As job uncertainty and layoffs continue to impact India’s private sector workforce, many salaried professionals are reevaluating the long-held belief that buying a home in a metro city should take precedence over building a retirement corpus. A recent Reddit discussion has reignited debate over whether financial security and stress-free living should take precedence over long-term […]
A 32-year-old Bengaluru resident has sparked a discussion online after explaining why he refuses to purchase property in the city despite having a net worth of ₹7 crore and a monthly salary of ₹3.7 lakh. For now, the Redditor said he prefers renting in Jayanagar for lifestyle.(Shutterstock) In the post titled “Why buying a house […]
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 […]
As the festive season approaches, with Dhanteras 2025 on October 18, many homebuyers in the Mumbai real estate market look to make auspicious purchases. One recurring dilemma for aspiring homebuyers has always been a persistent issue. Should they opt for an older property with lower EMIs or go for a new build with higher monthly […]
