Property & Home Buying Calculators

Make informed decisions about real estate. Compare the financial outcomes of renting vs buying over time, find your maximum realistic house purchase price, or estimate state-specific stamp duty and registration fees.

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Home Affordability Calculator

Max affordable property value

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Rent-vs-Buy Calculator

Year-by-year cash comparison

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Stamp Duty Calculator

State-wise property duty

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Property Guides & Data Studies

Should You Prepay Your Home Loan or Invest?

Compare the math of prepaying 8.5% interest debt vs investing in 12% SIP mutual funds.

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Stamp Duty Across Indian States: Full 2026 Comparison

A detailed comparison study showing state-wise stamp duty rates, registration fees, and female concessions.

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Rent vs Buy in India: The Real Math

Understand how property appreciation, EMIs, rent inflation, and opportunity cost impact your housing decisions.

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How Much House Can You Afford?

Calculate your maximum property budget based on income, savings, and transaction costs.

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Buying Property in India: Costs, Taxes & Process

Our complete pillar guide detailing stamp duty, GST, tax breaks, and legal check processes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it better to rent or buy a house in India?

Buying builds an asset that appreciates, but renting is cheaper month-on-month, allowing you to invest the difference. Ganakam compares the compounded net worth of both paths over a set horizon to show you the breakeven year.

How much home loan can I afford?

Lenders typically cap monthly EMIs at 50% of your net monthly income (FOIR). Your home affordability depends on your income, existing loans, down payment, and state-specific stamp duty and registration fees.