For high-earning professionals, financial success often arrives faster than clarity. Income grows. Opportunities multiply. Decisions feel urgent. Yet as 2026 approaches, many individuals earning well into six or seven figures remain more financially fragile than they realize. The reason is not a lack of intelligence or effort. It is a misunderstanding of what long-term financial […]
As home prices in Bengaluru push past the ₹2 crore mark in many neighbourhoods, buyers are increasingly questioning how much income is truly required to comfortably afford such properties. Across social media platforms like X and Reddit, homebuyers highlight growing concerns around EMI burden, lifestyle expenses and long-term financial planning, particularly as interest rates and […]
When people talk about retirement planning, it’s common to hear the term “net worth” tossed around. And it’s natural to track your net worth with the hope of growing it over time. But if you want to set yourself up for a secure retirement, net worth isn’t the figure you should be focusing on. Instead, […]
In 2025, most banks reduced the interest rates on their fixed deposits by 100 to 150 basis points. At the peak of the current interest rate cycle, most big banks were paying an interest rate of 7.25% to 8.00% per annum on fixed deposits with a tenure of 1-3 years. Currently, the banks are paying […]
The Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority on Monday called for an integrated approach to planning proposed metro corridors and elevated road infrastructure, directing all participating departments to share technical inputs to ensure long-term, future-ready mobility solutions for the city. The directions were issued by PC Meena, chief executive officer of the authority, during a coordination meeting […]
Planning to buy a house in 2026? Before finalising an apartment purchase, ensure your credit profile is healthy and, ideally, that previous loans have been fully paid off to improve your chances of securing a lower rate. Planning to buy a home in 2026? Keep your credit score above 750 to secure the best loan […]
As Bengaluru’s skyline grows taller, homebuyers are increasingly weighing the pros and cons of living on the uppermost floors of high-rise residential towers. A Reddit discussion by an IT professional considering a 27th-floor apartment in a 28-storey project in the tech capital has sparked a debate on whether the ‘high-floor premium’ is worth the trade-offs. […]
Ultra-luxury homebuyers today are spoilt for choice, with a growing number of developers across the country partnering with global brands to cater to well-travelled, discerning HNI buyers willing to spend on exclusivity. Earlier, the branded residences offerings were largely limited to tie-ups with hotel chains, which provided concierge services, 24-hour security, premium landscaping, and even […]
Sugata Dasgupta (name changed) bought an apartment in 2017 with a home loan. After closing the loan in 2023, he now wants to upgrade the family kitchen and needs about ₹3 lakh. He’s unsure whether to take a home-improvement loan or use his savings. Which option makes better financial sense? Those who want to preserve […]
Billionaire property magnate Barry Sternlicht has said his firm is considering moving out of New York following Zohran Mamdani’s election as mayor, claiming other companies are likely to do the same. Barry Sternlicht says New York City will become like Mumbai under Zohran Mamdani. Sternlicht, who chairs the global investment firm Starwood Capital Group, suggested […]