REAL ESTATE – The Good, The Bad and The Unanswered

“Engineering is about sharpening the intellect. MBA is about learning smartness and Real estate is about developing wisdom through experiences.”Indeed, real estate has become extremely diverse in recent years. I've rarely come across a book that incorporated and communicated all aspects of this ever-changing platform in a single, simplified way.This book is a hands-on guide for anyone from academia or outside to learn and understand in depth about this field through a variety of means including analyses, debates, blog extracts, discussions, and much more. It is a brilliantly fused, fact meets fiction splaying the 125 years of the emergence, rise, and complete history of realty in India.Examining the ergonomics of rent control laws, cooperative housing society norms and regulations, the DDA Act, the Pagdi system, and PoA transfers, as well as the challenges of home buying faced particularly by the middle class, Deepesh Salgia, director at Shapoorji Pallonji and an avid blogger on such issues, has brought forth all of this in a simplified, relatable format that is perusable and, more importantly, adoptable, in terms of rent and real estateAlong with presenting a noteworthy history of real estate, the narrative also addressed noteworthy issues concerning affordable housing that have rarely been addressed. Deepesh has not only provided a clear insight into the darker side of realty, while including the role of a parallel economy and legislative system, but sensitive issues such as politics and black money have been handled with clear objectives sounding them off completely and not just academically.Imagining the entire concept to be conveyed using the fictitious "Pinnacle" institute, I was able to understand and finely explore all aspects of housing, while also drinking in its history, thanks to Deepesh's engaging narrative.A brilliant handbook of realty that clocks wisdom in a subtle, subversive manner, sublimely covering both the broad and finer points. It's about time you became acquainted with the data and knowledge you should become acquainted with for your own benefit and future.

When I was growing up, I wasn't even aware of the term 'real estate'. All I heard as per my background knowledge is the fact that real estate related to builders who build buildings. However, I wasn't aware of the nuances involved behind the concept of it. At the age of 14, I heard from my friend that his uncle is in real estate business located in Australia. That's when I realised the true meaning of it. Real estate business is the profession of buying, selling, or renting real estate (land, buildings, or housing). Basically, a property in the form of land and buildings. Let it be a movable property or an Immovable property, tangible property or an Intangible property, private property or public property. Additionally Real Estate Agents are professionals who help home buyers find and buy a new home or commercial space. They help them buy and sell homes and guide clients through negotiation processes to get top dollar for their property when selling.Delving further into the book, the context deals with an amalgamation of fiction with facts. It deeps researches into the penchant of the real estate industry in the past 125 years. The themes it particularly explores especially involves the history, story behind it's origin, politics, sociology, properties, demographics, legislation, geographical importance, laws, etc. The economic growth & development pertaining to this has also been added. Furthermore, the most important eye-catcher is the fact that it also provided the subsequent future analysis which is required for sustainable growth.Writing style is different from the rest. Language is simple & easy to understand. Overall, a very  informative & insightful read.

Deepesh Salgia looks at the world of real estate from varied and vibrant perspectives, diving deep into the nitty-gritty of this largely unexplored territory. From technicalities to social & cultural underpinnings and a deep analysis of the opportunities in the real estate industry, this book delivers a highly engaging narrative. You get to explore the good, the bad, and the unanswered of real estate as Salgia goes all in and pulls no punches. A must-read for practitioners, theorists, and those looking to expand their real estate knowledge.

Although the book is on Real Estate but still a reader who has limited knowledge about the business can appreciate how the business has evolved over the years and how it will shape in the futureThis book would remain my top recommendation And I personally liked it because it is a business book but in a unique story telling manner with interesting snippets

Excellent!! Flawless writing. Corridor conversations are superb, which is a unique concept altogether. Last 3 parts are mind blowing. A must read, not only for real estate professionals but students as well.

🏠 Author presents a presents a well-researched ‘biography’ of Real Estate in India, and its future for the next 25 years. Its an amazing harcover book that comes with 17 chapters. Author explains the concepts with a blend of fiction and sometimes even bollywood concepts. Neatly narrated with crisp and free flowing language.🏠 If you are a person who is interested in investing in real estate or looking to buy a property of your own use, this book might be of a good help. When the cost of living increases, the expense is actually expected to be compensated by the employers, the financial imbalance happens when that is not done. We have lots of facts like above that is quite thought provoking and helps us to understand the links.The contents are explained in the form of fiction, Q & A, information with references.

Most books either are educating you or are engaging you. This book has the rare attribute of doing both. I cannot imagine that I read 200 pages of a book on real estate at one go. Needless to say that I now feel so enlightened with a totally new perspective on Indian Real Estate. This book is sure to revive the interest in book reading.