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Bengaluru’s growing appetite for open spaces, accessible weekend getaways, and low-maintenance investments has pushed managed farmlands into the mainstream. What began as a niche category of lifestyle real estate is now drawing families, professionals, and long-term investors looking for a blend of nature, privacy, and structured ownership. Unlike traditional farmland purchases, these newer models offer professional cultivation, planned layouts, and curated community spaces, making them easier to maintain while offering a sense of retreat from city life. Around Bengaluru, several projects have emerged with distinct approaches to design, ecology, and…

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– by Akash Pharande, Managing Director – Pharande Spaces Choosing between buying a new home and a resale property is an important decision for any homebuyer. They have to weigh factors like cost, convenience, and long-term value. New homes have the most up-to-date building codes, modern conveniences, and safety features. Resale homes are ready to move into and are often in established neighbourhoods. Knowing the pros and cons of each can help you make a smart investment that fits your lifestyle and financial goals. As with any important decision and for…

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– by Anil Pharande, Chairman – Pharande Spaces For most Indians, buying a home is the biggest investment they'll ever make, so it makes sense to get the best options they can afford. Branded builders offer aspirational premium through high-quality homes and locations, but the idea of premium features is itself changing quickly. Wellness has become a top priority since COVID-19, which was the worst healthcare crisis in history. Wellness – The New Luxury Luxury homes have always been known for their high-end features. But before COVID-19, “luxury” in real…

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– by Akash Pharande, Managing Director – Pharande Spaces When we ask new first-time home buyers why they regret their purchase, the answers are very different depending on where they live. The 'regret' factor when buying a home is very much related to social values, which are a group of factors that don't fit into a single mould. What is important in Australia or Canada may not mean much to an Indian. Still, there are some things that everyone regrets, no matter where they live or what culture they belong…

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– by Akash Pharande, Managing Director – Pharande SpacesIf you think getting a home loan is just about having a decent credit score and a steady job, think again. Banks and NBFCs have a whole playbook of evaluation criteria – some you know about, many you don't. This festive season, as you prepare to make that dream home purchase, let me pull back the curtain on how lenders really assess whether you're a worthy risk or not. The Obvious StuffBanks evaluate home loans using many criteria – some standard, some…

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– by Akash Pharande, Managing Director – Pharande Spaces As India's cities expand, redevelopment projects are rapidly reshaping our cities' skylines—but this transformation invariably brings some serious challenges with it, namely to the natural ecosystems that have been part and parcel of the areas being urbanized. It is widely acknowledged that modern construction consumes significant resources. Buildings consume nearly a third of available potable water, as much as 1/4th of the available electricity, and give rise to huge quantities of waste. This has given rise to the trend in sustainable…

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– By Anil Pharande, Chairman of Pharande Spaces Experienced real estate investors recognize that anticipating obstacles is equally important as identifying opportunities. Ignoring possible dangers might reduce profitability and jeopardize long-term objectives. Let's look at eight of the most pressing challenges, as well as concrete measures for protecting your returns. 1.  Rising cost of capital – reduces real returns Borrowing costs influence both your financing expense and the benchmark yield you seek to outperform. India's policy repo rate rose from 4.0% in January 2020 to 6.75% in August 2025, a…

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