Keeping it Real by Housing.com

In this special on-ground episode from Coimbatore, we sit down with Mohamed Shafi, MD of Unitd Living Space, Creators of MUH , a pioneering company in Coimbatore's real estate scene. With over 24 years of experience in the construction and real estate sectors, Shafi shares his insights on the evolving trends and innovations shaping the industry. Exploring how the real estate game is changing in So...

In Episode 76 of Keeping it Real by Housing.com, host Gaurav Choudhury takes you on a deep dive into the residential real estate trends of South India—covering Bengaluru, Chennai, and Hyderabad. Based on the latest Real Insight Residential: Q1 2025 report by PropTiger.com, this episode breaks down why Bengaluru and Chennai are holding steady while Hyderabad faces headwinds. From price trends and h...

In this episode of Keeping it Real by Housing.com, host Gaurav Choudhury breaks down the latest residential real estate trends from PropTiger.com’s Q1 2025 report. We dive into the 26-month inventory overhang—what it means, why it matters, and how it varies across cities like MMR, Pune, and Hyderabad. Is the market cooling or just correcting? Plus, we explore the latest new launch trends, with Ben...

In Episode 74 of Keeping it Real, host Gaurav Choudhury unpacks the latest developments in India’s residential real estate market. Drawing from recent data, the episode highlights a key shift: while housing prices continue to rise year-on-year, the growth rate is clearly moderating, pointing to a stabilizing market. Listeners will get insights into city-wise trends, with Bengaluru and Hyderabad ma...

Welcome to another episode of Keeping it Real by Housing.com, hosted by Gaurav Choudhury! In this episode, we explore the latest trends in the Indian real estate market. Home sales across India’s top eight residential markets dropped 19% in the January-March quarter compared to last year, driven by rising property prices and cautious buyer sentiment. However, a 25-basis-point rate cut by the RBI h...

In this episode of Keeping it Real by Housing.com, host Gaurav Choudhury delves into two of India’s most dynamic real estate markets—Chennai and Bengaluru. Backed by data from Proptiger.com’s Real Insight: Residential Annual Round-up 2024, we explore why these cities are leading the charge in property price growth, new launches, and infrastructure development. From Chennai’s rise as the hub for se...

India’s real estate market has been holding strong through 2024, but how exactly are property prices moving? In this episode of Keeping It Real by Housing.com, we dive deep into the latest insights from our Housing Price Index (HPI), a collaboration between Housing.com and the Indian School of Business. From rising prices in Delhi-NCR and Bengaluru to the sustained demand for larger homes, we brea...

In this episode of Keeping It Real, we explore the evolving landscape of housing finance in India with Pankaj Gadgil, MD & CEO of Aditya Birla Housing Finance. From RBI’s recent repo rate cut to digital transformation in home loans, we uncover the key trends shaping the market. We discuss how the repo rate cut and increased tax exemptions impact affordability and first-time buyers. Plus, we dive i...

The way we buy and sell homes has transformed dramatically in recent years, and technology is at the heart of this change. In this episode of Keeping It Real by Housing.com, host Gaurav Choudhury dives into the innovations reshaping the real estate industry—from virtual and augmented reality in property viewing to fintech advancements revolutionising home loans. We also unveil Happy New Homes 2025...

Get the inside details on how the Union Budget 2025 and RBI's repo rate cut will boost the Indian real estate sector. From tax exemptions to affordable housing, we break down the key announcements and their impact on homebuyers, developers, and investors. Tune in to learn how the budget's provisions will increase housing affordability, stimulate demand, and drive growth in the sector. We dive into...

Discover the story behind Coimbatore’s real estate transformation in Episode 67 of "Keeping It Real by Housing.com." Gandhi Krishnan Maran, Vice President of Purnaya Developers, shares his expert insights on the city’s journey from a textile hub to an IT powerhouse. Learn about the factors driving the property boom, why investors are flocking to Coimbatore, and the unique opportunities shaping its...

The Indian real estate sector is eagerly awaiting the Union Budget 2025, hoping for measures to boost growth. With housing sales dipping by 26% in the last quarter of 2024, the government needs to announce measures to pump-prime the sector. Key expectations from the budget include tax benefits, infrastructure enhancements, and service reforms, particularly for senior living communities. Some speci...

In this episode of "Keeping it Real by Housing.com," we take you on a journey to Guwahati, the gateway to Northeast India. We explore how a booming economy and infrastructure developments are transforming Guwahati's real estate market. From luxurious high-rises to affordable housing, there is something for everyone. Our special guest, Sachin Agarwal, founder of A2Z Flats, provides insights into em...

Welcome to the first episode of Keeping It Real by Housing.com in 2025! Hosted by Gaurav Choudhury, this episode dives into Housing.com’s latest trend analysis report, decoding India’s real estate market in 2024. What were the hottest cities and localities last year? Which price brackets ruled searches? And what property types captured the most attention? Here’s a quick breakdown: • Top Cities: De...

In this episode of Keeping It Real by Housing.com, we dive into the transformative role of artificial intelligence in India's proptech sector. With the industry poised to grow from $6 billion in 2023 to an impressive $16 billion by 2030, AI is unlocking new possibilities across smarter designs, efficient construction, and enhanced customer experiences. Join us as we explore this fascinating shift...

As we bid farewell to 2024, the Indian real estate market is thriving with dynamic shifts and resilient growth, despite global and domestic challenges. From the surge in housing prices to the rising demand for both affordable homes and luxury properties, this episode unpacks the year’s most defining moments in real estate. We are joined by Ashwinder R Singh, Vice Chairman & CEO of BCD Group, to ex...

In this episode of Keeping It Real by Housing.com, host Gaurav Choudhury dives into the latest trends shaping Mumbai and Pune’s real estate markets. With these cities contributing over 49% of new launches in India’s key residential markets between July and September, they’re clearly at the forefront of the realty sector. Explore how factors like population growth, infrastructure upgrades, and busi...

In this exciting new episode of 'Keeping It Real by Housing.com,' we are honored to welcome Mr. Sangeet Aggarwal, Head of Technology and Design at Housing.com. Together, we delve into the strategic integration of technology, innovation, and resilience that is redefining the future of real estate tech. In this insightful episode, we delve into the transformative tech innovations propelling Housing....

Welcome to a festive special of “Keeping It Real” by Housing.com! As Diwali brings lights and joy, the real estate market also shines with exciting offers from developers. In this episode, we break down the best festive deals on homes and guide you on how to identify genuine discounts versus flashy marketing tactics. Join us as we explore attractive options like flexible payment plans, reduced dow...

As the festive season brings renewed optimism for the real estate sector, the latest Real Insight Residential Report for Q3 (July–September) by PropTiger.com reveals some fascinating trends. Despite a temporary dip in sales and new launches, the market continues to thrive, with luxury real estate soaring to new heights. In this episode, we’re joined by Vikas Wadhawan, CFO of REA India and Business...

As the festive season unfolds from Ganesh Chaturthi to Navratri to Diwali and beyond, homebuyers across India are on the lookout for the best deals to invest in property. Developers, too, offer exciting incentives like cash discounts, free maintenance, waived location charges, and more! But what should you really focus on while making that big investment? Join us in this insightful episode as our...

In this episode of Keeping It Real by Housing.com, we dive into India’s booming real estate sector, driven by urbanisation and transformative government initiatives. We discuss the 2024-25 Union Budget’s impact on property transactions, the creation of 12 new industrial smart cities, and the surge in NRI investments. Discussion also throw’s light on the role of RERA in boosting transparency and tr...

Welcome to another episode of “Keeping It Real” by Housing.com! Today, we’re diving into the Union Cabinet's recent approval of 12 new industrial smart cities with a massive investment of Rs 28,602 crore. Designed with 'plug-n-play' and 'walk-to-work' concepts, these smart cities will span 10 states and key industrial corridors, aiming to ease congestion in major urban centers and strengthen the G...

Welcome to another episode of "Keeping It Real" by Housing.com. In this episode, we explore the impact of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s 2024-25 budget, which allocated Rs 2.2 lakh crore to boost affordable housing in urban areas—a segment long in need of support. The government aims to build one crore new homes under PMAY-Urban for low and mid-income households. Despite this, the luxury ho...

Join us in this insightful episode of Keeping It Real as we dive into the rapidly evolving world of proptech with Mr. Sangeet Aggarwal, Head of Product & Design at Housing.com & PropTiger.com. We explore how AI and innovation are revolutionising India's real estate market, driving significant growth, and enhancing consumer experiences. Sangeet shares his expert insights on the future of AI in real...