{"id":3921,"date":"2025-02-08T09:20:55","date_gmt":"2025-02-08T09:20:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/13.235.33.85\/?p=3921"},"modified":"2026-04-09T12:28:36","modified_gmt":"2026-04-09T06:58:36","slug":"is-budget-2025-favourable-for-real-estate-market","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/asbl.in\/blog\/is-budget-2025-favourable-for-real-estate-market\/","title":{"rendered":"IS BUDGET 2025 FAVOURABLE FOR REAL ESTATE MARKET ?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The Union Budget 2025 has proven to be a turning point for homebuyers, introducing several tax benefits and incentives. Be it tax reforms under the new tax regime or exempting second property from tax for notional rental income are some of the key announcements made by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. By simplifying tax policies and promoting affordable housing, the government\u2019s initiatives are set to create a lasting impact on both the real estate sector and homebuyers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-2 wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"3933\"  src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/wooden-gavel-books-wooden-table-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A wooden judge\u2019s gavel resting on a sound block next to two thick law books in a library setting.\" class=\"wp-image-3933\" srcset=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/wooden-gavel-books-wooden-table-1024x683.jpg 1024w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/wooden-gavel-books-wooden-table-300x200.jpg 300w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/wooden-gavel-books-wooden-table-768x512.jpg 768w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/wooden-gavel-books-wooden-table-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/wooden-gavel-books-wooden-table-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong>Impact of Budget 2025 on the Hyderabad Real Estate Market<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-4 wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"3929\"  src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/peninsula-china-panorama-chinese-scenic-office-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A panoramic night view of a sprawling city skyline illuminated with golden lights, featuring high-rise buildings and bridges over a river.\n\" class=\"wp-image-3929\" srcset=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/peninsula-china-panorama-chinese-scenic-office-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/peninsula-china-panorama-chinese-scenic-office-1-300x200.jpg 300w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/peninsula-china-panorama-chinese-scenic-office-1-768x512.jpg 768w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/peninsula-china-panorama-chinese-scenic-office-1-1536x1025.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>Affordable Housing &amp; Middle-Class Benefits<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Tax incentives for affordable housing projects will make homeownership more accessible. Additionally, government investment in urban infrastructure will improve connectivity to affordable housing locations, enhancing property values and making homeownership a viable option for many<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>Rental Market &amp; Investment Growth<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.businesstoday.in\/personal-finance\/retirement-planning\/story\/budget-2025-what-it-means-for-senior-citizens-how-their-tax-slabs-have-changed-463321-2025-02-04\">TDS on rental income has been raised from \u20b92.4 lakh to \u20b96 lakh<\/a>, reducing tax burdens on landlords and keeping rent prices stable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>Commercial Real Estate Boom<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Tax benefits for IT and startup hubs will encourage more companies to set up offices, driving demand for Grade A office spaces in Hyderabad. Government incentives for warehousing and data centres will push commercial real estate expansion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>Favourable Policies for NRIs &amp; Investors<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With the rupee weakening, NRIs have a unique opportunity to maximise their purchasing power in real estate market. Rapid infrastructure growth and strong rental demand in Hyderabad make it a wealth generating opportunity for the investors. Now is the perfect time to secure a high value asset in India\u2019s fastest growing city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong>What Homebuyers Need to Know About Property Tax Reforms in Budget 2025 ?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Reduction in Property Tax Burden<\/strong><br>The Budget 2025 introduces reforms aimed at reducing the financial strain on homebuyers by revising property tax rules. This includes potential reductions in stamp duty, registration fees, and other taxes that homebuyers must pay during the property purchase process.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tax-Free Second Homes<\/strong><br>Individuals who own two residential properties can now declare both as self-occupied, eliminating the previous rule where the second property was considered deemed to be rented out and taxed on notional rental income (an assumed rental value even if the property was vacant). This change removes the tax burden on such properties, benefiting homeowners with multiple residences.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"project_promotion_box\">\n\t<div class=\"promotion_title\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"project_promotion_details\">\n\t<div class=\"promotion_image\" style=\"background-image: url(\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1026-x-600-1.png\">\n\t\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"promotion_content_box\">\n\t<div class=\"promo-heading\">ASBL Spectra - Ready To Move In 3BHKs only in Financial District<\/div><p>Unveil the 50-50 payment plan<\/p>\n<div class=\"box-title\"><span class=\"sft\">1980<\/span> sq. ft at just \u20b92.10 Cr <span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">(ALL INCLUSIVE + GST)<\/span><\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"project_promotion_link\"> <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/asbl.in\/spectra?utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=CPC&utm_campaign=URL-6433\">View Details<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"promotion_link\">\n\t<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\">View More &nbsp;\u279d<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong>Higher TDS Threshold on Rent: A Win for Landlords and Tenants<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/front-view-two-stacks-coins-with-plants-jar-1-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"A glass jar filled with coins next to two small stacks of gold coins, each with a tiny green plant sprouting from the top.\" class=\"wp-image-3935\" width=\"1198\" height=\"1198\" srcset=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/front-view-two-stacks-coins-with-plants-jar-1-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/front-view-two-stacks-coins-with-plants-jar-1-300x300.jpg 300w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/front-view-two-stacks-coins-with-plants-jar-1-150x150.jpg 150w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/front-view-two-stacks-coins-with-plants-jar-1-768x768.jpg 768w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/front-view-two-stacks-coins-with-plants-jar-1-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/front-view-two-stacks-coins-with-plants-jar-1-2048x2048.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1198px) 100vw, 1198px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This means that under Budget 2025, the threshold for Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) on rent has been increased from \u20b92.4 lakh to \u20b96 lakh per annum. Previously, if the annual rent exceeded \u20b92.4 lakh, the tenant had to deduct TDS before paying the landlord. Now, TDS will only apply if the rent exceeds \u20b96 lakh per year (\u20b950,000 per month), reducing compliance burdens for tenants and benefiting landlords with lower rental incomes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong>Reviving Real Estate: The Role of SWAMIH Fund in 2025<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hindustantimes.com\/real-estate\/fm-announces-swamih-fund-2-0-to-complete-1-lakh-homes-in-stalled-projects-101738391362178.html\">Under the SWAMIH Fund-1 <\/a>(Special Window for Affordable and Mid-Income Housing), a total of \u20b915,530 crore has been raised to provide priority debt financing for the completion of stressed and stalled residential projects. These projects must be brownfield (already under construction), registered under RERA, and fall under the affordable or mid-income housing segment. The fund aims to revive delayed housing projects, ensuring that homebuyers receive their properties while boosting real estate sector growth.<br>SWAMIH Fund 2 is a much welcome step as SWAMIH Fund 1 was a big success. The launch of SWAMIH 2 with a \u20b915,000 crore fund is crucial to reviving stalled residential projects and ensuring timely home deliveries. With an estimated 1 lakh housing units set to benefit, this initiative will boost buyer confidence, enhance liquidity in the real estate sector, and support overall housing market stability, driving sustained growth in the industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong>Tax Rebate Enhancements<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/planning-savings-money-coins-buy-home-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A small model of a suburban house sitting behind a pile of gold coins, paper currency, and a set of silver house keys.\" class=\"wp-image-3939\" srcset=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/planning-savings-money-coins-buy-home-1024x683.jpg 1024w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/planning-savings-money-coins-buy-home-300x200.jpg 300w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/planning-savings-money-coins-buy-home-768x512.jpg 768w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/planning-savings-money-coins-buy-home-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/planning-savings-money-coins-buy-home-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most significant takeaways from the budget is the increase in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/business\/budget\/budget-2025-highlights-tax-relief-for-middle-class-interest-free-loans-to-states-pm-dhan-dhanya-krishi-yojana-for-farmers\/article69167585.ece\">tax rebate under the new tax regime<\/a>. Individuals earning up to Rs 12 lakh per annum (Rs 12.75 lakh for salaried employees) will pay no personal income tax.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>Tax Benefits on Home Loan Interest<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.financialexpress.com\/money\/what-homebuyers-gained-from-budget-2025-more-savings-tax-perks-amp-more-3736381\/\">Homebuyers<\/a> will benefit from increased tax deductions on home loan interest payments, which can reduce their overall taxable income. Under section 24(b), deductions for home loan interest up to Rs 2,00,000.This is particularly advantageous for first-time homebuyers looking to ease their financial commitments.<br>With the revised income tax slabs and reduced tax rates, a rough estimate suggests that taxpayers could save up to Rs 10,000 per month, depending on their income bracket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For example<\/strong>, in the case of a <a href=\"https:\/\/13.235.33.85\/the-essential-guide-to-your-first-home-loan\/\">home loan<\/a>, assuming an interest rate of 9% and a tenure of 20 years, a person\u2019s loan eligibility could increase by Rs 10-11 lakh. This is because the additional Rs 10,000 in disposable income can be utilized for servicing EMIs, making homeownership more accessible. The ripple effect of increased disposable income will be felt across the retail loan industry, as more individuals will have the financial confidence to take on new loans, whether for housing, automobiles, or personal financing needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong>Support for Developers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-6 wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"3937\"  src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/smart-asian-engineer-manager-with-safety-uniform-checking-site-construction-with-steel-concrete-sturcture-background-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A construction worker in a yellow hard hat and safety vest pointing toward a high-rise building at a busy construction site.\" class=\"wp-image-3937\" srcset=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/smart-asian-engineer-manager-with-safety-uniform-checking-site-construction-with-steel-concrete-sturcture-background-1024x683.jpg 1024w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/smart-asian-engineer-manager-with-safety-uniform-checking-site-construction-with-steel-concrete-sturcture-background-300x200.jpg 300w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/smart-asian-engineer-manager-with-safety-uniform-checking-site-construction-with-steel-concrete-sturcture-background-768x512.jpg 768w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/smart-asian-engineer-manager-with-safety-uniform-checking-site-construction-with-steel-concrete-sturcture-background-1536x1025.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Tax Benefits &amp; Incentives<\/strong><br>The reforms aimed at easing regulations and providing incentives for developers will help accelerate the completion of residential and commercial projects, especially in growing real estate hubs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fast-Track Approvals &amp; Single-Window Clearance<\/strong><br>Simplified approval processes and single-window clearance systems reduce delays in obtaining construction permits. Faster land acquisition policies make it easier for developers to expand projects.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Union Budget 2025 brings transformative changes to the real estate sector, with a strong focus on affordable housing, infrastructure development, and investor-friendly policies. With rising demand, improved regulatory frameworks, and a favourable investment climate, Budget 2025 positions Indian real estate especially in cities like Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Pune as a lucrative opportunity for homebuyers, NRIs, and investors. Now is the ideal time to invest, as policies and infrastructure expansion are set to enhance long term property value and market stability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong>FAQs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1738993369546\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the growth rate of real estate in Hyderabad ?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Hyderabad&#8217;s real estate market has seen strong growth in recent years with residential prices increasing and more people buying homes. Residential launches grew by 10% over the past decade.&nbsp;<br><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1738993831623\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Will property prices fall in India 2025 ?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The housing market may likely to record a moderate single digit price increase in 2025 compared to the double digit growth of 21% witnessed last year.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1738994020122\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is it a good time to invest for NRI in India ?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">With the rupee weakening, NRIs have a unique opportunity to maximise their purchasing power in real estate market. Rapid infrastructure growth and strong rental demand in Hyderabad make it a wealth generating opportunity for the investors. Now is the perfect time to secure a high value asset in India\u2019s fastest growing city.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Union Budget 2025 has proven to be a turning point for homebuyers, introducing several tax benefits and incentives. 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