Flat Buying Guide

Purchasing a home is one of the most important decisions and financial investments to make. It is a decision that holds immense important and emotional value to an individual’s life.

The process of purchasing the loan can involve various considerations and a suitable property selection can be like finding a needle in a haystack. Therefore, it becomes extremely important for you to be well-prepared and knowledgeable about the intricacies involved in the process.

From conducting thorough research to assessing financial implications, understanding these aspects can greatly contribute to a successful and fulfilling flat-buying experience.

However, to make things easier for you, here is the guide for buying a Flat that goes deep into the various aspects of buying a flat and what things you should remember before making this purchase.

Important Things to Remember Before Buying a Flat

Things to Remember Before Buying a Flat

Here are 6  things that you’ll have to consider before buying a flat-

Property Price

The very first thing that should come to your mind while finding a home is the budget that you want to go with. You’ll have to prepare a full calculation of the property’s price, taxes, commission, etc. beforehand to ensure you have adequate funds to acquire the property.

You may also want to consider financing the property therefore also calculate your monthly home loan EMI that you’ll have to pay. Be accurate and well-prepared with your calculation and ensure that you consider all the costs especially, taxes, commission, bank charges, etc.

Taxes

Registration charges, stamp duty, and TDS are some of the charges that you’ll have to pay on the purchase of the property.

These charges may put additional cost bearing on you so before making the purchase decision always consider them in your calculation.

Land Record

After calculation, you’ll have to start searching for the property and ensure that you only use trusted resources and reputable people in this process.

You invest a huge amount of money in purchasing the property so, do not hesitate to seek professional help in doing this. You can seek property dealers to purchase your home, he/she can help you in purchasing your home.

Legality of the Papers and Land

If finalizing a few properties, you’ll have to ensure that the legality of the property is intact and that there are no pending cases against the property.

Interview the owner and find out the reason for selling, Also do personal inquiries regarding the property from various resources.

You can also show the papers to your lawyer and he/she will do further investigation regarding the legality and authenticity of the papers.

Do not hold back with the consultation or legal help, If any problem arises after the purchase of the property then it may cost you a lot especially, if you do not want to have a lawsuit filed against your property.

Possession of the Apartment

Before making the purchase ask the previous owner or the builder of the possession status of the property. Ideally, you should force the builder to provide you with possession on the date of the registration but it is best to get the previous owner to vacate the property a few days before the registration as this will ensure that you do not get last-minute possession delays.

Financing

Now, that you have evaluated everything legal and logistical side of the purchase, you’ll have to evaluate the finances of the property.

Most people usually take a loan against the purchase as a home loan for a minimum of 10 years. Find the bank that best suits you and try to get the best offer for your home purchase.

Your credit score plays an important role in that hence, make sure you have a good profile and adequate credit score for getting the best loan offer for your purchase. Your property dealer can help you in getting the loan.

FAQ

Is there GST on property sales and purchases?

It depends on whether the property is old or new. If the property is new, then a GST of 12% is applicable and if the property is old then there is no GST applicable, and taxes and additional cost to the government will be calculated as per the old calculation.

Should I get the home furnished or empty?

The best option for you is to get the home furnished as it helps you manage all the costs because the cost of furnishing will also be calculated within the cost of the home. Also, the furnishing of the home is usually done by a professional interior designer, and keeping the design and aesthetic in consideration, the furnished home is a better option.

What are the important documents required from the bank after the closure of the loan?

After the closure of the loan, you’ll have to contact the bank and demand all your property papers along with the NOC which will be issued against your property. These documents are very important for you to get as they help you in fully claiming the property.

Can I foreclose my Home Loan?

Yes, you can foreclose your home loan after the payment of the pending amount along with the foreclosure fees.