Property remains the best option for NRIs looking to invest in India as the Indian government continues to push through reforms (in the Land Acquisition Act, the Real Estate Regulatory Bill, relaxation of FDI rules, and so on).

But, before making a final decision, some major issues must be addressed, such as who the realtor is, what his credentials are, what about the property, location, amenities, payment terms, legalities, and so on. Dharma Builders & Promoters provides profitable investment opportunities in the North Indian region, particularly in the tri-cities of New Chandigarh, Panchkula, Mohali, and Zirakpur.

NRI/PIO/OCI Real Estate Investment Guidelines

Q. DOES CAPITAL GAINS TAX (CGT) APPLY TO NRI/PIO/OCI?

Asset types include things like real estate, building permits, jewelry, and development rights. Tax source deduction rate (TDS) Short term: 30.9%; long term: 20.6%

Exception possible (only for long term capital gains) Within the allotted time, long-term capital gains from the sale of a residential home may be used to purchase or build another residential home. The exemption is limited to the lesser of the amount invested in a new residential home or the amount of capital gains. The entire amount of capital gains is exempt if it is invested in bonds issued by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) or the Rural Electrification Corporation; otherwise, only the proportionate gain is exempt. A limit of Rs. 50 lakhs has been imposed on the amount that may be invested in capital tax-saving bonds, per the financial budget for 2007–2008.