Rental Yield

Rising rental incomes have boosted rental yields, attracting investors to the real estate sector.

Housing Affordability: Cities with highest and lowest rental yields

The objective of the survey titled Moneycontrol-Liases Foras House Purchase Affordability Index is to draw up a list of the top five affordable cities in India based on the homebuyers’ capacity to rent a house rather than purchase it. Manisha Gupta of Moneycontrol discusses the study criteria with Pankaj Kapoor, Founder & MD of Liases Foras Real Estate Rating & Research. Niranjan Hiranandani, Co-founder & MD of Hiranandani Group, also joins in with his take on the overall housing & rental market in India. Watch the video for more.

Earning Rs 1 lakh monthly rent? That’s still a tiny 2% yield on your property

Many of us make the mistake of considering just the absolute cash that comes in as our rental income from our let-out properties. Instead, we must check the rental yield. Financial investments may be better options for generating regular income.

How will GST impact the various segments of Indian real estate?

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) is, beyond doubt, the most revolutionary tax-related reform to be seen in India in several decades. It will eliminate the conflicting and cascading taxation structures, which have confounded &#82

Why does Noida command the lowest rentals in India?

Rakesh Sharma, a retired doctor, spent his lifetime savings to buy an apartment along the Noida-Greater Noida Expressway. Sharma, who already owned a house in Delhi, hoped to lead a comfortable life after retirement, &#82

Buy or rent: How to make the right choice?

The decision to buy or rent a house is a crucial one for your financial and emotional well-being and should be taken after a lot of deliberation. Here are some of the aspects one &#82

What makes Bengaluru command the highest rental yields?

Mayur Shah, an NRI from Boston, wanted to invest in a residential house in India. His first choice naturally, was his hometown of Ahmedabad. However, he was advised by the local agents to instead &#82

How much of your salary should you spend on rent?

The rental housing market has many options, available at various rates. Consequently, it may be difficult for a prospective tenant to figure out how much to spend as rent. The answer to this, depends &#82

Which is more attractive: Rental income from residential or commercial property?

People often do not recognise the difference between residential and commercial properties, while making an investment and therefore, tend to focus on just one type. The leasing businesses in the residential and commercial segments, &#82

Rents in Noida on a downward slide

Pramod Varshney shifted to a rented 2-BHK flat in Noida‘s Sector 137, a couple of years back, at a rental of Rs 13,500 per month. The lease agreement specified a 10% hike in rentals, &#82

An investment guide to prime commercial properties

It is easier to find tenants for properties in prime locations than in low-demand locations.

Why you should buy a house today

Legendary investor Warren Buffet says that his top three investments were the two wedding rings and buying a house.

Rental housing – Is it a solution for housing shortage?

Rental housing appears to be a step in the right direction. However, more work needs to be done to see some meaningful improvement in housing sector.

Which is better investment - shop on high street or in mall

High street comes with its own advantages and a preferred destination of big brands. But malls too have something to offer.

Getting the most out of rental income producing properties

Go for a property in the right location in the right city. Also ensure that it should be a functioning home with amenities a tenant will look for.

Integrated townships: Built to deliver comfort & returns

Individuals staying in integrated townships enjoy better lifestyle as compared to those who live in standalone buildings. Investors in properties in integrated properties pocket higher returns as compared to investors in standalone properties.