Property or mutual funds: Where should your money go?

Recently, one of our readers reached out with a query. Having inherited property from his deceased father, he wanted to know if selling it off and investing the money in mutual funds would be wise. Choosing to invest in real estate versus financial assets is a dilemma that many Indian investors face. Yet, upon comparing the returns and a few other factors, the scales tip in favour of financial assets. As per the graph, real estate has delivered an average annual yield of 7-10.3 per cent over the last seven years, across major cities in India. Having said that, these returns can vary widely depending on the location. More im

This article was originally published on January 23, 2024.