Archive | August, 2011

Addressing The Chennai Parking Space Issue

The pace of real estate development in Chennai is now beginning to tell on the market. One key issue is the decreasing availability of facilities required for modern living – chief among these being the shortage of parking space.

The ‘Swiss Army Knife’ CRE Executive

Today’s CRE leaders are transforming into multi-skilled professionals in order to respond to these pressures. Status quo is no longer an option.

Real Estate Financing and Investments – Market Predictions For The Next 12 Months

Developers will be under pressure to reduce their debt-to-equity ratios. Fundraising through the QIP route will reduce, and we are going to see a decrease in real estate IPOs.

Delhi Real Estate – A Saga Of Metamorphosis

Over the last 15 years, the face of Delhi real estate has changed visibly. Standalone houses have gradually been giving way to cooperative housing societies, private developer apartments and independent designer floors. In commercial real estate, sprawling business hubs have developed at a fair distance from the traditional city centre, Connaught Place.

US Credit Rating Downgrade – Indian Real Estate Holds Its Breath

We are looking at a potential reduction in the expected levels of demand for IT-centric office spaces by next year. In the current year, we will not see a significant reduction in demand since it will continue to be driven by existing contracts.