Mr. Nasir Gondal’s Honest Advice on Business

A labourer in Makkah wrote a simple comment. After 18 years abroad, he wants to come home, open a business, and find an affordable shop. Real estate consultant Nasir Gondal answered him publicly. His advice helps anyone planning to start a business in Pakistan after Saudi Arabia.

 

The Question Behind the Comment

Many overseas workers share this dream. They save for years, then return with one big goal. Gondal says the first mistake is rushing. A shop is only half the plan. The other half is knowing what to sell and to whom.

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What Gondal suggests

1

 Learn the business before spending money

2

 Use your Saudi experience if it fits
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Keep savings safe in the bank while you learn
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Choose a shop in a growing area
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Open only after you understand customers

 

Mr. Nasir Gondal’s 3 Rules for Returning Workers

  1. Do not follow hearsay. People often say a mobile shop, hardware store or electrical shop earns big profits. Gondal warns against choosing a business only because someone said so. A trend does not guarantee your success.
  2. Use the skills you already have. If you worked in a certain trade in Saudi Arabia, build on it. That experience gives you a real head start.
  3. Learn first if the field is new. Gondal suggests working at a similar shop or joining an existing business. Even six months teaches a lot. Customers, work culture and society differ between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan. Meanwhile, keep your savings in the bank. Invest once you understand the business.

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Why Faisal Hills Is on His List

Gondal’s team runs a project called ZN Tower in Faisal Hills, Islamabad. He gives three reasons it suits small businesses.

  • Location: He rates ZN Tower’s location as very good.
  • Growth: Faisal Hills is developing and filling with residents fast. Faisal Town I and Faisal Hills together have impacted over 1.5 million lives, with more than 130,000 residential and 60,000 commercial units.
  • Price trend: Zameen’s index put the average Faisal Hills plot at about PKR 90.6 lakh in July 2026, up 19% over one year. That figure covers plots, not shops, so compare live shop listings too.

For buyers looking at shops for sale in Faisal Hills, this mix of location and growth matters. More residents usually mean more daily customers.

 

ZN Tower: Where Things Stand

According to Gondal, ZN Tower’s commercial area was finished three to four months ago, and possession has started. He says the team aims to complete the upper-floor apartments in the next two to three months, InshaAllah, and then hand them over. He describes the building as completed to a good standard.

Shops and offices are available through resale, so a buyer like Brother Shakeel can choose an affordable shop in Islamabad without waiting for a new launch.

 

Free Promotion for Business Owners

Gondal also thanked the buyers who already opened shops or offices in ZN Tower. He made them a promise. Whenever he visits, he will also visit their businesses and promote them for free on his social media pages. Owners can send him their business details to publish. He says the pages have good reach and are growing.

 

Help With Tenants

Not every investor wants to run a shop. For those who bought apartments, shops or offices, Gondal says his team will work to find tenants. He also plans to offer rental services for shop owners, InshaAllah. This helps overseas buyers who cannot manage a property from far away. It also suits commercial property for overseas Pakistanis who want income without daily work.

 

Before You Decide

  • Visit the site and see the finished work yourself.
  • Ask for the exact price, payment plan and possession status in writing.
  • Check the legal papers before paying.
  • Compare at least three shops in different projects.
  • Remember that every business carries risk. This is general information, not financial advice.

 

Conclusion

Mr. Nasir Gondal’s message to Brother Shakeel is warm and clear: you are welcome, but go slowly. To start a business in Pakistan after Saudi Arabia, learn the work, protect your savings, and choose a location with real customer flow. Then buy your shop with open eyes.

 

FAQs

  1. Can I start a business in Pakistan after Saudi Arabia with small savings?
    Yes, but start with a business you understand. Gondal advises learning first and keeping savings safe until you are ready.
  2. Should I copy a popular business idea?
    No. Hearsay is a weak guide. Study the market and customers before you spend money.
  3. Is ZN Tower ready?
    According to Gondal, the commercial area was completed three to four months ago and possession has begun. Apartments on the upper floors are targeted in the next two to three months.
  4. Can I buy a resale shop in ZN Tower?
    Yes. Gondal says resale shops and apartments are available. Contact his team for current options.
  5. Can I rent a shop instead of buying?
    Yes. His team can help with rentals, and it plans rental services for owners who need tenants.

Ready to see ZN Tower in person? Contact Nasir Gondal’s team for a free consultation.

 

Last updated: October 28th, 2026
Reviewed by: Nasir Gondal, Real Estate Consultant, 23+ years in Islamabad real estate