India, Nov. 7 -- As Bengaluru's once-thriving IT workforce grapples with layoffs, the rise of Artificial Intelligence, and weakening global demand, the dream of homeownership is being replaced by caution and fear. Even a sharp price correction may not be enough to draw tech professionals back into the housing market, according to prospective buyers and Reddit users.

Reddit discussions reveal a striking shift in sentiment, from 'when to buy' to 'why buy at all.' What was once seen as a sign of success, owning a home in a metro area, is now viewed as a financial trap in an era where even white-collar jobs no longer feel secure, they said.Also Read: Bengaluru real estate: Techies in IT capital are gradually migrating to Mysuru. Here's why ...