Buying property from an NRI seller in India? The TDS rules are meaningfully different from a resident-to-resident sale, and getting them wrong falls on you as the buyer, not the seller. Quick Summary When the seller is an NRI, the buyer must deduct TDS under Section 195, at a materially higher rate than the standard…
Buying, inheriting, or gifting property in India all end at the same place: the ownership record has to actually change. Here’s how transfer of property ownership works end-to-end. Quick Summary Property ownership transfers through sale, gift, inheritance, or relinquishment — each has a different document (sale deed, gift deed, succession-linked transfer, release deed) but all…
Thinking about hiring a property management company for your India home, but not sure it’s worth it? Here’s a clear-eyed look at what changes once you do, and what it costs to skip it. Quick Summary The core value isn’t convenience alone — it’s risk reduction: unmanaged vacant or informally-managed properties are more prone to…
Wondering whether now is a good time to hold, rent, or sell your Indian property? Here’s what NRI owners should know about how the Indian residential market is behaving lately, and what it means for property decisions. Quick Summary Indian residential real estate has moved through cycles of rapid price growth and slower absorption in…
Thinking about selling property you own in India while living abroad? Here’s what actually happens with taxes, TDS, and getting the money back to your country of residence. Quick Summary Capital gains on the sale are taxable in India — long-term (property held over 2 years) and short-term rates differ significantly, and exemptions may apply…
Renting out your Indian property from abroad? Learn how NRIs can draft, register, and manage rental agreements remotely — including registration rules, Power of Attorney, and rent repatriation. Quick Summary Agreements beyond 11 months must be registered with the local Sub-Registrar; shorter leave-and-license agreements commonly avoid this, with trade-offs in enforceability. NRIs can execute an…
Wondering what a property management company in India actually does for an NRI owner? Here’s a plain-English breakdown of what’s included, what it costs, and when it’s worth it. Quick Summary Property management for NRIs typically covers tenant sourcing, rent collection, maintenance coordination, periodic inspection, and legal/documentation support. Pricing is usually a percentage of monthly…
Why unoccupied property deteriorates faster than a lived-in home, what a dedicated vacant property care service includes, and practical tips for NRI owners.
What ongoing monthly property monitoring includes for NRIs, how it differs from a one-time inspection, and who benefits most from it.
What a professional property inspection actually covers, what a proper inspection report looks like, and when NRIs should book one.
