Real estate investment has been booming and has been proved helpful to multiply your wealth. It has been recognized as an investment opportunity which yields higher than others in recent years. In India, the real estate market is at its zenith and appealing maximum investors also from abroad. Here are the reasons you should invest in real estate in India. Highest Return – As compared to bonds and stocks, real estate gives more assured and higher returns. Over the past couple of years, real estate market has given around 10 to 12 percent of return and it is about to fetch even more in future. Tax Advantages – On real estate investment, you can enjoy great tax benefits from interest on home loan and from exemption on investing again on sales proceeds in credible avenues. Great Demand – As per the report on Housing Shortage Estimation, shortage of around 26 million houses has been estimated during 11th Five Year Plan (i.e. from 2007 to 2012). It shows great demand in future for residential properties and providing great opportunities for investors. Instant Funding – Several financial institutions and banks such as DHFL Venture, Kotak Mahindra, ICICI, and HDFC Property Fund etc. are raising funds for realty development to the developers and builders for the construction purpose. Enhanced Cash Flow – Because of inflation, rent basically increases and payment of mortgage stays intact. It enhances cash flow and one can enjoy higher income from rent than expenses to hold the property. The demand has been enhanced by the renters. Higher Appreciation Rate – Normally the rent of properties increases in value because of inflation. Because of enhanced value, reinvestment and sale can be made in properties of higher value. For higher returns in real estate investment, this value component is historically proven. Government Support – Several progressive measures have been taken by the government that will increase demand of commercial and residential property and deliver higher return. 100% FDI investment is permitted for SEZ development as per the SEZ Policy and SEZ Act 2005. 100% FDI is also allotted in housing, townships, construction and infrastructure development as per the