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Choosing the right flooring for your home could be a tough call for everyone. Should it be marble or vitrified tiles? While marbles traditionally have a classy position in our minds, vitrified tiles have made it into the popular list due to the variety of designs and low cost. Here is a look at the pros and cons of using marble and vitrified tiles for your home: 1.     Composition Marble is mostly very soft and not much resistant to abrasion. They don’t highly resist acids and leaves stain marks if not properly taken care of. Marbles require polishing to retain a mirror finish. Its elegant look makes it a premium choice for all home buyers. Whereas, vitrified tiles are made artificially to conveniently fit for the purpose of flooring. They are non-porous and do not absorb liquid and is stain resistant. With the variety in designs, it lets us select according to the style and resources available. 2.     Installation While installin...

E-commerce has become a booming trend and its growth is commendable over the last few years. This growth has reflected in the real estate sector also, with online home shopping taken up by prospective buyers and investors. Here are 3 major reasons for the booming trend of online home shopping in real estate:        Immense amount of data Home shopping sites and real estate portals provide a great deal of data that promotes buying, renting and leasing decisions of properties. These platforms provide information related to property listings, project value and comparative analysis between various builders and their upcoming projects from various sources and public records for easy decision making.         Smart age With technological advancements it has become relatively easy to drive real estate sales. The virtual presence of builders and developers from all around the world and the availability of detailed information for ...

Real estate is synonymous to a lucrative investment avenue and hence building a strong real estate investment portfolio mentioning the impressive list of real estate assets will only direct towards a commendable financial growth. Follow these effective guidelines to maintain a strong real estate portfolio: 1.    Evaluate your finances Prior to all steps the first step an individual must do is to conduct a cost analysis after listing all the assets held by him to give an estimate of the budget you can allocate for property investment. Keep 25-30% aside to garner profits from investment. 2.    Property type Plan an appropriate strategy for investment in accordance to the property type so as to maximise output. Be it a vacant land, residential property or even commercial space, identify the core reason for investment from rental returns, tax benefits and capital appreciation. 3.    Assess location and property Conduct a thorough researc...

Bare and empty walls bring down the elegance of your home and its complete ambience. Decorating those walls add a touch of vibrancy transforming the complete interior space. Here are the best hacks to follow to dress up those empty walls at home:        Modular shelves Modular shelves add style and elegance to the wall and also serves a functional purpose to organize and store aesthetically. Available in different materials such as wood, plastic, metal and glass, choose the best one according to the style of home décor.      Mirrors Placing a large mirror with ornate wooden borders enhances the appeal of the room and casts an illusion of larger space. It is a cost-effective option with the dependence of artificial lights reflecting light and thereby illuminating its interiors.       Hollow space A much preferred contemporary technique is to create a hollow space on the ...

Real estate investment is the biggest financial decisions in life, be it your home or other property. Buying decisions are influenced by many factors like budget, home loan availability, loan interest rates, location and so on. From these, the key influencer is the reputation of the builder or the brand value of a developer which determines the success of the investment itself. Here are the key reasons why home buyers and investors look for builders with a strong brand image:   Credibility Choosing a property from a credible builder is always recommended as it assures you that there would not be any foul plays in the process of investment or property buying. Also, it ensures that there are no discrepancies in between purchase related proceedings. Expertise Reputed builders have built a strong brand image with their expertise and years of experience in the field of real estate. The properties and services they offer will never be of inferio...

Real estate is one of the most lucrative investment options which is subject to suspicion and distrust, due to which real estate success is doubted by many. Also, this affects an investor’s interest in this sector. Here are the 3 common misconceptions in the real estate industry: 1.        Real estate investment is risky Often tagged as a risky investment, real estate has got its own pros and cons which should be handled properly. Be it any kind of investment, there is a certain level of risk involved in all types of investments. When compared to other volatile investments like stock market, this one is stable and often yields great results when held for a long time, provided the property is under favorable conditions. 2.        Metro cities are always the focus A common belief when talked about real estate investment is that growth of real estate can only be witnessed in metro cities. But in fact, such are...

Nowadays people prefer buying properties through home loans. Becoming the most preferred option for financing new homes, there are several factors to be considered before applying for a home loan. A small negligence can actually result in the rejection of the application or even make repayment a huge burden. Here is the checklist of things to be done before applying for home loans: 1.     Prepare an analysis between many banks on the basis of their rate of interest, penalty fees, maximum amount of loan provided and approval time of the loan. 2.     Collect all necessary documents and collate them. 3.     Prepare copies of all documents. 4.     Calculate an estimate for the required amount of loan. 5.     Plan ahead for monthly repayments so as to adjust the monthly budget. 6.     Maintain and ensure a good credit track. 7.     Using online fin...

The fresh air, exquisite view and calm settings, what more do you need to attribute it as a perfect home? The feeling of living in a high-rise apartment is nothing short of a magical experience. Here are the top 3 benefits of living in a high rise apartment: 1.    Stunning views Considered to be one of the most exciting benefits of living in the top floors, high rise apartment projects offer breath-taking views of the landscape of the serene and picture-perfect environment making your evening time blissful. Waking up to the rising sun and going to bed gazing at the starlit sky is not everyone gets and those living in such apartments get to enjoy these benefits. 2.    Privacy People staying in the top floors of high-rise apartments are the ones who stay away from the ground with less or no chances of disturbance caused by footfalls and interference from outsiders using the lifts, lobbies, and staircases. 3.  ...

Summer season is upon us and it’s the time when we find refuge in our homes to escape from the scorching heat outside. To beat the heat, our homes should be equipped to maintain a comfortable temperature inside. Here are 4 easy yet effective ways to keep your homes cool this summer: 1.     Light shades Lighter wall colors, curtains and furnishings keep the room temperature much lower than that of outdoors. Shades like white and cream do not absorb heat and make the space appealing. 2.     Summer flooring When summer is at its peak, avoid placing dark and heavy woven carpets and replace it with plastic carpets to prevent heat and humidity from sticking around inside the house. 3.     Indoor plants Placing indoor plants in and around your house proves to be beneficial in sustaining a cooling atmosphere at home while also adding a touch of greenery and a welcoming feel. 4.     De-clutter It is ...