GENERAL17 Sept 2026
Housing sentiment remains firm; festive demand to boost sales: Report
A new Colliers report says housing demand is holding firm. Half of prospective buyers plan to buy a home within two years. Rising construction material and labour costs, plus changing lifestyle wishes, are making buyers pickier. Affordability, unit size, connectivity and amenities now decide what sells. With festive demand expected to boost sales, builders can plan new launches and pricing with more confidence.
Key Statutory Highlights
- Colliers says 50 per cent of prospective buyers plan to purchase a home within two years.
- Affordability, unit size, connectivity and amenities are shaping homebuyer demand.
- Rising construction material and labour costs, along with evolving lifestyle aspirations, are prompting buyers to become more selective.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If you are a builder or a buyer, review your plans in light of what buyers now weigh most — affordability, unit size, connectivity and amenities — and speak to a professional before committing money or pricing.
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