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Property tips, market insights, and Chennai real estate news.
FIVES Editorial · 23 days ago
How Much Home Loan Can You Get? A Chennai Buyer’s Guide
How banks actually decide your loan amount — income, FOIR, tenure and credit score — plus how to boost your eligibility.
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FIVES Editorial · 23 days ago
The Hidden Costs of Buying a Home in Chennai (Beyond the Sticker Price)
Stamp duty, registration, GST, maintenance and more — the extra 10–15% most buyers forget to budget for.
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FIVES Editorial · 23 days ago
10 Things to Check Before Buying a Plot in Chennai
Patta, Chitta, EC, DTCP/CMDA approval and more — the checklist that protects you before you put money on land in Chennai.
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FIVES Editorial · 23 days ago
OMR vs Velachery vs Anna Nagar: Which Chennai Area Is Right for You?
Three of Chennai's most-searched areas, compared honestly — connectivity, lifestyle and who each one really suits.
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FIVES Editorial · 23 days ago
Buy or Rent in Chennai? The Honest Math (2026)
Should you buy a home in Chennai or keep renting? A no-hype framework with the real costs both ways — and the free tools to run your own numbers.
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FIVES Editorial · 24 days ago
Home Loan Tax Benefits in India: Section 80C & 24(b)
The income-tax deductions you can claim on a home loan — principal under 80C, interest under 24(b), and conditions.
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FIVES Editorial · 24 days ago
Guideline Value in Tamil Nadu: What It Is & How to Check
What guideline value means, why it decides your stamp duty, and how to check it online for any street in Tamil Nadu.
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FIVES Editorial · 24 days ago
Property Registration Process in Chennai: Step by Step
How property registration works in Chennai and Tamil Nadu — from document verification to paying stamp duty and getting the registered deed.
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FIVES Editorial · 24 days ago
Best Areas in Chennai for NRI Property Investment
Where NRIs are investing in Chennai — IT corridors, established residential pockets, and growth areas, with what suits which goal.
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FIVES Editorial · 24 days ago
Repatriating Funds After Selling Property in India
How an NRI can send sale proceeds abroad — FEMA limits, the USD 1 million rule, and Forms 15CA/15CB.
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FIVES Editorial · 24 days ago
TDS & Tax When an NRI Sells Property in India
Capital gains, TDS on the sale, and the lower-TDS certificate — what NRIs (and their buyers) must know when selling property in India.
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FIVES Editorial · 24 days ago
Power of Attorney for NRI Property Transactions
How an NRI can give a Power of Attorney to buy, sell or manage property in India remotely — execution, attestation and registration.
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FIVES Editorial · 24 days ago
Home Loans for NRIs in India: Eligibility & Process
How NRIs can get a home loan in India — eligibility, documents, repayment via NRE/NRO accounts, and what differs from a resident loan.
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FIVES Editorial · 24 days ago
Documents an NRI Needs to Buy Property in India
The complete document checklist for NRIs and OCIs buying property in India — ID, PAN, funds proof, and Power of Attorney.
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FIVES Editorial · 1 months ago
Chennai Property Tax: How to Calculate & Pay It
A simple guide to property tax for Chennai home and plot owners — how it’s calculated, how to pay online, and why it matters when you buy.
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FIVES Editorial · 1 months ago
Rental Agreements in Tamil Nadu: Deposits, Registration & Tenant Rights
Everything tenants and owners in Chennai should know about rental agreements, security deposits and the Tamil Nadu rent law.
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FIVES Editorial · 1 months ago
Office & Commercial Property in Chennai: A Buyer’s & Tenant’s Guide
From office space to retail and warehouses — how to choose, price and verify commercial property in Chennai.
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FIVES Editorial · 1 months ago
Best Areas in Chennai for IT Professionals (2026)
A practical, commute-first guide to where Chennai’s tech workforce should buy or rent — by office location, budget and lifestyle.
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FIVES Editorial · 1 months ago
Nungambakkam Guide: Central Chennai’s Upscale Address
Premium homes, embassies, top schools and a central location — why Nungambakkam holds its value like few other Chennai localities.
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FIVES Editorial · 1 months ago
ECR Living Guide: Beachside Homes & Villas on the East Coast
The East Coast Road offers something the rest of Chennai can’t — sea-facing homes and weekend-villa living. Here’s the full picture.
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FIVES Editorial · 1 months ago
Sholinganallur Guide: The Heart of Chennai’s OMR IT Belt
Sholinganallur is the centre of gravity for OMR’s tech workforce — here’s what living and investing there really looks like.
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FIVES Editorial · 1 months ago
Guindy Area Guide: Chennai’s Business & Connectivity Hub
Why Guindy’s unbeatable connectivity, jobs and metro access make it one of south Chennai’s most practical places to buy or rent.
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FIVES Editorial · 1 months ago
NRI Guide: How to Buy Property in Chennai from Abroad
NRIs can invest in Chennai property with a few extra steps. Here's a practical guide to accounts, power of attorney, taxes and repatriation.
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FIVES Editorial · 1 months ago
Apartment Buying Checklist for Chennai
Buying a flat involves more than the price. Use this practical checklist to evaluate any Chennai apartment before you commit.
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FIVES Editorial · 1 months ago
How to Calculate Rental Yield (and Find a Good Rental Investment)
If you're buying to rent out, rental yield tells you how hard your money works. Here's how to calculate it and where to look in Chennai.
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FIVES Editorial · 1 months ago
Buy vs Rent in Chennai: How to Decide in 2026
Should you buy a home in Chennai or keep renting? Here is a practical framework to make the decision with your own numbers.
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FIVES Editorial · 1 months ago
Vastu Basics for Buying a Home or Plot
Many Chennai buyers consider Vastu. Here are the commonly-followed basics for plots and homes — useful to know whether or not you follow it strictly.
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FIVES Editorial · 1 months ago
Ready-to-Move vs Under-Construction: Which Should You Buy?
Both have real pros and cons — price, taxes, risk and timing. Here's how to choose between a ready home and an under-construction one.
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FIVES Editorial · 1 months ago
Carpet vs Built-up vs Super Built-up Area: What You're Really Paying For
The same flat can be quoted with three different area numbers. Here's what carpet, built-up and super built-up area mean — and why RERA matters.
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FIVES Editorial · 1 months ago
Anna Nagar Area Guide: Why It Remains a Premium Chennai Address
Planned, leafy and central, Anna Nagar has stayed one of Chennai's most desirable neighbourhoods for decades. Here is what sets it apart.
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FIVES Editorial · 1 months ago
Mylapore Area Guide: Chennai's Cultural Heart
Temples, heritage, and a central location make Mylapore a uniquely characterful — and premium — place to live. Here's the guide.
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FIVES Editorial · 1 months ago
Porur Area Guide: West Chennai's Growing IT & Healthcare Hub
With IT parks, major hospitals and improving connectivity, Porur has become a key west-Chennai residential choice. Here's the guide.
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FIVES Editorial · 1 months ago
Tambaram Area Guide: Affordable, Well-Connected South-West Chennai
A major rail hub with airport access and value pricing, Tambaram is one of Chennai's fastest-growing affordable suburbs. Here's the guide.
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FIVES Editorial · 1 months ago
OMR Property Guide: Chennai's IT Corridor for Living & Investment
Old Mahabalipuram Road (OMR) is Chennai's IT spine. Here is how to think about living and investing along this fast-growing corridor.
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FIVES Editorial · 1 months ago
Adyar & Besant Nagar Guide: Beachside Living in South Chennai
Leafy, upscale and minutes from the beach, Adyar and Besant Nagar are among Chennai's most loved addresses. Here's an honest area guide.
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FIVES Editorial · 1 months ago
Living in Velachery: Connectivity, Schools, Lifestyle & Who Should Buy
Velachery balances connectivity, schools and value, making it one of Chennai's most popular residential areas. Here is an honest area guide.
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FIVES Editorial · 1 months ago
RERA in Tamil Nadu: How to Verify a Project Before You Book
RERA protects home buyers from delays and false promises. Here is how to check a project on Tamil Nadu RERA before you pay a booking amount.
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FIVES Editorial · 1 months ago
Stamp Duty & Property Registration Charges in Tamil Nadu (2026 Guide)
Property price is only part of the cost. Here is how stamp duty, registration charges and guideline value work in Tamil Nadu.
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FIVES Editorial · 1 months ago
Home Loan in Tamil Nadu: Eligibility, Documents & Step-by-Step Process
A clear walkthrough of how home loans work in Tamil Nadu — eligibility, the documents you need, and the steps from application to disbursal.
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FIVES Editorial · 1 months ago
How to Buy a Plot in Chennai: A Step-by-Step Legal Checklist
From title verification to registration, here is a practical step-by-step checklist for safely buying a plot or land in Chennai.
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Fives Editorial Team · 2 months ago
Why Chennai is India's Most Underrated Real Estate Market in 2025
While Mumbai and Bangalore grab all the headlines, Chennai quietly delivers 2x better rental yields, faster infrastructure growth, and more stable prices. Here's why smart investors are finally paying attention.
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FIVES Editorial · 2 months ago
DTCP vs CMDA Approval: What Chennai Plot Buyers Need to Know
"DTCP approved" and "CMDA approved" are not just marketing words. Here is what each means and why an approved layout protects your money.
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Fives Editorial Team · 2 months ago
T Nagar vs Anna Nagar vs OMR: Where Should You Buy Property in Chennai?
Three of Chennai's most popular localities — three completely different investment stories. We break down price ranges, rental yield, lifestyle, and future growth so you can make the smartest decision.
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FIVES Editorial · 2 months ago
Patta, Chitta & EC: Land Documents Every Chennai Buyer Must Check
Before you buy land in Chennai, understand Patta, Chitta, Adangal and the Encumbrance Certificate — what each proves and how to verify them.
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Fives Editorial Team · 2 months ago
5 Signs Chennai Property Prices Are About to Explode
Experienced investors look for these 5 signals before a property market takes off. Chennai is showing all of them right now — and most buyers have not noticed yet.
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Fives Editorial Team · 2 months ago
The Complete First-Time Buyer's Guide to Chennai Real Estate
Buying your first home in Chennai? From RERA verification to registration charges to choosing the right locality — this step-by-step guide covers everything you need to know before you sign anything.
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Fives Editorial Team · 2 months ago
Why NRIs Are Quietly Buying Property in Chennai Right Now
The rupee advantage, rental income in foreign currency, and emotional connect to hometown — Chennai has become one of the top NRI property investment destinations in South India. Here is the full picture.
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