The study also shows that the increase in property rates coupled with higher interest costs have resulted in the negative impact on the affordability index which measures the ratio of rates of property to the net annual income of borrowers or purchasers of the property, the index is still at 5.2, which favors well comparable to other developing nations. The changing profile of the buyers in the Indian property scenario is also changing for a positive. The average age of Indian property buyers and borrowers is reducing. This means a longer repayment period and consequently an ability to borrow a higher amount of home loan. With increasing disposable income, and a trend of double income families gaining ground, the scene was never so good for the sector.

Various mortgage and housing loan companies are offering attractive packages to borrowers to enable them to buy properties. The growth is seen not only in A class cities and metropolitans but also at smaller cities and towns. The documentation procedure is also streamlined and is hassle free to a great extent. While it is possible that the Indian mortgage sector may see some correction in the shorter to medium time range because of the dream run witnessed during last 5 years or so, the scene looks bright for long term investors and those who are planning to buy property for personal use. The rental incomes are also increasing and offer good returns for those who want to purchase the property for investment purposes. 

While those who have still not purchased the property may think that they have missed the bus, there is no point in repenting. The interest rate scenario is yet to be stabilized especially after a spate of hikes announced by most of the housing loan companies in recent times. So it may be a good idea to wait for a little more period and then look for direction both in terms of property prices and which way the interest rates move in the longer run. No doubt an increase in interest rates causes your home loan installments to go up or increase in the tenure of your home loan with the same monthly installment.

Another factor to be considered especially now is the reputation of builders and their commitment to quality and timely possession seen on the basis of his past record. It is expected that over a longer period of time, the property developed by quality builders is expected to experience a higher appreciation. Thus premium is being paid to quality construction and services.