[{"heading":"Start with the purpose of the purchase","body":"Decide whether the property is primarily for self-use, rental income or long-term appreciation. That objective changes how you should compare location, configuration, holding period and expected cash flow."},{"heading":"Compare the complete cost, not only the quoted price","body":"Ask for the all-in cost sheet and compare usable area, parking, maintenance deposits, registration, taxes and other charges.
- Compare carpet or usable area
- Check recurring maintenance
- Record payment milestones
- Confirm what is included in the quoted price"},{"heading":"Verify documents before paying","body":"Check ownership, approvals, encumbrances and applicable RERA registration before making a material payment. Where appropriate, have an independent legal professional review the documents."},{"heading":"Visit the property and neighbourhood more than once","body":"A daytime visit can feel very different from peak-hour traffic or an evening visit. Check approach roads, parking, noise, public transport, nearby daily-needs retail and the actual condition of common areas."},{"heading":"Keep a written comparison before deciding","body":"Create a simple comparison sheet for the final two or three options. Record commercial terms, strengths, compromises and pending questions so the final decision is based on evidence rather than memory."}]
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