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While running a business from a home may help a firm to save on costs, those who plan to expand their business in the future, should weigh their options before making this choice For many start-ups and small businesses, other than the operational cost, the real estate cost proves to be a major impediment in the intended growth. Thus, a number of small businesses are often run from residential areas. Consultants, advocates, doctors, etc., run their work from their homes. While converting a house premise into an office can help one to save on real estate cost, there are other permissions and expenses that one incurs while doing so. What does ‘commercial’ mean? Legally, consultants, advocates and doctors can run their business from their house. In a case filed under the Karnataka Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1961, the court had clarified that home offices run by chartered accountants, lawyers and doctors, will not be considered as a commercial activity as the ...

With numerous policy changes being announced in 2016, will the property market become more buyer friendly? We look at what home buyers expect in 2017 and whether developers can address these concerns, without any extra burden A majority of home buyers (as many as 82%), believe that the wide trust deficit between the builders and the buyers, can be bridged to a considerable extent, if the developers genuinely come forward for a dialogue to understand the home buyers’ point of view, according to a survey by real estate think-tank group, Track2Realty. More than seven out of 10 (72%), maintain that the buyer must have access to communicate with the builder throughout the project’s lifecycle. Nearly as many (68%) feel this will address conflicts, even if there are changes in the layout of the project. More than half of the home buyers feel that if the developer starts collaborating with the buyers, then, the buyers will also understand his point of view, in case of any delay, poli...

World Trade Center, which is headquartered at New York, US, has a wide network of offices, spanning 90 countries across the globe with the core objective of promoting trade and investment opportunities. Apart from promoting business, the other striking feature of this organisation is it’s trade centres. Every World Trade Center Association’s project is an iconic structure, reflecting international standards of construction. WTCA, at present, is working towards strengthening its base in Asia-Pacific with a keen eye on India. It’s rising interest in Indian market is visible in the number of projects that the association is planning to launch and has even launched in the country. Did you know that the first ever WTC in India was launched back in 1970 in Mumbai. Now, the association has tied up with Viridian Group to promote and develop the projects in the country. PropGuide lists the major WTC projects in India which were launched in the country recently. WTC Noida Stra...

Homes tend to reflect our times, with a blend of traditional aspects, modern design and new-age technology. Here’s a look at some of the home décor trends that are likely to dominate the new year Natural home décor materials will be in demand in 2017 Materials such as stone, colourful granite and terracotta, are making a comeback in the interior designing space. These materials are ideal for minimalistic and contemporary forms of design and can be modified to suit one’s needs, shares architect Ricky Doshi, founder of ARD Studio. “The durability of these materials, has helped them to make a comeback. For example, crushed pieces of stone, can be moulded together to form any desired shape, while maintaining its traditional properties. Such modifications, also helps give designs a more rustic look. We have seen such décor in restaurants and lounges, in 2016, where a combination of natural materials like stone, brick, bamboo and jute have been used, to create an aesthetic loo...