Is It a Home Sweet Home?

Most maidens are perfectly capable of rescuing themselves in my experience, at least the ones worth something, in any case – Erin Morgenstern, author.

This quote pretty much sums up the context of the blog that follows. A woman is perfectly capable of taking care of herself and others (in most cases). Well, if she can take care of herself, then why does the society frown when a single independent woman tries to buy a property for herself?

Mother’s Day just passed us India as a nation opening up to the idea of feminism; we look at various reasons why women and especially mothers should invest in real estate:

Tax Rebates: Not restricted just to women, investing for a home is the best way to reduce tax burden. However, women do have the upper hand; they can claim up to two lakh as tax deduction on the interest paid. Similarly, if a house is owned conjointly, two lakhs can be claimed as tax deduction on the interest that has been already paid.

Discounted Home Loans: Many banks offer home loans at a discounted interest rate for women. Though the interest rate for women that has been decreased is nominal (maximum of 0.15%) the difference it has in the end is substantially high. In addition, women can easily land a home loan as banks consider them loyal in making monthly payments.

Higher Income Slab: With more women joining the workforce, there is an exponential rise in salaries paid to them. It is a known fact that if the prices of consumer goods rise, they amount spent on them would also increase. Thanks to this scenario, we see a rise in households that have two incomes. This indefinitely means a fair amount of money will be saved as well. We advise to use the saved money to invest in property as cash in on the rents received.

Reduced Stamp Duty: Stamp duty for women is at a discounted rate. If a house is conjointly owned, the rate is even lower. However, the stamp duty is levied when a house is bought. The rate is usually the market value of the house.

Wealth Tax: The union budget of 2015-16, the new government announced the abolishment of wealth tax. Your spouse, if buys a property in your name, you can now claim exemption from wealth tax. Although, this will be categorized as ‘Benami’ transaction.

Average Age of Marriage: In the last few years, properties in hyderabad the average age of females getting married has shifted from early to late twenties. With many women pursuing their higher education, focusing on their career and opting to live away from their hometown, the average age of women who are getting married has risen exponentially. Many women, like men, are striving for economic and social stability, and what gives more stability than owing a home!

So this woman’s day, take a firm decision of owning a home of your dreams. What do you think about this blog post? Share your suggestions, feedback and thoughts on this post by commenting below.

Why Upload Pictures?

A picture is worth a thousand words. This saying could not be more apt for the real estate industry. Not only the fresh and new buildings that come up, the old buildings that are up for sale need to be showcased.
Although showcasing does not imply you take extensive pictures of your property, you need to take a handful of good pictures to stand a chance. This industry is all about attracting many potential customers and choosing the best among them.

There is no doubt that good pictures (visuals) are an essential part of advertising. When potential house hunters are skimming through the plethora of websites, they stop only if something catches their eye. If your property is not among those which catch the attention of the viewer, you certainly have lost your chance. Of course, there are other factors like price, locality etc. but the differentiating factor would be the pictures you associate with the property.
With over a thousand properties listed everyday on websqft, standing out and catching the attention of potential buyers can be a challenge. Here are some pointers (tips) on how and what pictures to show:

• Bigger is better: Try uploading bigger quality pictures. You could hire a professional photographer to do the same; however, taking a picture with a smartphone that has a good camera could suffice.
• Highlight: Showcase features of your property that you think are the selling points. If you have a teak wood finished cabinet and wish to highlight it, do so by clicking a good picture of it.
• Avoid: Try avoiding close-ups. You might wish to display the intricate designs in the cabinet, avoid taking close-ups. Explain the same when describing the picture.
• Description: A good description plays a pivotal role in explaining the picture. Do so in simple, clean words. Not everyone is interested in your Shakespearean language.
• Size matters: If you have a long hallway or a massive doorway, show its size by placing other visual pointers. The rule holds fast for smaller items as well.

Here are some other helpful tips:

• Clean: Make sure your property is clean. People would not be interested in seeing a pile of bricks lying at the center of the room.
• Eye level: Most pictures that are up on our website usually depict the photography skills of a person. Again, not many are interested in seeing that. Use wide angles when possible. In addition, take pictures from the eye level.
• Lighting: Make sure you take pictures of your property in broad daylight or whenever the sun shines brightest. However, limit the use of flash.
• Post-edit: Although you could edit the pictures later, we advise against it. Potential customers should not be in for a shocker when they visit your property.

In any case, we recommend hiring a professional photographer for the best images of your property. In addition, he would be the best person to edit the pictures at a later stage.
websqft™ is an all in one Real Estate Portal that gives you not just the local scoop of properties that are up for sale or rent but also gives an insight of the neighborhood, the real estate market, and the trends in the market. We work hard to help you figure out exactly what, where and when to buy, sell or rent. We understand that it is not just a transaction or a business deal for our customers but is in fact a lot more than that. It is about building a dream. websqft™ aims to make that process a more informed, transparent and a memorable experience.

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A picture is worth a thousand words. This saying could not be more apt for the real estate industry. Not only the fresh and new buildings that come up, the old buildings that are up for sale need to be showcased.
Although showcasing does not imply you take extensive pictures of your property, you need to take a handful of good pictures to stand a chance. This industry is all about attracting many potential customers and choosing the best among them.

There is no doubt that good pictures (visuals) are an essential part of advertising. When potential house hunters are skimming through the plethora of websites, they stop only if something catches their eye. If your property is not among those which catch the attention of the viewer, you certainly have lost your chance. Of course, there are other factors like price, locality etc. but the differentiating factor would be the pictures you associate with the property.
With over a thousand properties listed everyday on websqft, standing out and catching the attention of potential buyers can be a challenge. Here are some pointers (tips) on how and what pictures to show:

• Bigger is better: Try uploading bigger quality pictures. You could hire a professional photographer to do the same; however, taking a picture with a smartphone that has a good camera could suffice.
• Highlight: Showcase features of your property that you think are the selling points. If you have a teak wood finished cabinet and wish to highlight it, do so by clicking a good picture of it.
• Avoid: Try avoiding close-ups. You might wish to display the intricate designs in the cabinet, avoid taking close-ups. Explain the same when describing the picture.
• Description: A good description plays a pivotal role in explaining the picture. Do so in simple, clean words. Not everyone is interested in your Shakespearean language.
• Size matters: If you have a long hallway or a massive doorway, show its size by placing other visual pointers. The rule holds fast for smaller items as well.

Here are some other helpful tips:

• Clean: Make sure your property is clean. People would not be interested in seeing a pile of bricks lying at the center of the room.
• Eye level: Most pictures that are up on our website usually depict the photography skills of a person. Again, not many are interested in seeing that. Use wide angles when possible. In addition, take pictures from the eye level.
• Lighting: Make sure you take pictures of your property in broad daylight or whenever the sun shines brightest. However, limit the use of flash.
• Post-edit: Although you could edit the pictures later, we advise against it. Potential customers should not be in for a shocker when they visit your property.

In any case, we recommend hiring a professional photographer for the best images of your property. In addition, he would be the best person to edit the pictures at a later stage.
websqft™ is an all in one Real Estate Portal that gives you not just the local scoop of properties that are up for sale or rent but also gives an insight of the neighborhood, the real estate market, and the trends in the market. We work hard to help you figure out exactly what, where and when to buy, sell or rent. We understand that it is not just a transaction or a business deal for our customers but is in fact a lot more than that. It is about building a dream. websqft™ aims to make that process a more informed, transparent and a memorable experience.
- See more at: http://www.websqft.com/blog/why-upload-pictures/#sthash.CnTKRFiQ.dpuf

A picture is worth a thousand words. This saying could not be more apt for the real estate industry. Not only the fresh and new buildings that come up, the old buildings that are up for sale need to be showcased.
Although showcasing does not imply you take extensive pictures of your property, you need to take a handful of good pictures to stand a chance. This industry is all about attracting many potential customers and choosing the best among them.

There is no doubt that good pictures (visuals) are an essential part of advertising. When potential house hunters are skimming through the plethora of websites, they stop only if something catches their eye. If your property is not among those which catch the attention of the viewer, you certainly have lost your chance. Of course, there are other factors like price, locality etc. but the differentiating factor would be the pictures you associate with the property.
With over a thousand properties listed everyday on websqft, standing out and catching the attention of potential buyers can be a challenge. Here are some pointers (tips) on how and what pictures to show:

• Bigger is better: Try uploading bigger quality pictures. You could hire a professional photographer to do the same; however, taking a picture with a smartphone that has a good camera could suffice.
• Highlight: Showcase features of your property that you think are the selling points. If you have a teak wood finished cabinet and wish to highlight it, do so by clicking a good picture of it.
• Avoid: Try avoiding close-ups. You might wish to display the intricate designs in the cabinet, avoid taking close-ups. Explain the same when describing the picture.
• Description: A good description plays a pivotal role in explaining the picture. Do so in simple, clean words. Not everyone is interested in your Shakespearean language.
• Size matters: If you have a long hallway or a massive doorway, show its size by placing other visual pointers. The rule holds fast for smaller items as well.

Here are some other helpful tips:

• Clean: Make sure your property is clean. People would not be interested in seeing a pile of bricks lying at the center of the room.
• Eye level: Most pictures that are up on our website usually depict the photography skills of a person. Again, not many are interested in seeing that. Use wide angles when possible. In addition, take pictures from the eye level.
• Lighting: Make sure you take pictures of your property in broad daylight or whenever the sun shines brightest. However, limit the use of flash.
• Post-edit: Although you could edit the pictures later, we advise against it. Potential customers should not be in for a shocker when they visit your property.

In any case, we recommend hiring a professional photographer for the best images of your property. In addition, he would be the best person to edit the pictures at a later stage.
websqft™ is an all in one Real Estate Portal that gives you not just the local scoop of properties that are up for sale or rent but also gives an insight of the neighborhood, the real estate market, and the trends in the market. We work hard to help you figure out exactly what, where and when to buy, sell or rent. We understand that it is not just a transaction or a business deal for our customers but is in fact a lot more than that. It is about building a dream. websqft™ aims to make that process a more informed, transparent and a memorable experience.
- See more at: http://www.websqft.com/blog/why-upload-pictures/#sthash.CnTKRFiQ.dpuf