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Ways and means for the infrastructure boom 
Is the borrower in a debt trap?For the Indian banks, granting a loan to purchase or build a house was taboo in the 70s and even 80s. Subsequently, when the home credit got the `priority' tag, banks vied with each other in wooing prospective borrowers by offering liberal terms, ... Service tax on rent, a dent on real estate The new levy is affecting the rental market Choosing the right paint for the walls One needs a thorough understanding of the materials used and the different surfaces over which they are applied The world of chandeliers Chandeliers can add a rich, luxurious dimension to large rooms and halls. But they cost a bit. 
A legacy rooted in simplicityLaurie Baker influenced a movement of honest architecture, not only in Kerala but also in the entire country. He had a legion of architects popularising his methods, although he was sceptical about the work of some of them, who used "low-cost" more a s label than as value. Butter them up with colours How about having a blend of the most colourful of flora and fauna? With a bit of imagination, you can have a daily `tryst' with the beautiful winged visitors - butterflies -- right in your backyard, garden or even balcony. One does not have ... Checking cost escalation Architects say wasteful expenditure in construction can be reduced by choosing building materials wisely. Eye on rates Parking space, are you kidding? High on the worry list of many people is parking, that is, after more pressing issues such as water supply, road safety and school admission. Normally, it is said, you check if your vehicle has air and fuel before venturing out, but more ...
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