Learn to buy smart — at every step.
Plain-English guides and checklists for Indian home buyers, organised around your journey. No jargon, no sales pitch — just what to check, when, and why it matters. Each one links to the free tool that does the work for you.
Vet the project before a rupee leaves your hands.
Before Paying the Token — the 10-Point Checklist
The 10 checks to run before your money leaves your hands.
10 Documents to Ask the Builder Before Booking
The paperwork that proves the project is real, legal and buildable.
How to Check a Project on MahaRERA
Look up any project's status, timeline and complaints — free.
What Does a RERA Number Actually Prove?
And, just as important, what it doesn't.
Commencement Certificate, Explained
Why no CC means no legal construction — and no booking.
How to Check if Your Floor Is Sanctioned
Unsanctioned floors get demolished. Here's how to verify yours.
Hidden Charges in New Flats
The ₹15–25 lakh the sticker price never shows.
Builder Cost Sheet — Checklist
Make the builder itemise every charge, in writing.
EMI Safety Rule for Homebuyers
The 40/50% rule that keeps a home from breaking you.
Homebuyer Document Master Checklist
Every document you'll need, booking to possession.
Carpet vs Built-up vs Super Built-up Area
What you actually own vs what you pay for.
Ready-to-Move vs Under-Construction
The trade-offs: price, risk, taxes and timing.
Stamp Duty & Registration in Maharashtra
What you'll actually pay the government — and the concessions.
Reading a Builder's MahaRERA Track Record
Know who you're buying from, not just what.
These are general guides to help you ask better questions — not legal advice. Always verify against the official MahaRERA record and your own documents. Check a project now →