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Mumbai society asks couple for marriage certificate before renting ₹1 lakh flat

Updated on Aug 04, 2026 04:42 pm IST

Mumbai real estate: After nearly 10 days of house hunting and a monthly rental budget of almost ₹1 lakh, a married couple thought they had finally found their ideal 3BHK in the western suburbs. (Picture for representational purposes only)

Bengaluru landlord demands rental agreement before refunding ₹10,000 deposit

Landlord-tenant row: A Bengaluru tenant has sparked a discussion on Reddit after alleging that his landlord refused to refund the remaining ₹10,000 of his security deposit unless he returned his copy of the signed rental agreement. (Photo for representational purposes only)

Published on Aug 03, 2026 08:59 pm IST

Planning to buy a ₹1.5 crore flat? Reddit users share how to afford one

₹1.5 crore apartments are being bought by salaried professionals, technology workers and young couples seeking their first homes, with some receiving financial support from their families. (Photo for representational purposes only)

Updated on Jul 31, 2026 08:42 pm IST

Maharashtra plans blockchain for real estate to digitise land records: Explained

Maharashtra government is preparing to introduce a new law that will enable the use of blockchain technology in the real estate sector, marking one of the state's most significant digital governance initiatives for the property market. (Picture for representational purposes only)

Published on Jul 29, 2026 09:43 am IST

HT Exclusive: KRERA chief calls Bengaluru tilted tower rebuild ‘unprecedented’

Bengaluru's OC-approved tilted tower rebuild an 'unprecedented case'; fresh RERA registration may not be required, Karnataka Real Estate Regulatory Authority Chairman Rakesh Singh told HT Real Estate (Photo for representational purposes only)

Updated on Aug 02, 2026 04:49 pm IST

Mumbai developers push buy now, pay later offers: Should buyers take the plunge?

Mumbai real estate market is witnessing a resurgence of 'Buy Now, Pay Later' (BNPL) schemes this monsoon, with developers luring homebuyers ahead of the festive season. (Picture for representational purposes only)

Updated on Jul 29, 2026 09:41 am IST

Bengaluru tilted tower: What should buyers check beyond the project brochure?

The Bengaluru tilted tower case highlights why homebuyers should look beyond brochures and seek soil reports and structural design details before buying, say experts. (Photo for representational purposes only)

Published on Jul 29, 2026 12:00 pm IST

Mumbai homeowner takes 15 months to sell 513 sq ft 2BHK for ₹2.19 crore

A Mumbai homeowner who had rented out his apartment for several years recently sold his 513 sq ft 2BHK in Vile Parle East for ₹2.19 crore, offering a glimpse into buyer behaviour in one of the city's most sought-after neighbourhoods. (Picture for representational purposes only)

Updated on Jul 29, 2026 09:46 am IST

Who owns the future FSI: Builder or housing society? Bombay High clarifies

Bombay High Court has held that real estate developers cannot withhold or delay the conveyance of land and buildings to cooperative housing societies merely to preserve rights over future Floor Space Index (FSI) arising from changes in development regulations. (Picture for representational purposes only)

Updated on Jul 27, 2026 11:10 am IST

Bengaluru buyer's 1BHK plan before marriage sparks Reddit debate

Bengaluru real estate: After three months of house hunting, a professional finally found what he calls his 'personal slice of heaven', a 1BHK apartment worth ₹80 lakh. But the purchase itself wasn't what caught attention on Reddit. (Picture for representational purposes only)

Updated on Jul 25, 2026 10:13 am IST

Can homeowners install safety grills or enclose balconies without approval?

Bombay High Court has directed the Maharashtra government to formulate a comprehensive policy clearly specifying the types of alterations flat owners can undertake within their apartments without obtaining prior permission. (Picture for representational purposes only)

Updated on Jul 25, 2026 10:16 am IST

Are you paying for housing amenities you’ll never use?

An Instagram reel has reignited the debate over whether features such as reflexology paths, amphitheatres and outdoor chess boards are genuine value additions or simply marketing tools. (Picture for representational purposes only)

Updated on Jul 23, 2026 09:13 am IST

Can homebuyers seek a refund of the clubhouse charges if it is not constructed?

MahaRERA has ruled that a homebuyer can seek a refund of money collected by a developer towards a proposed clubhouse if the promised amenity is not constructed within a reasonable period. (Picture for representational purposes only)

Updated on Jul 25, 2026 10:09 am IST

Mumbai: Should you buy an apartment in an old building set for redevelopment?

Mumbai redevelopment news: As redevelopment gathers pace in cities such as Mumbai and Pune, an increasing number of homebuyers are betting on ageing housing societies instead of brand-new projects. (Picture for representational purposes only)

Updated on Jul 29, 2026 10:12 am IST

Can housing societies ban drying clothes on balconies?

Mumbai real estate: Across several premium residential developments, from Worli and Bandra to Powai and Lower Parel, housing societies have introduced rules prohibiting residents from drying clothes or towels in balconies or outside windows. (Picture for representational purposes only)

Updated on Jul 24, 2026 11:32 am IST

MahaRERA: RERA disclosures mandatory regardless of advertisement size or cost

MahaRERA has said that the size or cost of advertisement doesn't exempt real estate developers from RERA disclosure rules. (Picture for representational purposes only)

Updated on Jul 21, 2026 08:57 am IST

Bought a flat, got a ₹80,000 bill: Can a new owner be made to pay previous dues?

A Kochi homebuyer was asked to pay ₹80,000 in maintenance dues left unpaid by the previous owner after purchasing his flat. Can an apartment association recover a former owner's dues from the new buyer? (Photo for representational purposes only)

Updated on Jul 21, 2026 11:59 am IST

Can apartment associations stop children from playing football in common areas?

The Karnataka High Court has directed a Bengaluru apartment owners' association to reconsider its ban on children playing football in the society's playground, holding that blanket restrictions on physical games cannot be imposed through vague rules. (Photo for representational purposes only)

Updated on Jul 19, 2026 10:26 am IST

Noida dog bite case: Can RWAs be held liable for 'deficiency in service'?

Noida dog bite case: District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission has directed the Residents' Welfare Association (RWA) to pay ₹1 lakh in compensation to a resident. (Photo for representational purposes only)

Updated on Jul 18, 2026 09:41 am IST

UP RERA mandates transfer of IFMS corpus to RWAs at project handover

UP RERA has introduced a new framework for the collection, management and transfer of Interest Free Maintenance Security (IFMS) funds (Photo for representational purposes only)

Updated on Jul 16, 2026 08:17 am IST

Bengaluru tenant alleges landlord hiked rent from ₹40,000 to ₹50,000

A Bengaluru tenant has sparked a discussion on Reddit after alleging that his landlord raised the monthly rent for his 2BHK apartment from ₹40,000 to ₹50,000 less than 30 days before the rental agreement was due to expire. (Photo for representational purposes only)

Updated on Jul 15, 2026 10:23 am IST

Can a housing society restrict tenants' or guests' access to the clubhouse?

MahaRERA has said that it lacks the jurisdiction to direct a real estate developer to restrict tenants or guests from accessing common amenities such as a clubhouse. (Picture for representational purposes only)

Updated on Jul 15, 2026 10:38 am IST

MHADA Act amendment to unlock redevelopment of 13k Mumbai buildings: Explained

Maharashtra government's amendment to the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development (MHADA) Act, 1976 is expected to pave the way for redeveloping nearly 13,000 old and dilapidated buildings across Mumbai. (Picture for representational purposes only)

Updated on Jul 14, 2026 09:30 am IST

Why is the 13th floor missing in your building?

Missing number 13: Legal experts advise homebuyers to ensure the flat and floor numbers in the sale agreement match the sanctioned building plans. (Representative image)

Updated on Jul 15, 2026 12:55 pm IST

Can real estate developers renumber flats to avoid the 'unlucky' 13th floor?

MahaRERA observed that if the developer believed the number 13 was inauspicious, it should have factored that into the building design before seeking approval of the plans. (Picture for representational purposes only)

Updated on Jul 13, 2026 09:19 am IST

Maharashtra cuts stamp duty on lease agreements of Mumbai buildings: Explained

Maharashtra government has lowered stamp duty on lease agreements of residential properties at 0.5%, while commercial properties will attract a maximum duty of 1.5%, (Picture for representational purposes only)

Updated on Jul 12, 2026 11:14 am IST

New housing society rules in Maharashtra: 5 key changes home owners should know

Maharashtra government has notified amendments to the Maharashtra Co-operative Societies Rules, 1961, introducing a comprehensive regulatory framework for such societies. (Picture for representational purposes only)

Updated on Jul 04, 2026 11:03 am IST

MahaRERA rules investors cannot claim buyer-like refunds under RERA

MahaRERA) held that investors entering commercial funding arrangements disguised as flat bookings cannot invoke the provisions of the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016, to seek a refund from a developer. (Picture for representational purposes only)

Updated on Jul 03, 2026 10:00 am IST

Bungalow layout 'changed' after booking: Can homebuyers claim refund?

MahaRERA has clarified that homebuyers can seek a refund if substantial disputes arise regarding changes to a property's layout and design after booking (Picture for representational purposes only)

Updated on Jun 24, 2026 08:32 am IST

Can a developer seek review of an MahaRERA order favouring a homebuyer?

Delayed possession: The Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MahaRERA) has clarified that while a developer is entitled to file a review application, the scope of such a review is limited by the provisions of the RERA Act and its regulations. (Picture for representational purposes only) (Representational photo)

Updated on Jun 24, 2026 08:44 am IST

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