain| Business News

Apple Inc.’s market capitalisation has topped the $4-trillion mark for the first time, as surging demand for its iPhone 17 models offset feard of slow progress in a global AI race. Apple is the third company to achieve a market cap of $4 trillion after Nvidia Corp. and Microsoft Corp. (Bloomberg) On Tuesday, Apple’s share […]