{
  "id": 5819628,
  "title": "Second homes, lifestyle upgrades fuel interest at property expo",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/05/second-homes-lifestyle-upgrades-fuel-interest-at-property-expo",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-09-05T19:30:20.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Hindu",
    "slug": "the-hindu",
    "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/tamil-nadu/second-homes-lifestyle-upgrades-fuel-interest-at-property-expo/article71432227.ece"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Hindu Property Expo 2026, held at the Chennai Trade Centre, showcased a variety of real estate projects to attract buyers and investors from different segments and price points. The event, presented by Bank of Baroda, ran from September 5 and remained open on Sunday. Over 200 projects from more than 45 developers were on display. Mehul H. Doshi, president of CREDAI Chennai and Director of Doshi Housing Pvt. Ltd, emphasized the usefulness of such events for potential homebuyers seeking to compare various options.\n\nRavindra Rai M., Chief Growth Officer at Bank of Baroda, highlighted the bank's partnership in the expo, which includes competitive interest rates, concessions for women and Gen Z customers, and the new home loan scheme bob Swabhoomi for plot purchases, among additional perks. The timing of the expo, just before the festive season, was deemed ideal, offering a comprehensive solution for homebuyers in Chennai.\n\nYoung women were among the exhibition's most prominent visitors, with many exploring property options and considering investments. These women, mostly in their early 30s and involved in business ventures, were drawn to the expo by the opportunity to upgrade their homes to better suit their lifestyles. Farida Begum Mohammed, representing the sales team at Adityaram Group, noted that visitors were increasingly interested in purchasing second homes and appreciated easier online approvals. G Square Group's Akbar Basha R pointed out that the expo featured properties ranging from 1,000 to 1,200 square feet, catering to diverse consumer preferences. The expo drew over 4,000 attendees on its first day.",
  "summary": "Young women were among the prominent visitors at the expo, with many exploring property options and looking to make their own real estate investments",
  "key_points": [
    "Second homes and lifestyle upgrades drive buyer interest",
    "Over 200 projects from 45+ developers displayed",
    "Expo held before Chennai's festive season"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}