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Arvind Krishnan
posted on 5 MayAmenity promises are just marketing fluff for investors.
Moved into Gitanjali Apartments three months ago. Paid extra for 'premium' amenities, but the clubhouse is rarely used, and the promised swimming pool still isn't fully operational. Does anyone else feel these elaborate amenity promises rarely translate to actual value for investors? Worried about resale if facilities stay underutilized.
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Oh man, this hits home! We almost booked in a project near Anand Vihar last year, and the brochure was full of 'world-class' facilities – indoor sports complex, rooftop garden, even a mini-theater. But when we visited a friend who bought in an older phase by the *same builder*, the 'sports complex' was a dusty room and the garden was just overgrown weeds. We backed out just in time. Gitanjali Apartments ka builder kaun hai, bhai?
Exactly, U5. It's a common trick. My uncle bought a flat in Aram Bagh years ago, and even then, the builder promised a 'shopping arcade' that never materialized. Sometimes, these amenities are just to get approvals or to show a grand vision, not necessarily to deliver. For resale, people mostly look at location, basic structure, and connectivity, not just fancy unused facilities. Focus on what truly adds value to your daily life.
Dream Homes Realty? Oh no, I've heard stories!
U5, Gitanjali Apartments ka developer 'Dream Homes Realty' hai. Unka track record kuch khaas nahi hai, especially with project delays and amenity delivery. Be careful with them.
Mujhe bhi yahi tension hai. Builders bas bade-bade sapne dikhate hain. But after possession, kaun poochta hai? Is there any way to verify these amenity promises before buying?
Sahi keh rahe ho, U3. I tried looking up Gitanjali Apartments on RERA, but couldn't find much detailed info about the promised amenities list they submitted. Many builders register only the basic structure plans. For projects in areas like Ansal Villas, I've heard some buyers actually hired a third-party consultant to review the amenity plans and compare them with actual progress before final payment. It costs extra but might save bigger headaches.
U3, it's really hard. Builders often put clauses saying amenities are 'subject to change' or 'artist's impression'. RERA helps a bit, but even then, getting things fixed post-possession is a nightmare. They just drag their feet.
Exactly! I've seen this happen so many times. It's like they just put fancy renders to hook us in. So frustrating!
Haan bhai, same experience. Just marketing hype.
Totally! My agent was showing me a project in Dwarka and going on and on about the 'futuristic gym' and 'infinity pool'. But I'm more worried about the basic structure and timely possession. We are already stretched thin on budget.