The resale property document checklist: what to ask the seller for
A resale purchase is only as safe as its paperwork. Here is the set of documents to request, what each one proves, and the red flags to look for.
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Plain-English notes on buying, selling and investing in resale property — documents, costs, loans and what to check before you sign.
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Carpet, built-up and super area — what you are actually paying for
Two flats both advertised at the same size can have very different usable space. Here is how the three area measures differ and how to compare listings fairly.
The true cost of buying a resale home: everything on top of the price
The agreed price is only part of what you will pay. Stamp duty, registration, brokerage, legal fees and society charges all need cash — plan for them early.
Getting a home loan for a resale property: how it differs
Lenders look at a resale property and its paperwork more closely than a new-build. Here is what they check, and how to keep the purchase on schedule.
Buying a warehouse or industrial shed: the checks that matter
For industrial property, the building’s specification and the land’s permitted use matter as much as location. A practical checklist for your first visit.
How to read a master plan or sector map before you buy
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