1. Define Your Goals: Are you looking for rental income, capital appreciation, or a future home base in India? Knowing your goals will guide your property selection.
   
   
2. Location is Key: Research high-growth areas with good infrastructure, potential for development, and strong rental demand. Consider tier-2 and tier-3 cities alongside metros for potentially higher yields.
   
   
3. Property Type Selection: Evaluate residential apartments, commercial spaces, or even second homes in locations that are popular with tourists, based on your goals and risk tolerance.
   
   
4. Reputable Developer: Choose an established developer with a proven track record for quality construction, timely project completion, and transparent dealings.
   
   
5. RERA Registration: Invest / Purchase properties in projects that are registered with RERA Authority to safeguard your investments. 
   
   
6. Due Diligence is Essential: Conduct thorough legal and property verification to ensure clear titles, permissions, and no underlying disputes. Utilize a trusted lawyer specializing in NRI real estate transactions.
   
   
7. NRE and NRO Accounts: Understand the nuances of NRE (Non-Resident External) and NRO (Non-Resident Ordinary) accounts for managing funds and repatriation of investment proceeds as per RBI regulations.
   
   
8. Tax Planning: Seek professional advice to understand tax implications on rental income, capital gains, and property ownership for NRIs.
   
   
9. Experienced Real Estate Agent: Hire a reputed and RERA-registered real estate agent who can share market trends, property prices and future developments in the area you are interested in, and guide you properly.

    

         With the right approach, you can leverage this opportunity to achieve your financial goals and reconnect with your homeland.