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Why Indian families are making Fulton & Fifth their permanent UK home
Property investment | 05.07.2026 | Sushant Ohri
When buying property in London, for Indian families today, the question is rarely about returns alone. It is about having a real foothold in a city that opens doors: access to the world's top universities, proximity to global business networks and a lifestyle that holds its value across generations. London has always meant something beyond bricks and mortar. That is...
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How Indian investors build a global property portfolio in Dubai
Property investment | 20.06.2026 | Sushant Ohri
For a long time, the idea of owning property abroad felt foreign to many; a second home in London, maybe a flat in Singapore. Dubai has quietly and strategically changed that thinking. Today, many Indians from across the spectrum, HNIs, NRIs and salaried professionals in their mid-30s with a disciplined savings habit, are buying apartments and villas in Dubai with...
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London property investment - best buy-to-let areas for Indian investors in 2026
Property investment | 15.06.2026 | Sushant Ohri
Buyers from India have become a significant and growing presence in London's property market. This trend reflects long-term financial planning and a growing appetite among Indian investors for global diversification. It also reflects a clear understanding of what London offers: stability, consistent rental demand, legal transparency and long-term capital preservation. Where many investors often go wrong is understanding which postcode...
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How overseas real estate protects wealth during economic uncertainty
Property advice | 04.06.2026 | Sushant Ohri
There is a question that comes up more often in wealth conversations now than it did five years ago: what happens to your money if things get worse before they get better? For discerning Indian investors, the question is no longer abstract. The rupee has weakened steadily, equity markets have seen significant foreign institutional outflows and global trade tensions, including...
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Why Shepherd’s Bush is the ultimate London base for Indian students and families
Property investment | 18.05.2026 | Sushant Ohri
For many Indian families, buying property in London is no longer just about accommodation during university years. It is a strategic decision that balances education, lifestyle, safety and long-term capital growth. Shepherd’s Bush is increasingly where many of these buyers are choosing to focus. For those looking to buy a flat in Shepherd’s Bush London, this area combines solid connectivity,...
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How buying a London home supports your child’s degree
Property investment | 24.04.2026 | Sushant Ohri
For many Indian families, the decision to send their child to London is already carefully planned. The university is finalised and the costs are clearly understood. Housing is often treated as a running cost and this is where the decision can be improved. Instead of paying rent for three to five years, many Indian families are now increasingly opting to...
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Dubai’s property market - Resilience backed by straight facts
UAE property market | 09.04.2026 | Sushant Ohri
Dubai's real estate market has undergone a significant transformation over the years. What was once seen as a fast-paced, speculative market is now a well-regulated and globally trusted investment hub. While "resilience" is often the term used to define it, the real story lies in how the market has adapted through strong regulations and smarter investment behaviour. At present, the...
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Schedule FA ITR instructions - Why are overseas asset owners receiving notices?
Property advice | 23.03.2026 | Sushant Ohri
Over the past few months, many Indian taxpayers have received emails flagged as High Value Transaction alerts or compliance reminders from the Income Tax Department. These notifications can resemble a notice of undisclosed foreign income or a query regarding overseas assets not reflected in their Income Tax Return (ITR). These notices are not limited to ultra-high-net-worth individuals. Salaried professionals who...
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Sending money from India to the UK and UAE in 2026: LRS limits and TCS explained
Property advice | 02.03.2026 | Sushant Ohri
You can travel visa-free; however, your money can’t. Every rupee that leaves India requires permission. This permission is known as the Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS). If you are sending money for tuition to London, funding living expenses in the US, buying your first apartment in Canary Wharf or diversifying into US equities like Apple or the S&P 500, the LRS...
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Why are more Indians buying off-plan apartments in London?
UK property | 05.02.2026 | Sushant Ohri
This piece explains why more Indians are opting for off-plan apartment investment in London and how factors like education planning, flexible payment schemes and long-term investment goals shape this trend. It also covers how parents strategically use property ownership to manage student housing costs and how off-plan purchases boost capital growth during construction. You will also find the list of...
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How many people can legally live in your rental?
Property advice | 08.01.2026 | Sushant Ohri
House-sharing has been a part of London life; however, rising rents have pushed more people into tighter living arrangements than ever before. As a result, the UK rental overcrowding rules are being tested more frequently, often without tenants and landlords realising they’ve crossed the occupancy threshold. Many landlords are made aware of the issue when a council inspection lands on...
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Why Marylebone is the ultimate London address for university students
Property advice | 30.12.2025 | Sushant Ohri
For Indian parents sending their child overseas, choosing where they live matters just as much as where they study. In London, selected neighbourhoods strike the perfect balance between safety, connectivity, academic focus and long-term investment value. However, Marylebone does, quietly, consistently and without any compromise. From a property perspective, Marylebone stands out as a measured choice. If you are a...
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Landlord vs tenant - Who pays for burglary damage in a rented property?
Property advice | 09.12.2025 | Sushant Ohri
Burglaries are unsettling. Beyond the emotional shock, there is a practical question that eventually all landlords and tenants need to clear: ‘Who is responsible for the damage caused by a break-in?’ In the UK rental system, this isn’t just a moral dilemma; it is defined by legal responsibility and insurance frameworks. At Benham and Reeves, we often advise London landlords...
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UK Autumn Statement 2025 - Five predictions for Indian property investors
London property market | 12.11.2025 | Sushant Ohri
Why this budget matters to you The UK Autumn Statement will be announced on November 26. With this Budget, the Treasury is under pressure to close a large fiscal shortfall. Most commentators and analysts are talking about a gap of tens of billions of pounds. It is roughly at a scale that is forcing the government to look at stealth & wealth...
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Why Reading Riverworks is perfect for first-time Indian investors
Property investment | 03.11.2025 | Sushant Ohri
Almost every Indian investor desires to own a property in London. But what if you could get the thriving London lifestyle, complete with riverside views, effortless connectivity and strong yields, all at nearly half the price? This is what Reading Riverworks offers. A few years ago, Reading was considered a simple commuter town. Today, it has wonderfully transformed itself into...
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What happens when you put a property in a Trust?
Property advice | 15.10.2025 | Sushant Ohri
For many Indian investors eyeing London property, legacy planning is, with time, becoming as important as capital growth. One of the most effective tools to achieve this is the use of a Trust. Trusts are often associated with ultra-wealthy families. However, in reality, they are a versatile tool for any investor with property assets. As an Indian investor and homeowner...
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How political and economic changes impact London property prices
London property market | 17.09.2025 | Sushant Ohri
If there is one factor in the world of the property market that doesn’t stand still, it is the market. There is always some sort of ongoing political debate, economic shifts, fluctuations with the currency – factors impact the real estate landscape, influence prices and investor appeal. Discerning Indian property investors eyeing opportunities in London may be wondering how these...
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What makes Dubai’s waterfront properties a top luxury pick?
UAE property market | 21.08.2025 | Sushant Ohri
Over the past few years, Indian property investors have rapidly emerged as a dominant group in global property markets. The numbers are particularly higher in locations that offer capital security and lifestyle value. While London continues to stand as a cornerstone for Indian capital, Dubai is swiftly becoming the next preferred destination for discerning investors, more specifically, waterfront Dubai properties....
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The rise of off-plan property investments in the UAE
Property investment | 11.07.2025 | Sushant Ohri
The off-plan property market in the UAE is transforming the way global investors, especially Indian buyers, diversify their portfolios. Savvy real estate buyers have started grabbing strategic off-plan opportunities in Dubai even before the first brick is laid. This phenomenon is triggered by advantages such as excellent return on investments, long-term residency benefits and a front-row seat to one of...
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How Inflation & interest rates are affecting the UK housing market
London property market | 30.06.2025 | Sushant Ohri
If you are considering buying a property in London from India, it’s important you keep yourself updated with the United Kingdom’s dynamic economic factors. These include fluctuating inflation and interest rates — as they primarily reshape the UK real estate landscape, especially in London. Within this blog, we cover how inflation shifts and interest rate cuts play a major role...
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