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In real estate, no beginning is too small, no investment is too large. If you play it right, it will give you great returns on investment. That said, it is not child’s play and a lot of research has to go into it. Real estate as such pans a wide gamut – shopping centers, office buildings and residential units all being part of it. Here, we are talking about residential units and they too come in a multitude of shapes and sizes. So, how do we decide what is the best investment for us?

Points that make your investment work

The location, the price, and the resale value are the key elements that have to be considered while you invest in a property for rent. The proximity to offices, schools, hospitals, and other conveniences affect the price of the property. The same are the key concerns when it comes to selling or renting a property.

What works for villas

While most of the apartment complexes are within the city limits; the villas tend to be in the suburban areas. And this is a major challenge when it comes to proximity to offices and educational institutions. According to an article in Housing.com, it is normally the bigger families that prefer the villas.

In favor of the flats

Buying a ready-to-move-in flat requires you to pay a chunk of money or take a loan and pay EMI’s over a period of time. However, what works in favor of investing in a flat is the fact that there is a sense of security, community life, and other common facilities that it offers.

A vast majority of real-estate buyers/rentals in India are nuclear families, and for these people, a flat is a safer bet. This makes flats a hot favourite when it comes to real-estate investment. Another factor that works in favor of flats is the proximity to places of work and educational institutions. However, you have to keep a track on the development that the area of your preference is likely to undergo in a period of say, five years. A ready-to-move-in apartment would be an ideal choice because of obvious reasons.

Fortius Waterscape is a state-of-the-art ready-to-move-in apartment close to the hub of industrial development. It is close to the city and is well connected to the airport and various technology parks in Bengaluru. The property is also close to some famous schools and colleges which make it a good investment.

According to a recent study conducted by JLL, about 4.4 lakh housing units were unsold in seven major Indian cities at the end of 2017. However, there is a paradox at play. Even though there is an excess in supply, the prices for housing units have not depreciated in Bengaluru, one of the major cities in this list. This according to experts is a good trend, and 2018 is deemed as the ideal time to invest in ready-to-move-in apartments.

Is there a slowdown in Realty?

Post the demonetisation drive, the real estate sector, had a few hiccups. This was followed by various structural changes after the new real estate law, RERA, came into play. And then, there were a lot of uncertainties that cropped up after GST was implemented. All these factors together led to the slowdown of the real estate sector after the second quarter of 2017.

The Way Forward for Realty

However, it is not bad news all the way. In Bengaluru, the last couple of years has seen an upward trend in residential real estate prices. It has been reported that prices in Bengaluru have gone up by 10 to 30 percent over the last three years, depending on the area. With the city witnessing a robust demand in the commercial real estate with more companies wanting to expand their presence, it is only natural for the residential real estate prices to follow suit.

It is calculated that the city has a demand for about 50,000 to 60,000 units a year even if the migrant population is left out. The city is seeing a push towards semi-urban areas for affordable housing and there is a steep hike in prices just outside the city. Kengeri, Magadi Road, areas around Hebbal, and Devanahalli are seeing a sharp increase in demand.

Even in this scenario, the demand for luxury apartments has not come down in Bengaluru. Old Madras Roadand Whitefield are the prime locations with a lot of luxury apartments and villas opening up.

Old Madras Road is one of those places in Bangalore that is well-connected by road and metro to the heart of the city making it a popular place for a luxury home to call your own.

Fortius Waterscape stands out for its premium location, lake views, contemporary architecture, large open spaces lush greenery and high-grade amenities. It is for those who want a home that is inviting. These Vastu compliant, ready to move in apartments should be top of your list when you start hunting for the home of your dreams.

It’s hard to believe that till 1907 Whitefield was home to just about 130 residents. This old British outpost has now made a complete turnaround and is well on its way to becoming the leading commercial and residential hub of Bangalore,” the” place to be.

This village-turned-suburb-turned-city remained a quaint settlement till about the 1990s when the IT boom hit Bangalore. Since then, it has become a major IT hub and home to numerous IT Parks, international chains of 5-star hotels, world-class hospitals as well as malls and international schools.

This is THE new place to be in, especially with the latest infrastructural developments taking place, including the Namma Metro project. The metro will cater to the transport needs of Whitefield under its Phase 2 and will form an extension from Byappanahalli to Whitefield with 13 stations in-between.

Aside from being a great boon for road-users and the frequent traffic congestions experienced on Old Madras road, the project is also slated to improve the supply of piped water. The BWSSB has been granted Rs.1000 crores for various projects including supplying water to areas in eastern Bangalore, which covers Whitefield too.

In fact, people in eastern Bangalore are already beginning to feel some of the benefits of the new infrastructural development. While work on the Namma Metro is progressing fast, so is the road expansion. Two critical roads leading to Whitefield – the KR Puram-Graphite India stretch and the Jayadeva Institute-Central Silk Board stretch are both undergoing expansions and piling work in connection with Namma Metro.

Latest Whitefield Metro Route and Update

The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited has finished erecting 30 pillars out of 579 pillars needed and work is progressing fast. It has also finished laying 1,100 of the 3,600 pile and pile caps needed along the 15.5 km route. The metro line is slated to run parallel to the Whitefield Main Road before turning right at Hoodi to join Kundalahalli. It will again run parallel to the main road at ITPL before taking left at Hoskote Road and stopping near the Kadugodi police station.

Though it’s projected to finish within 27 months, work might finish earlier considering the speed of progress. The Old Airport Road is also simultaneously undergoing development with underpasses planned at HAL, ISRO and Kundanahalli gate junctions.

With all this development going on, real estate rates are bound to shoot upwards in and around Whitefield, making this the right time to buy into ready-to-move-in projects. Take a look at the luxurious ready to move in Fortius Waterscape homes that are conveniently located near Whitefield.

Bangalore is truly a cosmopolitan city that welcomes people from all parts of India as well as abroad with genuine warmth. Bangalore has become a source of inspiration and a land of opportunities for those who seek it.

The rise in migrant population of this city over the last few decades has led to the rise of quaint suburban localities like Whitefield. Located in eastern Bangalore, Whitefield is now amongst the most-sought-after areas for residences with no shortage of five-star hotels, multi-specialty hospitals, international schools, malls, theatres, etc., here.

The presence of numerous gated communities also means a lot of young people with energy to spare. These communities are usually buzzing with activities that allow all residents to participate. Therefore, you will find a lot more activities, groups and communities focused on holistic living on this side of Bangalore.

Community feeling in Whitefield

There are cycling, cooking, gardening and community initiatives or groups that connect the vibrant communities living in Whitefield.

Cycling groups like BWCC (Bangalore Whitefield Cycling Club), Bangalore Cyclists Group, Bums on the Saddle to name a few, are dedicated to recreational & fitness cycle rides around Bangalore. Amateur and even pro-cyclists can join for day-rides or bigger riding challenges by joining their social media pages.

When it comes to fitness, Bangaloreans have also become more aware of what they eat; this, in turn, has influenced the trend in balcony gardening and interest in organic food. For those interested in organic foods there are numerous organic food stores in Whitefield such as the Healthy Buddha, Nisarga Alternative store and The Harmonique Foods to name a few.

Those with a drive to help others can get also get involved in community initiatives that work together with local authorities to create change in their surroundings. ‘Whitefield Rising’ is one such voluntary and charitable trust.

Live in Vibrant Whitefield

With so many benefits to living in Whitefield, experience firsthand and buy into the ready-to-move-in Fortius Waterscapeapartment homes.

Its huge 11-acre campus and majestic lake views paired with the spacious contemporary designs will have you hooked for life. With easy access to international-level schools and hospitals, this is probably the best place to settle down with your family.

Note: We at Fortius Infra do not personally endorse any of the brands mentioned.

The future is here for those living in Bangalore, especially in Whitefield! The much-hyped project of Personalized Rapid Transport system (the Pod Taxi) is soon expected to become a reality with groundwork slated to start this year. BBMP is hopeful of providing a means of transport that’s even cheaper than the metro.

They are hopeful of transporting about 15,000 passengers every hour in these taxis travelling at speeds of 60 kmph. Each pod will accommodate six passengers and is 3 m long and 2.2 m wide. About 2,100 pods are expected to run along the 70 km stretch in the first phase. Commuters will have to choose a code for their destination and the pod taxi’s doors will open automatically at the stop.

For those of you who enjoy cable car rides, the pod taxis would be a rather enjoyable affair. They are offered as a cheap mode of public transport that’s personalized, on-demand and providing origin-to-destination transport. It is expected to ease common traffic woes faced by people in IT hubs like Whitefield. It’s also supposed to solve the last-mile connectivity issues of the metro as well as the BMTC bus stations along certain routes.

The Route Followed by Pod Taxis in Bangalore

For the first phase, the project is supposed to cover 70 km from the Trinity Metro station to Whitefield. The pod taxis will run on pillars placed on the medians of existing roads with 12 stations along the stretch. The network is expected to be a feeder to the metro and connect Trinity and Baiyappanhalli stations, aside from the proposed Visvesvaraya Industrial Park and Ujwala Vidyalaya station.

The 12 stations covered by the pod taxis from Trinity metro station to Whitefield include Agram, Domlur, Hotel Leela Palace, BEML, HAL airport, Ferns City, Gandhi Nagar, Brookefield, Parimala Sunridge, Nallurahalli, Virginia Mall and Whitefield.

The BBMP is also considering using clean solar energy to run these taxis for a cleaner environment. Trial projects will begin in Indiranagar and Whitefield before covering other parts of the city. It’s planned along six stretches for now which should give the working population of Whitefield a big relief. It’s planned along stretches that see a high footfall of MNC employees.

This vertical transport system may sound futuristic, but it hopes to bring relief to the people living and working in these areas. It’s also slated to hike up property rates in and around Whitefield, so the time to invest in ready-to-move-in properties in Whitefield is now. To reap higher benefits, do take a look at Fortius Waterscape – distinguished lakefront apartment homes that offer vast open spaces for recreational activities.

Pets make great companions, playmates, guards as well as serve as an outlet for your feelings. Kids adore them; most adults love them while the elderly feel less lonely with a pet around.

Pets also induce you to get out and about. Pet-owners are known to be in better physical health as they spend more time outdoors than others. But then comes the problem of finding homes where there is sufficient space for pets and permission for having them live with you…. Welcome to Fortius Waterscape – Nature-inspired homes by Fortius Infra that give living a whole new meaning.

Ready to Move in Homes for your family

Fortius Waterscape offers contemporary living in a large open campus of about 2.3 acres, with over 80% of it reserved for open spaces and green living. It is barely 4 km away from the IT hubs in Whitefield. Fortius Waterscape’s close location to the 6-lane Old Madras Road makes it easily connected to workplaces within a short radius.

A few apartments are available in this ready to move in gated community which offers lush green tree-lined avenues with waterfront promenades, that can be equally enjoyed by you and your pet for leisure, interaction as well as socialization.

The homes here are further supplemented with unique shopping experiences, high-grade amenities as well as graceful views of the surrounding serene lakes and open green vistas.

Rise of pet cafes in and around Whitefield

Living in Bangalore with pets have become more convenient as more and more eateries are now allowing pets inside too.

In Whitefield, there are the ‘Fat Chef’ and ‘Chez Mariannick’ eateries which offer eating spaces along with your pets, aside from the awesome continental delicacies. So now you don’t have to go home to sad soulful eyes after a dinner outing as your pets get to go with you!

Some like the ‘Bite Me Cupcakes’ in Indira Nagar even offers ‘pupcakes’ for your four-legged friends! Other nearby pubs and cafes in Indira Nagar include the ‘Toit’ and ‘Spoonful of Sugar’ are also pet-friendly with outdoor eating areas where you can hobnob with your four-legged friends as you while away the evening.

Disclaimer: We do not promote these cafes in any way, but appreciate their pet-friendly policies!

When you talk about Whitefield, what usually comes to your mind is sprawling malls, gigantic techparks and residential complexes. Contrary to all that there is also a greener side of Whitefield which is filled with many green zones that include lakes, parks and farmlands which are remnants of the Whitefield of the 80s and early 90s. These will surely inspire you to go on picnic-filled weekends!

Staying in Whitefield gives plenty of options to de-stress as it is surrounded by around eight lakes. Birds, especially migratory birds, flock around these water bodies making it a rather entertaining evening for your family. Here are a few must visit in and around Whitefield.

Yele Mallapa Setty Lake

Close to our maiden project, the Fortius Waterscape, lies one of the most pristine lakes in Bangalore. It is also one of the largest fresh water lakes (260 acres) in Bangalore. It invites hordes of migratory birds every year. The vantage location with unhindered views is a key feature of Waterscape. Discover lakefront living at Fortius Waterscape in this article.

You can also pick a watersport as a hobby when living at Fortius Waterscape thanks to the proposed plans for this lake by the Kayaking and Canoeing Association of Karnataka. Parts of the Yele Mallappa Setty lake is proposed to be used for training paddlers and rowers.

Read about this here.

Chinnappanahalli Lake Park (AESC Layout)

The well-maintained lake is surrounded by a track which is around 800 meters and is well paved with cement bricks making it an ideal route for walking or jogging. The lake itself houses 2 small islands that are always occupied by different varieties of birds. There is also a children’s park adjacent to the garden. The garden is a popular spot amongst many for yoga and relaxation.

Kaikondrahalli Lake Park

This lake is tucked into the neighbourhood of Sarjapur road and is frequented by people of all ages for morning and evening walks. It is home to many migratory birds and one could visit it to capture some great pictures of birds. Be careful while walking or jogging here as there is also a good snake population here which sometimes can be seen slithering across the pathways. The pathway around the lake is around 2 km and is a paradise for fitness enthusiasts.

Pet-Friendly Cafe

Want to go out with your dog? Or are you looking for a different cafe experience? Then the dog-friendly café in Whitefield will surely catch your attention. TherPup is in Whitefield is a cafe with a big yard to its credit. Known for its quick bites and friendly dog companions, you can also bring along your dog for a treat at this cafe.

Live the idyllic life by staying at Fortius Waterscape near Whitefield (now ready to move in!). It offers a serene view of the Yele Mallappa Shetty Lake that houses many migratory birds all year round!

And to top it all – our apartments offer more than conventional standards of living and 80% open space.

Disclaimer: We at Fortius Infra do not directly endorse any of other brands. Our objective is for you to always have a pleasant experience.

We were thrilled to have Indian the Indian Green Building Council, (IGBC) team visiting Fortius Waterscape a month ago. The team was guided through all our efforts and green concepts that were adopted by us right from the design concept beginning stage.

The IGBC team studied the measures that we have taken considered all our efforts regarding water conservation, efficient energy use, efficient handling of household waste and reduced dependence on fossil fuels and virgin materials. They were also impressed by the fact that we had retained had retained almost all the original environment (local trees) around our complex. For all our ongoing efforts, they have honored us with the prestigious IGBC Gold Certificate.

Fortius Waterscape is an IGBC Certified Green Building

For IGBC certification, Fortius Waterscape had to fulfill five non-negotiable categories. These are based on:

• Site selection and planning
• Water efficiency
• Energy efficiency
• Materials and resources
• Indoor environmental quality

An additional category on innovation and design process is also included in the certification procedure. It’s a matter of great pride that Fortius Waterscape has been able to achieve the best possible result in these categories.

More Lung Space:

Out of a total site area of 9917.27 sq meters, about 2176 sq meters has been retained with its natural topography undisturbed. Credits have also been received for 77.32% of exposed non-roof impervious area covered with high-reflective materials and vegetation.

Better Ventilation:

The project also provides efficient exhaust systems in the kitchens and bathrooms, meeting the minimal air-flow rates. An appropriate efficient rainwater harvesting system has also been installed that can collect 100% of the run-off from roof and non-roof areas.

Nothing Wasted:

Important credits were also attained for an efficient sewage treatment plant that would reuse 100% of the waste water generated onsite for activities including landscaping and flushing. With diminishing water bodies, efficient usage of water is a highly desirable criterion. An organic waste composter for 100% management of solid organic waste generated also met the credit requirements by the IGBC.

The use of low VOC materials, paints and adhesives have been approved by the body as well as fresh air ventilation, cross-ventilation and building flush out narratives. A day-light simulation report which shows that the project will receive minimum daylight in 75% of the regularly occupied areas also meets mandatory day-lighting requirements.

All this and more has allowed the Fortius Waterscape project to achieve the highly-coveted Gold certificate from the IGBC. And what’s more, these green apartments have received their OC and are ready-to-move-in, so do check out these prized homes!

With all the changes in real estate sector last year, things are now finally beginning to settle down for the real estate scenario in India. People who were earlier sitting on the fence undecided where to invest are now finally crossing over and getting back into the investment mode.

Real Estate Investment and the Role of GST

While the purpose of GST (goods and services tax) was to bring in greater efficiency and transparency in the entire tax system, its implementation saw its fair share of teething problems. In the long run, GST is touted to become a booster for the Indian economy, contributing about 13% to the GDP through the real estate sector alone, by 2028. Though this figure might look a little Utopian, for the time being, it is believed to be attainable as numerous other reforms are further poised to be implemented in this industry as well.

It has been proposed that prices of apartments might fall by up to 3% under the new GST regime. While the tax rate on under-construction buildings is supposed to be 18%, the effective rate applicable is only 12% – as one-third of the tax is deducted from the common land value.

The developers tend to benefit too with the cost of logistics and important raw materials like steel and sand decreasing, thus bringing down overall construction costs. This benefit has to be shared with the home buyers as per the new regulations.

However, while developers stand to benefit from projects that are in the under-construction stage, they get to bear the tax burden when it comes to selling their backlog of ready-to-move-in apartments that are out of the ambit of the GST.

The Right Time to Invest is NOW

For those of you who have been sitting fence-gazing till now, this is the best time to hop in and invest in ready-to-move-in homes. There is no waiting period; banks are giving good deals on home loans and there is a surplus in the supply of homes.

Make hay while the sun shines and invest in property that is ready-to-move-in such as Fortius Waterscape(OC Received)! The project is located in Whitefield, East Bangalore is close to all amenities such as schools, malls, office parks and hospitals. Plus, there are loads of in-house amenities.

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People living in East Bangalore are now experiencing the transition in terms of infrastructural developments. They are witnessing improvement to the existing infrastructure. The work on Namma Metro is fast progressing, and so are the road expansions. The downside of all these developments is of course the pollution and traffic congestion which the authorities assure are short term challenges.

Expanding Roadways

Two critical roads to Whitefield i.e., the KR Puram-Graphite India stretch and the Jayadeva Institute-Central Silk Board stretch on the Outer Ring Road are being barricaded, piled and widened to make room for Namma Metro.

The Old Airport Road is also under development since the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) are planning underpasses at HAL, ISRO and Kundanahalli gate junctions. The BBMP is simultaneously working on white-topping of 50 roads which includes stretches of Outer Ring Road in East Bangalore.

Namma Metro garnering steam

The Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation (BMRCL) which looks at Namma Metro Phase II implementation has made significant headway in starting with road-widening and piling work especially on the stretch between Baiyappanahalli and Whitefield, ITD Cementation India.

The BMRCL has claimed that they are moving as per schedule with the acquisition processes. They are acquiring around 78 acres of land on the 15.25-km Reach 1 extension of which 45 acres of land belongs to the Forest Department. The BMRCL hopes to acquire and develop metro stations, depots and in the long run, utilize some of the land for commercial development as well.

Suburban Trains to the rescue of Whitefield Residents

Since metro and road widening works are pursued simultaneously, there is much traffic congestion for the Whitefield residents, but they are taking to suburban trains as a way out.

Members of Whitefield Rising, a group of active residents, met senior railway officials in the Bengaluru division seeking more suburban trains through Whitefield. They submitted a memorandum to the divisional railway manager pushing for trains from 6 pm to 10 pm which much required for commuters.

If you are someone who likes to be in a quieter, more connected part of Bangalore, do explore our OC received, ready to move in apartments.