Chennai Property Guide

200+ expert articles on plot investment, locality guides, legal documentation, home loans, NRI guides, and market analysis � all specific to Chennai and Tamil Nadu.

Metro, Airport & Highway Impact

Chennai-Bangalore Expressway: How the New 8-Lane Highway Changes Property Values

The upgraded Chennai-Bangalore National Highway is one of India's busiest freight and travel corridors. The expressway widening directly impacts property values along the GST Road belt.

5 Apr 20254 min read
Builder & Developer Insights

How to Evaluate a Real Estate Developer Before Buying in Chennai: 10-Point Framework

Not all developers deliver what they promise. This 10-point evaluation framework separates credible developers from risky ones — before you put down a booking amount.

2 Apr 20255 min read
Home Loan & EMI

EMI Calculation for Plot Loans: Complete Guide with Examples

Understanding how your plot loan EMI is calculated — and how tenure, rate, and down payment interact — helps you structure the most affordable possible financing.

1 Apr 20255 min read
Home Loan & EMI

Home Loan Tax Benefits Under Section 80C and 24B: Complete Guide

A home loan on a constructed property gives you two tax deductions that can save ₹1–2.5 lakhs per year in income tax. Here's exactly what you can claim and how.

28 Mar 20255 min read
NRI Investment

FEMA Rules for NRI Property Investment in India: The 2025 Summary

FEMA (Foreign Exchange Management Act) governs what NRIs can buy, how they can fund it, and how they can repatriate. Here's the complete 2025 summary in plain language.

28 Mar 20255 min read
Builder & Developer Insights

10 Red Flags When Buying from a Real Estate Developer: Walk Away Before You Pay

Most real estate fraud has warning signs that buyers miss in the excitement of the purchase. Here are 10 red flags that should make you walk away before booking.

28 Mar 20254 min read
NRI Investment

Complete Tax Guide for NRI Property Owners in India: 2025 Edition

NRI property owners face Indian income tax on rental income and capital gains tax on sale. Here's every tax you'll encounter, the rates, how to compute them, and legal ways to reduce the liability.

25 Mar 20256 min read
Home Loan & EMI

RBI Rate Cuts and Home Loan Impact: What Chennai Buyers Should Know in 2025

RBI cut the repo rate in 2025. Here's exactly how this affects your home loan EMI, eligibility, and whether now is a good time to buy or refinance your existing loan.

22 Mar 20254 min read
Construction & Architecture

Vastu Shastra and Plot Selection: Practical Guide for Tamil Nadu Buyers

Many Chennai buyers factor Vastu into plot selection and house orientation. Here's the practical, rational approach to Vastu in modern plot buying — what matters and what doesn't.

22 Mar 20254 min read
Locality Guides

Tambaram Property Market: The Original Satellite Town That Still Delivers

Tambaram was Chennai's first planned satellite town. Its property market is mature but still delivers rental yield, connectivity advantages, and end-user demand that sustains values.

20 Mar 20255 min read
Tamil Nadu Property

Tamil Nadu Property Market Analysis 2025: How the State Performs Nationally

Tamil Nadu is the second largest state economy in India and has one of the most active residential property markets outside the NCR and MMR zones. Here's a comprehensive state-level analysis.

20 Mar 20256 min read
Tax & Registration

Stamp Duty and Registration Charges Tamil Nadu 2025: Complete Rate List

Tamil Nadu's stamp duty is 7% and registration fee is 4% — totalling 11% on sale consideration or guideline value, whichever is higher. Here's every rate, exemption, and the calculation method.

18 Mar 20255 min read