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Living experience in an independent floor

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Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions a family makes together. This also has far reaching social and economic impact on family members. The locality, the neighbors, infrastructure and what kind of home one buys, go on to define the kind of life one would live. There are many choices for a buyer. One can buy an apartment in a condominium or buy a villa on an independent plot of land. For some, Skyscrapers make their inhabitants proud and inspire awe in them. But some just don’t like living in tall buildings with shared spaces. A few others want to live in an Independent villa , but can’t afford it. The high prices of land have made villas virtually out of reach of an average Indian. The independent floors give a certain middle course that is affordable and meets aspirations of a style-living oriented middle class family. An independent-floor apartment is a residential unit with a few other flats in a low-rise independent building . The number of units on each floo...

Why Real Estate is a better investment than Equity

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The debate as to which is a better investment opportunity – Real Estate or Equity, when one is looking for high returns, is one that continues. However, there are facts which clearly establish superiority of Real Estate investment over equity investments. One of the most important reason in support of it, is the lesser volatility of prices associated with RE prices. You could not be away from the market, if you have made equity investments, while you don’t check land prices every day and do it only when you need to sell. Why Real Estate is a better investment than Equity One point repeatedly put forward by Equity enthusiasts is that real estate is lumpy and illiquid. But what these people miss out is that wealth generation is not a target to be achieved in a few months or a year. It is meant to help achieve life goals over 10-15 years. Also, real estate generates supplementary cash flows in the form of rental income, which is almost always better than the dividend incom...

Future of work and home spaces

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We are on a long road to recovery from the initial disruption created by the pandemic. It, however, is sure that not everything will go back to how it was pre-Covid. Somethings would have, perhaps, changed their character forever. The lockdown brought a huge change to the workplace. Work from home (WFH) became the norm rather than exception. As per estimates from industry experts more than 90% of 4.3 million IT workforce worked from home during lockdown. And it seemed to have worked well, contrary to the early skepticism. The best part is that both the employee and the employer seem to be happier with this arrangement. While increased productivity warmed the hearts of employers, employees enjoyed flexible working hours and savings in commute time. Learning from IT industry’s early moves, other industries also started to figure out ways of getting a portion of workforce WFH without disrupting the work ethics. Employers also saw it as an opportunity to reduce infrastructure a...

Perks of Township Living

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A township is like a mini town inside a large town and provides plentiful amenities to give its residents a style and a living, that is so different from living in a chaotic city of today. A thoughtful mixture of business and retail areas, housing and open green areas is, what ticks well with those selecting to live in here. Townships have gained remarkably in style across the country thanks to numerous advantages it offers. Let ’ s have a glance: 1. Unmatched Security Equipped with advanced automation and management systems to make sure safety, townships are being talked-about as the most secure residential zones. The availability of CCTV and 24/7 observation with guarded posts make these residential properties absolutely safe for inhabitants. Security could be a key concern for families, particularly working couples . The 3-tier security which ensures a secure perimeter as well as an eye in every corner of township with the help of technology, is very reassuring for families wi...

A vacation without leaving your home

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  The unpredictability of the pandemic and the negativity of news around, coupled with the strain of adjusting to new realities of work, child-care and their school, have almost everyone I know craving for a vacation. Yet with multiple travel restrictions and quarantine process in place, a carefree getaway doesn’t look like a great possibility.   However, vacations are proven to be an important part of well-being. Various studies show that people who took annual vacations are physically fitter and have a better sleep quality. But in the given situation when stepping out of one’s house is looked to be brought with risk, how does take a vacation. For those, who don ’ t feel safe to venture out in the current circumstances or with a newborn or an elderly at home,   a staycation can provide some of the same benefits- A chance to rest, a break from usual routines, opportunities for freedom and play. In fact, sometimes a staycation can be a better option than a vacation d...

5 reasons why one should buy property in Lucknow

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  City of Lucknow, inhabited on the two sides of river Gomti, is a beautiful city that transitions from old to new in a matter of a few kilometers. The core of this city is its historical monuments, which are juxtaposed with glass and steel facade of state-of-the-art constructions. The old bazars are still attracting crowds for their variety, while fashionable malls are equally liked by new age city dwellers. The tranquil locales, modern infrastructure and a relaxed lifestyle has been attracting people from all over to make this city as their home for years and with time, its charm has only increased. Today, Lucknow has emerged as one of the country's most important cities. Lucknow is now emerging in various sectors such as retailing, manufacturing and IT after securing its position in the smart cities of India, thanks to a proactive government. As a natural corollary, the city is attracting many developers and homebuyers with the growth of new infrastructure. Here is a list...