India, Sept. 20 -- US president Donald Trump's $100,000 H1B visa fee has sparked heated debate over its potential impact on Indian real estate. On X (formerly Twitter) and Reddit, opinions are divided with some users saying that it could trigger India's 'biggest real estate boom yet,' while others argue returning NRIs will play it safe, preserving capital rather than investing in property.

Real estate experts say that residential demand is unlikely to spike immediately, as many returning NRIs may rely on parents' homes or savings while seeking new opportunities. The more immediate impact could be on commercial real estate. Large companies may expand Indian offices to accommodate affected employees, and a shortage of space could drive dem...