Property guides, market news and buying tips for India. Plain-language research on buying, verifying and financing property in India.
A RERA registration number is the first thing to verify for any new project. Here's exactly what to look for on your state's RERA portal, and the red flags that should make you pause.
Two flats advertised at the same size can have very different usable space. Learn the three area terms builders use, how "loading" works, and how to calculate the real price you pay per usable square foot.
An encumbrance certificate shows the registered transactions on a property over a period of years. Here's how to read one, how to apply, and the important things an EC does not show.
The price on the cost sheet is rarely what you end up paying. Here's a line-by-line look at the taxes and charges on top of the base price, with a worked example.
Under-construction homes usually cost less and offer flexible payment plans; ready homes remove the risk of delay. Here's a side-by-side comparison to help you decide.
A site visit is your best chance to test the sales pitch against reality. Take this list of questions, and know what a good, and a worrying, answer sounds like.
Your loan amount is decided by two limits, your income and the property's value. Here's how lenders calculate both, with a worked example and tips to improve your eligibility.
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