Keeping it Real by Housing.com

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Dec 2025

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Keeping It Real by Housing.com is India’s first real estate industry podcast, rich with sector highlights, explainers and discussions on hot topics and trends. You can catch the episode on Housing.com, on the Housing.com app, on Earshot.in, Spotify.com, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Gaana.com and JioSaavn.

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December 31, 202519 min

Ep 102 | The Pune Playbook: Why the city remains a magnet for builders

Pune, with its pleasant climate, sociocultural and economic richness and the IT appeal remains a preferred real estate investment location, despite short term challenges in home sales. In this episode, we have Ravi Varma, Chairman Emeritus, National Association of Realtors, who decodes the Pune real estate playbook for us. With over 50 years of experience during which he served as a President of the Estate Agents Association of Pune for six years, Mr Varma knows the nitty-gritties of the city’s real estate market and is the person to turn to when looking for advice on Pune’s evolving housing situation.

December 31, 202516 min

Ep 101 | How to be a Homeowner as Property Prices go North

In this episode of Keeping it Real with Housing.com we are joined by Ravi Varma, Chairman Emeritus, National Association of Realtors, to unpack how the residential real estate market performed in Q1 and make informed guesses about the near-term growth outlook. In its Q1 report on the sector, Housing.com observed a phase of cautious consolidation after a period of rapid expansion during the pandemic years. Despite geopolitical uncertainties, multiple global conflicts and punishing US tariffs, the domestic economy has been resilient and even beat expectations with its second quarter FY26 GDP growth. Amid this, what should we expect of the real estate sector? Tune in!

December 31, 202512 min

Ep 100 | Silicon Valley To Buyer’s Paradise: Behind Bengaluru’s Rise As Real Estate Hub

Bengaluru is much more than being the IT capital of the country. It is India’s own Silicon Valley, and with that, the city has also emerged as a real estate buyer’s paradise. Already home to several IT firms, Bengaluru sure does has a natural appeal when it comes to the real estate market. The growth has expanded from just a few pockets, offering even bigger opportunities to those looking to buy their dream house and also unlock higher returns on their investment. This episode turns the focus on Bengaluru, where builders are cashing in on the city’s infra and IT potential to deliver projects that combine affordable luxury with new-age amenities. E Jayashree Kurup, Director, Real Estate & Cities at Wordmeister Editorial Services LLP, decodes the latest trends, real estate hotspots and what lies ahead of Bengaluru’s real estate market. She also discusses how Bengaluru stacks up as a destination for rental income, and what makes it a buyer’s paradise. Tune in to explore how should you navigate Bengaluru’s evolving property market to capitalise on opportunities.

December 31, 202512 min

Ep 99 | How Luxury Living is Redefining Bengaluru’s Realty Market

Bengaluru has burnished its reputation as an innovation and entrepreneurship hub. Now, with the who’s who of the startup world calling the city their home, the Silicon Valley of India is also fast becoming a hotspot for high-end property development. In this episode of Keeping it Real with Housing.com, we're talking luxury living in Bengaluru, with Gautam Agarwal, Chief Operating Officer, Casagrand. Whether you're a luxury homebuyer, a real estate enthusiast, or simply someone curious about the world of high-end living, this episode is for you.

December 31, 20258 min

Ep 98 | How Innovation is Shaping Bengaluru’s Real Estate Future

From a serene cantonment town to a thriving, startup hub, Bengaluru has scripted a transformation like few other cities, and its story is a work in progress even now. As Bengaluru draws people from all over the country and the world, hosting some migrants temporarily and some who make it their home - the city has become a melting pot of cultures and aspirations. In this episode of Keeping it Real with Housing.com, Jagmohan, Deputy Director of Casagrand, reveals what makes Bengaluru a promising real estate market that complements the city’s evolving identity.

December 31, 202518 min

Ep 97 | Bengaluru’s Startup Culture is Shaping a Unique Housing Boom

Bengaluru soil has nourished startups, helping nurture and scale them to some of the most successful businesses today. Entrepreneurship is in the DNA of the city, shaping a culture distinguished by its dynamic and aspirational spirit. This very spirit is now fuelling the city’s real estate market. In this episode of Keeping it Real with Housing.com Diptakirti Chaudhuri, Chief Marketing Officer, Casagrand joins us to decode the Bengaluru real estate market. From the hottest micro-markets to the impact of IT/ITeS professionals on the rental market, we'll cover it all in this podcast.

December 31, 202511 min

Ep 96 | The OMR Effect To Rising Stars: Chennai’s New Vectors Of Growth

Chennai’s Old Mahabalipuram Road has emerged as the newest real estate hotspot for IT professionals. Not just OMR, but other regions like Pallikaranai, Porur, Thoraipakkam and Chengalpattu also have a mass appeal. In this episode, the spotlight is on South India’s star – Chennai – where builders are making vision meet reality. The city is not just witnessing the emergence of new hotspots but also seeing new vectors of growth led by the city’s rapid infra development. This episode features E Jayashree Kurup, Director, Real Estate & Cities at Wordmeister Editorial Services LLP, who will shine the light on what’s behind the onwards growth in the ‘Detroit of India’. She also unpacks where do the energy pockets lie where investors can make big from their investment. Tune in to explore Chennai’s evolving housing trends, what’s driving demand, and why the city continues to be a homebuyer’s dream destination.

December 31, 202511 min

Ep 95 | Understanding Chennai’s Real Estate Regulations

Chennai’s latest real estate regulations could breathe new life into the city’s ageing housing stock and revitalize growth in prime locations. Since the introduction of RERA reforms, the last decade has seen a significant jump in housing registrations in Chennai, improving builder transparency and strengthening buyer confidence. In this episode of Keeping it Real with Housing.com we speak to G Vivekanand, Partner, IndusLaw, to understand how the latest regulatory changes will impact Chennai – will there be more organized development or consolidation and strategic slowdown? Tune in.

December 31, 202512 min

Ep 94 | When Luxury And Sustainability Go Hand In Hand: Green Revolution In Chennai’s Real Estate

Properties of the 21st century aren’t just new-age and novel but they also are designed keeping sustainability in mind. Builders today are shifting their focus towards using sustainable materials, energy-efficient designs to cater to the growing consumer demand for sustainable residences. In this episode, we are joined by G Vivekanand, Partner, IndusLaw, to get a behind the scenes picture of how is the thought process different when it comes to keeping sustainability as the front. We will also explore the role of certifications like LEED, EDGE, GRIHA in green real estate, and why consumers are increasingly asking for these specifications when buying premium homes. How do these certifications work, and what benefits do they bring to developers and homeowners? Tune in for a deep dive into the new world of real estate, that is not just rewarding financially but also in tandem with nature with sustainability at their core.

December 31, 202512 min

Ep 93 | Community Living: The Rise of Gated Communities in Chennai & Bengaluru

A house becomes a home when there is family to share it with and a community around you where you feel you belong. In this episode, we speak to G Vivekanand, Partner, IndusLaw, to understand the shift to gated community living in cities like Chennai and Bengaluru. We look at how this trend is reshaping urban social ecosystems, influencing lifestyle choices, and driving innovations that offer amenities beyond the basics. Tune in to this episode as we explore community living in Chennai and Bengaluru. Who are the market leaders in gated community development, how are they raising the benchmark for urban buyers and what does the future of community living look like? Tune in to find out.