Anil Pharande Pune and its sister city Pimpri-Chinchwad (PCMC) in the West have solidified their position as real estate growth powerhouses, with more than 90,000 homes sold each year. In 2025, these markets infused more than Rs. 5,550 crore in stamp duty revenue into the state government coffers – a strong testimony to the confidence […]Read More
Real Estate – Property, Investments & Market Insights
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Team L&M As many as 23 malls in Delhi-NCR are ghost malls, which is the highest in any city in India. And of these only one, in Greater Noida shows signs of revival. Also, as against Tier 1 cities, Tier-2 cities have minimal ghost shopping centre stock, including Bhubaneswar, Nagpur, Bhopal, Jaipur, Kochi, and others. […]Read More
Team L&M The luxury housing segment continues to rule the residential market in India’s top 7 cities – not only in new supply and absorption but also in price appreciation. Demand continues to drive price growth. An ANAROCK Research analysis of the average price trends in these cities across different budget segments reveals that at 40%, […]Read More
Akash Pharande Choosing between buying a new home and a resale property is an important decision for any homebuyer. They have to weigh factors like cost, convenience, and long-term value. New homes have the most up-to-date building codes, modern conveniences, and safety features. Resale homes are ready to move into and are often in established […]Read More
Anil Pharande For most Indians, buying a home is the biggest investment they’ll ever make, so it makes sense to get the best options they can afford. Builders offer aspirational premium through high-quality homes and locations, but the idea of premium features is changing quickly. Wellness has become a top priority since COVID-19, which was […]Read More
Akash Pharande When we ask new first-time home buyers why they regret their purchase, the answers are very different depending on where they live. The ‘regret’ factor when buying a home is very much related to social values, which are a group of factors that don’t fit into a single mould. What is important in […]Read More
Akash Pharande If you think getting a home loan is just about having a decent credit score and a steady job, think again. Banks and NBFCs have a whole playbook of evaluation criteria – some you know about, many you don’t. This festive season, as you prepare to make that dream home purchase, let me […]Read More
Team L&M India’s retail real estate sector is on the brink of a major transformation.The country’s Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) ecosystem is still dominated by commercial office assets. But, the next wave of growth can come from retail malls, shopping centres, and mixed-use developments. Consolidation of quality retail assets, steady consumer spending, and rising […]Read More
Akash Pharande, As India’s cities expand, redevelopment projects are rapidly reshaping our cities’ skylines. But, this transformation invariably brings some serious challenges with it – that of natural ecosystems being urbanised. It is widely acknowledged that modern construction consumes significant resources. Buildings consume nearly a third of available potable water, as much as 1/4th of […]Read More
Anil Pharande Experienced real estate investors recognize that anticipating obstacles is equally important as identifying opportunities. Ignoring possible dangers might reduce profitability and jeopardize long-term objectives. Let’s look at eight of the most pressing challenges, as well as concrete measures for protecting your returns. Rising cost of capital – reduces real returns Borrowing costs […]Read More