A building is a long-running service Real estate discussions often begin with location and sale price. For residents and business tenants, the daily experience also depends on water, access, maintenance, security and predictable charges. Developers and operators in BRICS cities can create value by treating these services as part of the product from the start. A well-marketed building may struggle to retain occupants if its operating costs are poorly understood or its essential systems fail repeatedly. A World Bank report on India's cities links urban growth with the need for resilient development and housing. Its long-term projections are planning context, not proof of demand for a particular property. [World Bank urban…