What: Brokers Please Excuse, real estate listings portal, visit www.brokerspleaseexcuse.com, no brokerage fee, listing free.

Why: Founded by a bunch of ex-Edelweiss employees, this new website aims to cut out the middle men for both landlords and leasers. Home free! Featuring a simple user interface and efficient customer service, Brokers Please Excuse also offers moving services within Mumbai and housekeeping facilities, where trained cleaners wielding top-of-the-line equipment invade your home every fortnight. We recommend their deep cleaning treatment, just in time for Diwali.

When: You want to do as you (p)lease.