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Practical buying, renting and legal primers — written for ApkaMakaan users, inspired by the advice hubs on major property portals.

Buying guide · 6 min

12-point checklist before you book a home

Documents, site visits, RERA checks and payment milestones — condensed into one practical list.

Use this guide as a conversation starter with your advisor, builder or landlord — not as legal advice. Always verify documents with a qualified professional.

  • Confirm RERA registration and carpet area definitions on paper.
  • Match payment schedule to construction milestones where applicable.
  • Keep copies of KYC, agreement drafts and payment receipts in one folder.

Legal · 5 min

What RERA carpet area really means

Understand carpet vs built-up vs super built-up so price comparisons stay honest.

Use this guide as a conversation starter with your advisor, builder or landlord — not as legal advice. Always verify documents with a qualified professional.

  • Confirm RERA registration and carpet area definitions on paper.
  • Match payment schedule to construction milestones where applicable.
  • Keep copies of KYC, agreement drafts and payment receipts in one folder.

Renting · 7 min

Rent agreement essentials for tenants & owners

Clauses that protect both sides — deposit, lock-in, maintenance and exit terms.

Use this guide as a conversation starter with your advisor, builder or landlord — not as legal advice. Always verify documents with a qualified professional.

  • Confirm RERA registration and carpet area definitions on paper.
  • Match payment schedule to construction milestones where applicable.
  • Keep copies of KYC, agreement drafts and payment receipts in one folder.

Tips · 4 min

Practical vastu notes for modern apartments

Orientation, kitchen and entrance cues that buyers still ask about during shortlisting.

Use this guide as a conversation starter with your advisor, builder or landlord — not as legal advice. Always verify documents with a qualified professional.

  • Confirm RERA registration and carpet area definitions on paper.
  • Match payment schedule to construction milestones where applicable.
  • Keep copies of KYC, agreement drafts and payment receipts in one folder.

Legal · 8 min

Sale deed: what to verify before you sign

Parties, schedule of property, consideration and registration — a plain-language walkthrough.

Use this guide as a conversation starter with your advisor, builder or landlord — not as legal advice. Always verify documents with a qualified professional.

  • Confirm RERA registration and carpet area definitions on paper.
  • Match payment schedule to construction milestones where applicable.
  • Keep copies of KYC, agreement drafts and payment receipts in one folder.

NRI · 9 min

Buying property in India as an NRI

Repatriation basics, power of attorney and documentation you’ll typically need.

Use this guide as a conversation starter with your advisor, builder or landlord — not as legal advice. Always verify documents with a qualified professional.

  • Confirm RERA registration and carpet area definitions on paper.
  • Match payment schedule to construction milestones where applicable.
  • Keep copies of KYC, agreement drafts and payment receipts in one folder.