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 special guest, Mr. Vikas Wadhawan, CFO, REA India & Business Head - PropTiger.com, dives deep into festive realty trends. They discussed:

• The offers and deals developers are offering this festive season
• Key factors homebuyers should prioritise beyond festive freebies
• The impact of the US Fed rate cut and its ripple effect on India’s real estate market and RBI MPC

Get ready for some expert advice to make the most of this auspicious time for property investment! Don't miss it!

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Joining us is Vikas Wadhawan, CFO of REA India and Business Head of PropTiger.com, to discuss these trends. We’ll dive into the budget’s impact on real estate, the surge in high-end housing demand, and what lies ahead for the market. Tune in for expert insights!

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1. Market Sentiments and Political Influence: Vikas discusses the positive sentiments in the market and whether the political climate influenced a wait-and-watch approach among homebuyers.
2. Bengaluru’s Unique Trends: We explore why Bengaluru’s market behaviour stands out and which other markets show potential.
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Tune in to understand the key driving factors behind this surge and how the real estate market is adapting to meet the rising demand for upscale homes.