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The Rera Act benefits for Home Buyers

1. Carpet Area Standardized:

Due to lack of uniformity in the calculation of carpet area, this act has firstly defined the formula for calculation of carpet area to be adopted by all builders and developers. This is a major factor for buyers as the cost of a property is calculated based on this.
Cost of Property = Carpet Area x Rate per Sq. ft.
Earlier it was seen that a lot of developers would portray the carpet area falsely in order to hike the price of the flat which is not possible now.

2. On Defaulting, the rate of interest to be paid the same for both parties

In the case of defaulting on payments & possession by the buyer and the seller, the rate of interest shall be the same for both. The developers who used to charge more interest to buyers on defaulting payments would now be charged with the same rate of interest in case of defaulting on possession date by them.

3. Reduces Risk of Builder Insolvency/ Bankruptcy

Especially in the case of big developers who are involved in multiple projects at the same time, it is now mandatory to deposit 70% of the amount realized in construction costs in a separate bank account which can be used for that project only and can be withdrawn only on completion after being certified by concerned authorities.

4. Rights of Buyer in case of False promises

When the commitments given by a builder are not met, then the buyer is eligible for a full refund of the advance amount or any amount that was paid along with interest. Also, they will be allowed to claim compensation for their grievances.

5. Advance Payment

An advance amount or any applicable fees that are collected towards a property must not be more than 10% of the cost of the house and must be collected only after an agreement of sale has been executed between the buyer and the seller.

6. Rights of Buyer in case of defects found after possession

After a buyer has possessed property in case any defects have been found within 5 years of their possession, the builder is liable to bear all the expenses for repair of it and do so within 30 days.

7. Rights of Buyer in case of Delay in possession

In case of delay in completion or possession, the buyer can either withdraw from the project in which case he is entitled to a full refund or continue with the project till completion and collect the interest for the period of delay by the developer

8. Rights of Buyer in case of Defect in Title

Once a buyer has possessed the property and in case defects in the title have been discovered the buyer is eligible to claim compensation with no time limit on the discovery.

9. Right to Information

Gone are the times when the buyer would have limited info on the house, with this reform coming in the Buyer is entitled to know all information on the project right from title deeds to the time of completion.

10. Grievance Redressal

If the buyer, the promoter, or the agent has any complaints with respect to the project, they can file a complaint with RERA. If they aren’t pleased with RERA’s decision, a complaint can also be filed with the Appellate Tribunal.

The RERA act which has already been encouraging speedy, transparent and smooth developments in Real estate for the past 2 years, has been the biggest boon to the Home buyers in India.
We Adinath Buildwell are of the opinion that when the government and authorities have implemented such an important initiative to cleanse the real estate market, buyers must take full advantage of this as there has never been a better time to invest in Indian Real estate than now.

Which is the best option to Buy -Apartments, Villas and Plots

1. Apartments

Apartments are multi-storeyed buildings comprising numerous individual housing units. When compared to villas and plots, apartments are the most sought after and sold properties in India. Contemporary looks, Modern Amenities, and Better Security are some of the reasons why they are preferred. Unless the buyer has an intent to design his own property Apartments for sale have been the top choice consistently. It is advised to homebuyers that after analysing various aspects like budget, location, and other preferences, make a decision from the plenty of options available in ready to move in flats.

  • Scope of Return on Investment

Some homes are purchased from an investor’s perspective. From an investor’s standpoint, factors like Rental Yield and Capital Appreciation are key. These properties are generally rented out. What’s left to be considered is external factors like Location, Accessibility, and Demand for the Properties for sale in a specific locale which impact the overall financial prospect of the property. Apartments are known to have high resale value and a wider buyer base. As the demand for flats is generally higher, it is understood that finding a buyer for a flat is easier.

One aspect where apartments lag behind their counterparts is Appreciation. Primarily, appreciation is realized on the value of the land. So, when it comes to apartments, the wear and tear of the building increase the rate of depreciation.

  • Impact on Tax

A person can avail some tax benefits when he or she buys an apartment. In case of the self-possession of the property, a taxpayer is eligible to avail tax rebate of up to Rs 2 lakh on the interest paid per financial year. Additionally, they can avail Rs 1 Lakh on the principal amount paid.

In the case of renting the property out, the rent collected is taxable as it is considered income.

2. Plots

Plots are the basic units of land with no built-up space. They are ideally bought by people looking to build their own home as per their taste and need or an investor seeking to reap heavy profits on their investment.
In any scenario, building a house is a meticulous task. If one’s thinking of building a home, considering the extent of financial backing as the owner land, construction, architects, designers and labour cost. Let’s not forget it is extremely challenging and time-consuming to buy plots for sale and build a home. Financially speaking, banks to give loans for purchasing plots but they are relatively stern and different when compared to the loan for an apartment. If we were to take an example, the loan limit for a land purchase loan is lower than the loan limit for a constructed structure. What this means is that one has to shell a larger down payment for plot when compared to a flat.

  • Scope of Return on Investment

It’s a known fact that plots can’t be rented out without any built structure. But interestingly, when compared to apartments plots have higher rates of capital appreciation which is seen when the sale is done in a lucrative market scenario. One more factor is the proportionality of demand and supply. The ideal time is when the demand is higher than supply.

  • Impact on Tax

In the case of loan for a plot purchase, one is not eligible for tax exemptions. If a structure is being built on the plot then one can avail tax exemptions for the loan amount sanctioned for the construction. This can be done only after the construction is completed. Another important fact is that if a plot more than 500 square metres in the area is vacant then it is liable for a wealth tax.

3. Houses/Villas

People who prefer privacy choose to buy independent houses and villas for sale. The disadvantages that come with the purchase of an individual house or villa are lack of security and power and water backup. However, what’s interesting is that in gated communities, property developers offer security and power back up with a wide range of options and shared amenities. These are features that societies give.

  • Scope of Return on Investment

Coming to the financial aspects of individual houses for sale and villas, capital appreciation is low compared to apartments and plots which is due to the higher capital initially and lacklustre demand later. 

The rental yield is higher when compared to apartments but when this is calculated with respect to initial capital invested. But let’s not forget that its relatively difficult to find tenants for villas when compared to apartments.

  • Impact on Tax

In case of the self-possession of the property, a taxpayer is eligible to avail tax rebate of up to Rs 2 lakh on the interest paid per financial year. Additionally, they can avail Rs 1 Lakh on the principal amount paid.

In the case of renting the property out, the rent collected is taxable as it is considered income.

We at Adinath Buildwell have always been of the belief that apartments are a better option when compared to plots and villas looking at the advantages that it has. But what we educate our customers is that they should be perfectly apt for their personal taste and needs.
Hence, we suggest our homebuyers to take a decision that suits them right and enjoy the comforts of their future dream home.