Real estate has always been an important sector, as it accounts for a massive share of the country’s GDP, is a major sink for foreign and local investment, and provides employment to thousands of people. Despite its scale, this sector has remained undocumented and unmonitored, leading to loopholes in tax collection and property scams. FBR is a government body with multiple functions, primarily...
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Rawalpindi Ring Road is the most anticipated infrastructure project of Rawalpindi, which is a 38.5 Km corridor connecting Banth on GT Road to Thalian near the M-2 Motorway. The construction is being carried out at a rapid pace, with 85% work completed. It is expected to be inaugurated in late June 2026. This road infrastructure has benefited several housing societies along its belt with increased...
The government of Punjab has decided to add a new Rs 205 billion motorway, the M-13 Motorway, to the national motorway network. This new motorway, also known as the Kharian–Rawalpindi Motorway, is a new road infrastructure under development to reduce travel time between Lahore and Rawalpindi, the development of which is awarded to FWO. The M-13 is a 117.2 km, six-lane motorway connecting Kharian to...
When buying or selling property, one often faces loads of paperwork. Among them are two important documents: the No Objection Certificate (NOC) and Layout Plan(LOP). They should not be mistaken for interchangeable terms, as each serves a different purpose. To clear out any such confusion and misconception, this article will break down what NOC and LOP mean, their needs, who issues them, and how they...
In real estate, renting properties has been a major income source and has great investment potential. When renting property, an agreement is made to legalize the process. However, whether the property should be rented or leased to utilize this potential for ones’ maximum ability can be confusing. Each type of agreement has its own terms and conditions governing its benefit for the use intended. This...
Finding a good and reliable real estate agent is always tough. This is because the extent of profit or loss in a property transfer depends on the expertise and transparency of the chosen real estate agent. Whether you are an experienced person in the market or a newbie, understanding market dynamics and being associated with a good real estate agent makes a great difference. If you are confused about...
Listen to Brief Comparison between Between Filer & Non Filer Playback Speed: 1x 1.5x 2x function changeSpeed(speed){ document.getElementById('audioPlayer').playbackRate = speed; } In Pakistan, nearly everything you buy or even sell is taxed. This is the main revenue source for every government, and a responsible...
The real estate landscape of Rawalpindi and Islamabad is experiencing a major shift as the Defence Housing Authority (DHA) has officially taken administrative control of several key sectors of Bahria Town Phase 8. The affected sectors include F2, F3, F4, and P of Bahria Town, which have been brought under the jurisdiction of the Defence Housing Authority. DHA has rebranded the entire controlled area as...
Listen to Brief Discussion on Budget 2026-27 and Its Impact on Real Estate Market Playback Speed: 1x 1.5x 2x function changeSpeed(speed){ document.getElementById('audioPlayer').playbackRate = speed; } A ray of hope has been given to the property and construction sector by the federal government through new tax cuts in the...
Playback Speed: 1x 1.5x 2x function changeSpeed(speed){ document.getElementById('audioPlayer').playbackRate = speed; } Islamabad is about to get a new world-class convention center close to Bhara Kahu, with initial planning work completed. The New Islamabad Convention, Expo and Exhibition Centre (NICEEC), which is set to...