Legal & Documentation


Legal nitty-gritties and documents that ascertain our identity, association, existence and ownership are important throughout life’s journey. In the same way, when buying a house and even thereafter, several legalities and documents come into picture. Along with the basic and essential documents such as builder certifications, project approvals, purchase agreement etc., KnowHome experts emphasize the importance of knowing about home insurance, property title, payment schedules, offers, and maintenance charges etc. when buying a house. This clarity and correctness is paramount for effective communication between homebuyers, developers, agents and the Government. Good record keeping is important for assets that cost you your lifetime worth savings.

Thoroughly checking the clauses in the purchase agreement is important to ensure that the agreement is right and lawful.

Which are the Most Important Clauses in a Purchase Agreement?

Assessing the builder's reputation before buying a house is important to make sure that the house is safe and legal.

How to Evaluate a Builder's Reputation?

Checking the construction approvals that a builder has is important when buying a house to make sure the house is sanctioned, safe and lawful.

Which are the Important Construction Approvals that a Builder Should Have?

Maintaining legal documents involved in buying and selling a property is important for claiming rightful ownership, managing financial liabilities and avoiding legal issues

How to Maintain the Documents after Buying or Selling a Property?

Knowing about maintenance charges, the calculation of GST, payment schedule etc. can help homebuyers to plan finances better.

All That You Should Know About Maintenance Charges

A clear property title is important for rightfully and legally owning a property.

What is the Title of a Property?

Through women-friendly schemes and policies, the Government encourages and eases home buying by women in India

What are the Benefits for Women Home Buyers in India?

As a homebuyer, knowing about the different payment plans can help to plan and manage finances better.

What are the Types of Payment Plans in Real Estate?

As a home buyer, knowing about home insurance types, coverage offered, premium, claim process etc. can ensure your house is safe, secure and protected.

Home Insurance – Important Points to Know

To manage finances well, know about the various additional costs such as stamp duty, registration charges, PLC, maintenance charges, parking charges etc.

The Obvious, Hidden and Additional Costs in Home Buying

To ensure purchase of a second-hand house is hassle-free, conduct these important checks.

What Checks to Conduct when Buying a Second-Hand House?

Expert Content: Valuable Inputs on Legal Aspects shared by Adv. A. R. Bhavani Shankar