Bank lending to commercial real estate, including residential projects, rose 23% last fiscal year excluding the HDFC-HDFC Bank merger. Loans totaled Rs 3.97 lakh crore. Including the merger, growth rose to 38.9%, with Rs 4.48 lakh crore in loans as of March 31.

PNB Housing Finance aims to raise its loan portfolio by 17% in FY25, the biggest expansion since 2019. A strong capital position has allowed the firm to concentrate on retail lending, which currently accounts for 97% of its operations, including affordable housing.

Phoenix ARC, backed by Kotak Mahindra Bank, bought two stressed loans for ₹1,800 crore from IIFL, committing to an 83% recovery rate for the Fairfax-supported non-bank lender. The ₹1,500 crore acquisition was made in an open auction, with Phoenix ARC being the lone bidder.

In India, buying a home during an auspicious time like Gudi Padwa is a popular tradition. It's also an opportunity to smartly manage your finances and take advantage of tax benefits. Here's a straightforward guide to help you navigate the savings landscape.

The Indian real estate business is poised for a major change: industry recognition. This decision will boost growth and the sector's economic contribution.

The Dream of Homeownership Grows 2024 is a terrific year for Indian homebuyers due to numerous major advancements. Significant savings from a steady repo rate and an optimistic government budget encourage more individuals to purchase properties.

Indian real estate is hopeful for major improvements when Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents Budget 2024. The business anxiously awaiting affordable housing definition extension, industry classification, and tax benefits for homebuyers and developers.

Since the Indian housing market is middle-class, house loan interest rates greatly impact home buying emotion. Individuals and families intending to purchase a house (one of the major choices of their life) must also consider interest rates and EMI expenses.

From January 5 to 7, 2024, CREDAI Ahmedabad will host the 18th GIHED Property Show. The Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and the Minister of State for Home Harsh Sanghvi will launch this important event.

Homebuyers are encouraged by rising house affordability in key Indian cities. The percentage of income needed to pay monthly home loan payments has reduced despite rising mortgage rates over the last year.

Bandhan Bank will sell its ₹775-crore affordable house loan portfolio to Avenue Capital-backed Arcil for ₹280 crore. A planned cash transaction by the bank addresses financial challenges for low-income households struggling to repay housing loans of ₹10-12 lakh.

Despite rising interest rates over the last 18 months, asset quality has improved in the Indian home financing market. Rising incomes have offset greater monthly payments, ensuring stability.

The state-owned Indian Bank sold ₹610 crore in bad loans to simplify its financial portfolio. The bank plans to straighten up its accounts by the end of the year. Real estate and international trade debts are sold.

In today's fast-paced world, where aspirations often translate into multiple loans, effectively managing these debts is crucial.

India Shelter Finance Corporation (ISFC), based in Haryana, is planning to increase its capital by raising ₹800 crore through new shares and ₹400 crore by selling some shares currently held by its investors.