● ABS Journal

Insights & perspectives.

Property, construction, investment and lifestyle insights from the ABS Developers journal.

12 articles

Buying Guide

How to Read a Property Layout Plan (Naqsha) Before Buying?

When purchasing property in Pakistan, a seller may show you a naqsha, floor plan, site plan, or society layout plan. These plans show different things, so you should know what you are looking at.

Market

Orange Line Metro’s Impact on Lahore Real Estate Prices

The Orange Line Metro’s impact on Lahore real estate prices can be significant because it makes it easier to travel to parts of Lahore.

Market

Lahore Ring Road: How It’s Changing Property Values Nearby

The Lahore Ring Road can affect property values by making travel around the city easier. It can help people reach main roads, business areas, and the airport.

Finance

Bank Home Financing vs Developer Installment Plans: Which Costs Less Long-Term?

Neither selection is always inexpensive. Bank home financing typically means paying the bank more through a markup, profit, or rental payments over a longer period.

Ownership

Property Insurance in Pakistan: Is It Worth It for Homeowners?

Property insurance can help homeowners cover major losses if a covered event damages their home or belongings.

Ownership

Apartment Maintenance and Service Charges Explained

Apartment maintenance, or service charges, are regular fees paid to maintain an apartment building’s shared areas and facilities.

Buying Guide

First-Time Home Buyer Mistakes to Avoid in Pakistan

Purchasing a home for the first time is a great financial decision. Minor mistakes can cause serious complications later.

Buying Guide

Difference Between a Housing Society and a Cooperative Housing Scheme in Pakistan

A housing society is a common term used for an intended residential area. A cooperative housing society has a specific structure in which members own and govern it together.

Buying Guide

File Possession vs Physical Possession: What Every Plot or Apartment Buyer Should Know

If you are purchasing property in Pakistan, file possession and physical possession are not the same.