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The Path to Finding a Comfortable Home

Author: Pretty Jain
by Pretty Jain
Posted: Feb 28, 2014

Are you looking for a new home or more office space? If yes, then you are going to be occupied by a lot of things. Firstly, be sure about what you need. Buying a residential/commercial property is a big decision. Before making such an investment, you have to consider many factors such as the size, your budget, the location, the facilities and more.

Reason for buying

Buying for self-use and buying for investment are different. If it’s for self-use then current and future family size is a major deciding factor. A single or a retiree may opt for a small home, while a big family needs a big house. If you are buying from an investment point of view, then capital gain is the chief factor for consideration.

Size and type of housing

If you are going for a residential property, think of how many bedrooms you want in your house. Those from the middle class of society seem to establish a relationship between the number of members in the family against the number of rooms in the house. They try to come up with a pocket-friendly solution rather than opting for luxury. Members of the upper class and corporate clients look for homes equipped with world class amenities and modern architecture. They eye villas, luxury flats, platinum towers, service apartments and condominiums.

Budget

The affordability measure is guided by the potential buyer’s income. Debt-to-service-ratio (DSR) defines the affordability measure. DSR is a defined as,

DSR = Monthly debt service/ Monthly Gross Household Income.

In percentage, DSR should not be more than 30(%).

Place

Before executing your buying process, it’s important to identify the place that can assure property appreciation within a short span of time. Also consider the infrastructural development of that region.

Gurgaon is the place offering these bi-fold advantages. Moreover, being a hub for industrial, commercial and residential property, it is a choice of many people today. The real estate in Gurgaon is in high demand as this millennium city offers numerous job opportunities. The city enjoys the road and metro with the capital of the country. Both domestic and international airports also come in the vicinity area of this cyber city. Gurgaon’s real estate is also contributing significantly to the economic growth of the country.

Location

Make the spectrum narrow, and carefully examine the neighborhood. Facilities such as retail, banks, restaurant and medical care should be easily accessible. Nearby grocery stores increase the appreciation cost of the residential property. The availability of public transport reduces the housing cost in the long run. Moreover, the public transport such as bus, metro and rapid metro decreases dependency on cars and is environmental friendly as well. Proximity to school is advantageous for children. They can save time in commuting and devote more time in studying and playing. Parks and green zone availability are beneficial for health.

Exercise a comparative chart for the options that you have in mind. Gather relevant information about the project and builder you are thinking to invest in. Visit the site prior to signing the deal and making any financial transactions. Carefully go through the terms, conditions and facilities promised by the builder. To be more confident about your choice, discuss it with your friends or family members. Surfing the internet can bring you across the opinion of other investors.

One can never go wrong by investing in real estate property in Gurgaon.

Article Source: http://www.articlesempire.com/article.php?id=56188

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Pretty Jain has several years of experience in real estate, and has written some of the most searched articles on real estate such as Real Estate Gurgaon/India, New Apartments, Platinum towers much more.

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