FRACTIONAL OWNERSHIP MODEL
China drives away autonomous Tesla
Elon Musk envisions a future driven by self-driving cars and humanoid robots, potentially transforming Tesla into a trillion-dollar enterprise. However, uncertainties loom over Tesla's ability to deliver on these promises to both consumers and shareholders. Despite Musk's ambitious projections of unlocking ten times Tesla's current value through autonomous vehicles, Chinese competitors are advancing in key technologies like lane-navigation and battery economics.
Mumbai, Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru lead Small & Medium REIT investment prospects
India's fractional ownership property market is projected to grow over 10 times, exceeding $5 billion by 2030, driven by office assets suitable for Small and Medium REIT (SM REIT) investments. Mumbai and Delhi-NCR are top hotspots, with significant opportunities in tech markets. SM REITs offer investors professionally managed, rent-yielding assets.
Strata to apply for SM REITs license to broaden fractional ownership platform
Strata, India's top CRE investment platform, has applied for SM REITs license per SEBI regulations to migrate eligible assets and target Rs 2000 crore AUM by FY25. SEBI's 2023 FOP model for assets over Rs 50 crore expands opportunities, boosting investor trust. Strata aims to democratize CRE investment for retail investors.
Fractional ownership is expected to list over Rs 4,000 crore worth of existing AUM over the next 2-3 years
SEBI has recently issued guidelines for Small and Medium Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs), which are expected to facilitate the listing of a significant number of previously unregistered fraction ownership platforma (FOPs) like Strata, hBits PropertyShare, Assetmonk, Alyf, YOURS and WiseX dealing in real estate assets.
High Net Worth Individuals bets on fractional ownership of commercial real estate
Investors prefer fractional ownership in commercial real estate for diversification. SEBI guidelines enhance safety. Top locations include Bengaluru, Pune, Mumbai, Delhi NCR. Interest grows in stable real estate investments across India.
India's electric two wheeler industry faces uncertainty as subsidies decline
The e2w OEMs have to contend with lower financial support from the government in the next fiscal. They also have to face increasing competition from the petrol counterparts of the companies which have distribution and brand strength. These factors drive the e2w OEMs to launch products more affordable to prospective customers.
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Investors can now go for fractional ownership of rent-yielding realty assets
Investors can now have fractional ownership of rent-yielding real estate assets by making a minimum investment of Rs 10 lakh, with markets watchdog Sebi notifying the amended regulations for real estate investment trusts.
The transformative influence of new-age investors on future
The financial landscape for current new-age investors is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the emergence of a new generation of investors often referred to as "new-age investors."
Own a bit of a wind farm or solar park and make money every month from it
A clutch of alternative asset investment platforms are making it easier for retail investors to invest and contribute towards building a greener future.
Fractional ownership of property as investment tool to get boost from Sebi regulation: experts
Proptech platforms such as YOURS, ALYF, hBits, and WiseX are helping investors in having fractional ownership of primarily office and luxury holiday homes assets. Real estate consultants like Square Yards and 360 Realtors have also entered into this space. On Saturday, the Sebi board approved amendments to REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts) Regulations, 2014 in order to create a regulatory framework for the facilitation of Small and Medium REITs (SM REITs), with an asset value of at least Rs 50 crore vis-a-vis minimum asset value of Rs 500 crore for existing REITs.
Sebi nod for small, medium REITs to boost investments and liquidity
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) decision to establish regulatory guidelines for small and medium real estate investment trusts (SM REITs) is anticipated to enhance retail and institutional investor participation, institutionalize the segment, and attract increased capital from domestic and international investors. This regulatory framework is expected to instill confidence, fostering wider acceptance of the growing asset class and providing vital support to real estate developers seeking to monetize assets and inject liquidity into the sector.
Holiday home ownership platform Equity Address in talks to raise $2.5 million
Equity Address Private Limited is the parent company of two brands Equity Address, a tech enabled marketplace that modernizes real estate co-ownership in second homes and hospitality property management arm, The Venya, marketplace for holiday home rentals across the globe.
Fractional ownership platforms for property pitch suggestions to Sebi
Industry experts said that efforts be made to keep an optimal level of leverage so that the product becomes commercially viable. Yours and Equity Address, which offer fractional ownership of holiday homes, and Strata, which offers fractional ownership of office space and warehouses, are among property consultants that have submitted their suggestions to Sebi.
Leadership by fraction: The trend of fractional CXOs
Fractional CEOs are a new trend in leadership where experienced people with specialized skills choose to work with multiple companies instead of a single one. This model has been used for professional services such as law and audit for years, but the question today is can this be an option for hitherto dedicated leadership roles across domains? There are clear benefits for companies in terms of reduced cost and hiring errors, as well as the ability to build both depth and scale.
Crowdfunding for startups gets caught in regulatory glare
A ruling by the ministry of corporate affairs (MCA) has struck at the core of the modus operandi of several small companies to raise money using fintech platforms that connect businesses with investors. According to a March 1, 2023 order by the Registrar of Companies (RoC) of NCR, such fund mobilisation is a violation of private placement rules under the Companies Act.
Next time, plan a holiday home with friends
After the pandemic increased demand for holiday properties, many companies providing fractional ownership have stepped up to assist buyers in owning a luxury home for one-eighth of the cost of purchasing one outright.
India’s first Holiday Home fractional ownership platform ALYF raises $1.5 million in seed capital
Founded in June 2022 by Saurabh Vohara, the ex-business head of NoBroker, along with Karan Chandiok, co-founder and COO, ALYF is backed by successful start-up Founders such as Saurabh Garg, Amit Agarwal, Akhil Gupta, (Founders of NoBroker.com); Kunal Shah (Founder of CRED) and industry veterans like Juggy Marwaha, Vivek Chandy, Pradeep Lala, Apurva Salarpuria amongst others.
Indian real estate sector is seeing a new trend: Fractional ownership
While the concept of fractional ownership in real estate has been prevalent in the US and Europe for a long time, it is gaining momentum in India only now. In the past two-three years, many platforms have started listing office space and warehousing facilities for fractional ownership, but they are now moving to other asset classes too.
How technology innovation is helping real estate sector
The demand for digital transactions and virtual home-tours is at an all time high. 3D renders and virtual walk-throughs have become a standard offering from most of the top real estate developers in India.
Fintech firm RealX to offer fractional ownership of real estate
The investment platform enables investors to digitally invest in high yield, high return properties with blockchain-based registry.
hBits aims to end FY21 with Rs 100 crore in fractional real estate investment
hBits has signed a strategic partnership with SMC Real Estate Advisors to offer fractional ownership of commercial properties to more than 1.4 million investors.
Sebi issues consultation paper on differential voting rights
The paper has been issued pursuant to a report submitted by a Sebi-constituted group on Differential Voting Rights (DVR).
Aiana Hotels & Resorts signs pact to operate four new resorts in Karnataka
Scheduled to open in 2019, the first resort will house 100 villas spread on 45 acres of coffee plantation land in the district of Sakleshpur.
At Aiana Hotels, you can own a room with a view
Leela Group scion Amruda Nair's hotel management company Aiana Hotels & Resorts will offer fractional ownership to buyers at their hotel properties in India.
Managing talent
Discovery may mean that the individual has been revealed to be talented, has acquired a specific skill or has learnt a key piece of knowledge or information. It is often claimed that in such settings, talent requires strong incentives that are best provided by narrowfocused firms.
Inflation Immune: Is timeshare vacation a good option for buyers?
At a time when inflation has hit everything from your grocery bill to your lifestyle expenses, there’s one thing that comes with a promise of immunity: a holiday.
A look at three models of philanthro-capitalism
A market based approach to philanthropy, with one eye firmly on the bottom line, can be an effective way for entrepreneurs to meet their social goals. take a close look at three such models of philanthro-capitalism.
As jets lag, pre-paid model takes to the skies
Slowdown-hit jetliners offer fixed 25-hours 'all-expenses-included' flying package.
House That: Wanna share ownership?
Group RCI, the world’s largest provider of vacation timeshare exchange, plans to introduce shared ownership of expensive homes in India, in what it says is the first such initiative in India by a corporate.
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