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Legal and Taxes6 min read

FBR Property Valuation Rates and Withholding Tax: Complete 2026 Guide

Understanding Section 7E, advance tax on filers vs non-filers, and how revised FBR valuation tables impact sale deed registrations across major cities.

Sample contributor: Tariq Mehmood

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Construction8 min read

Cost of Building a 5 Marla & 10 Marla House in Pakistan (2026 Breakdown)

A realistic material and labor estimate covering grey structure and turnkey finishing costs for single and double-story homes.

Sample article · Engr. Salman Farooq

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Market Trends5 min read

Where Real Estate Prices Grew Fastest in Islamabad and Lahore (12-Month Review)

Analysis of verified transaction trends, infrastructure completions, and the top-performing sectors delivering 10%+ capital appreciation.

Sample article · Zainab Shah

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Buying Guide7 min read

How to Verify Property Ownership and Registry in Punjab and Sindh

Step-by-step checklist for checking computerized Fard records, Aks Shajra, NOC approvals, and sub-registrar transfer registries before handing over earnest money.

Sample article · Tariq Mehmood

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News4 min read

State Bank Monetary Easing: Housing Loans and Roshan Apna Ghar See Inflow

Commercial banks reduce KIBOR-linked mortgage markup rates, sparking renewed demand for middle-class home financing in major urban centers.

Sample article · Asan Research Desk

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News4 min read

Islamabad and Rawalpindi Mega Infrastructure Projects Nearing Completion

Update on the Rawalpindi Ring Road, Margalla Avenue extension, and new bypass routes transforming travel times across the Twin Cities.

Sample article · Asan Research Desk

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Investment6 min read

Apartment Living vs Independent House: Which Yields Better Rental Returns?

Comparing gross rental yields, maintenance overhead, tenant turnover, and capital appreciation for flats in Clifton vs houses in DHA.

Sample article · Zainab Shah

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Buying Guide5 min read

Does Installing a Solar Net-Metering System Boost Property Resale Value?

How 10kW and 15kW on-grid solar systems have become a decisive selling point in Pakistani residential real estate.

Sample article · Engr. Salman Farooq

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