
BUSINESS
COVID and real estate: How the pandemic bought permanent changes in home-buying trends
Adoption of digital technology, need and demand for bigger houses even if located in the suburbs or nearby hills have increased after the pandemic

POLITICS
Real estate companies plan to invest Rs 18,900 crore in Jammu and Kashmir
The agreements were signed at the first J&K real estate summit, which is expected to spur employment, investment and economic growth, housing minister Hardeep Singh Puri said.

BUSINESS
CA associations seek extension of December 31 income-tax return filing deadline
Several chartered accountants’ associations and industry bodies want the December 31 due date for filing tax returns to be extended again

BUSINESS
Buying an under-construction property? Here’s what you need to know
An under-construction property can offer flexibility in home design and attractive payment methods. But if things go wrong, you might just have to wait for years to get possession of your dream home

BUSINESS
Moneycontrol Area Watch | Raj Nagar Extension: Elevated road and upcoming RRTS connecting Delhi revive interest
Located near the Hindon Elevated Road, Eastern Peripheral Expressway and upcoming Regional Rapid Transit System, Raj Nagar Extension is well connected to Noida, Delhi and other parts of Ghaziabad.

BUSINESS
Budget 2022 expectations: Increase tax benefits on home loan principal and interest
The last increase in the deduction limit under Section 80C (to Rs 1.5 lakh a year) was in 2014 and an upward revision has been long overdue

BUSINESS
Moneycontrol Area Watch | Why IT hub Whitefield is the most sought after locality in Bengaluru
While this micro-market (Whitefield, Bangalore) boasts of all the necessary amenities and connectivity, homebuyers must be prepared to deal with traffic snarls.

BUSINESS
Explained: All about mistakes in return filing and responding to income tax notices
Usually, a taxpayer gets 30 days to respond to the notices issued by the income tax authorities

REAL-ESTATE
Moneycontrol Area Watch: Proximity to Gurugram and affordability make Sohna attractive
From luxury residential projects to affordable and senior living projects, you can choose from various options at Sohna in NCR at half the price of Gurugram.

BUSINESS
Moneycontrol Area Watch | Thane has it all: skyscrapers, green spaces, lakes, and good housing options
Thane's locational advantage, good infrastructure, and lower real estate prices than Mumbai make it an attractive option for homebuyers as well as investors.

BUSINESS
Explained: Presumptive income tax scheme and why it helps those who find it difficult and costly to maintain books of accounts
Once you file income under presumptive tax scheme, you have to follow the same method for the next five years. In case an assessee opts out in an year, she shall not be allowed to file return under it for the subsequent five years

BUSINESS
Bank of India to conduct e-auction of properties of loan defaulters on November 25: Should you bid?
It is very important to inspect the property, evaluate the cost of repair and renovation, and factor in the expenses involved

BUSINESS
Moneycontrol Area Watch | Jewar Airport brings tailwinds to projects along Yamuna Expressway
With the concession agreement for Zurich Airport International to design, build and operate the Noida International Airport for 40 years signed on October 7, real estate activity is expected to pick up along the Yamuna Expressway.

BUSINESS
Filed your tax return, but yet to receive your refund? Here’s what you should do
Typically, income-tax refunds get credited to the bank accounts of assessees within a few weeks.

BUSINESS
Confused on which ITR form to use? Here’s help
Selecting the right ITR form is crucial to avoid unnecessary delays in processing returns and conflicts later on.

BUSINESS
Moneycontrol Area Watch | High-rise living fast catching up in Lucknow
Several real estate developers have residential and commercial developments in and around Lucknow, giving homebuyers a wide choice according to their budget and preferences.

BUSINESS
Setting off long-term gains against long-term losses fully legal: ITAT Mumbai
The ruling is expected to help many income tax assessees to plan their taxes well

BUSINESS
Does your income fall below threshold? You might still need to file your income tax return
ITR filing is required to claim any refund of tax deducted at source

BUSINESS
Own multiple houses? Here’s how you should file your income tax return
If you own more than two properties, irrespective of whether the other houses are vacant or occupied by you, they will all be deemed to be let out

BUSINESS
September 15: Last day to pay second instalment of advance tax; avoid these errors
If you miss advance tax payments or delay them, there is penal interest on the taxes due

REAL-ESTATE
Moneycontrol Area Watch | Proximity to Delhi and affordable housing make Siddhartha Vihar a viable option for many
Lower property prices than Indirapuram and location on a national highway are among the factors making Siddharth Vihar attractive to homebuyers who work in Delhi, Noida or Greater Noida.

REAL-ESTATE
Moneycontrol Area Watch | Smaller towns along 3 RRTS corridors offer affordable alternatives to homebuyers
When the three phases of the Regional Rapid Transit System are completed, it will become easier to live in Rewari, Bhiwadi, Alwar, Shahjahanpur, Neemrana, Sonepat, Panipat, Ghaziabad or Meerut and work in Delhi-NCR.

BUSINESS
Despite income-tax deadline pushed back to December 31, 2021, pay your taxes now to avoid penalty
You are supposed to clear your tax liability by the end of the financial year, or else the dues attract penal interest.

REAL-ESTATE
Moneycontrol Area Watch | Powai offers value for money deals to homebuyers
Connectivity to major central destinations, right price point, and a variety of options for homebuyers makes this Mumbai suburb a sought-after location in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.