Where to invest in Real Estate in 2026? |Ft. Vishal Bhargava |Sanjay Kathuria Podcast EP15

Real Estate Masterclass: Rent vs Buy, RERA & Hidden Scams | Vishal Bhargav | SKP EP15

In this episode of the Sanjay Kathuria Podcast, we sit down with Vishal Bhargav, Chief Business Officer at Snapnews Media Holdings, to decode India’s real estate truth — from Gurgaon’s market correction to Mumbai’s ultra-luxury boom.

With years of experience studying property trends and investment patterns across India, Vishal reveals the insider secrets of developers, traders, and investors — sharing how cities like Mumbai, Bangalore, and NCR are evolving and where the real opportunities lie in 2025.

He also breaks down the Rent vs Buy dilemma for the Indian middle class, uncovers hidden risks in bank auctions, explains RERA’s limitations, and offers a complete home-buying checklist to protect yourself from scams.

If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s better to buy a home or continue renting, this is the ultimate real estate masterclass you can’t afford to miss.

What You’ll Learn

1. Gurgaon Real Estate – Is a correction coming?
2. Rent vs Buy: The Middle-Class Dilemma
3. Hidden risks in Bank Auctions
4. RERA’s real limitations & weak enforcement
5. Smart home-buying checklist for 2025
6. Mistakes NRIs make while investing in India

🎬 Timestamps

00:00 – Podcast Teaser
01:38 – Guest Intro – Vishal Bhargav
02:11 – Mumbai vs Bangalore vs NCR
03:34 – Trader Activity in NCR (65–70%)
06:14 – Examples of Trader Overexposure
09:36 – Gurgaon Price Correction Warning
11:24 – Time Correction vs Price Cut
14:08 – Product Over Location (Mumbai Case Study)
16:31 – Upgrades Within Same Location
17:23 – Ultra-Luxury Buyer Psychology
23:11 – Early 2000s Growth Drivers
27:23 – Who Benefits from FSI/TDR Changes
30:53 – Buyer Due Diligence Failures
39:27 – When Developers Rely on Traders
48:42 – Bank Auctions Hidden Risks
51:02 – RERA: Wins but Weak Enforcement
58:48 – Stamp Duty Possession Argument
01:03:05 – Cities in Bubble vs Growth
01:11:22 – Rent vs Buy Advice for Middle Class
01:19:35 – NRI Investing Mistakes to Avoid
01:23:16 – Digital Nomads & New Cities
01:27:23 – Vishal’s Personal Home Lesson
01:32:47 – Developer Trust Wins Market

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⚠️ Disclaimer:
This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. The opinions shared are personal views of the guests and host. Always consult a certified real estate or financial advisor before making investment decisions.