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Sushmita Sen
posted on 4 MayIs RERA effective for Bangalore property issues?
Did a site visit to Prestige City last weekend. Thinking of upgrading from my 2BHK. I'm worried about legal compliance. How do you check RERA registration for projects like Keya Homes and spot red flags? Is RERA effective if a builder defaults, or just on paper?
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Honestly, RERA is a double-edged sword. It has brought some transparency and a platform for grievances, which is a huge step up from pre-RERA days. But it's not foolproof. For new builders like Keya Homes, jinka track record '0' projects hai, RERA can't magically create experience or financial muscle. It's more about regulating existing players and providing a framework. For a first-time buyer, stick to established names, even if they cost a bit more, especially if you're worried about defaults.
Beyond RERA, check the land title deeds, encumbrance certificate, and approval letters from all relevant authorities like BBMP/BDA. Get a lawyer
So, even for established builders, what kind of specific legal checks should we definitely do before signing?
Prestige City toh mast lag raha hai but Keya Homes ka sunke darr lag raha hai. Kya karein yaar, investment hai itna bada.
Okay, so RERA is there, but what about the ground reality? How do we verify a builder's actual reputation beyond just RERA registration? Keya Homes jaise builders ke liye, jinka koi history nahi hai, what are the actionable steps to ensure they won't default? Is there a way to check their financial stability?
You've hit the nail on the head. In the current Bangalore market, especially with rising interest rates and material costs, financial stability is crucial. Many smaller builders are struggling. Keya Homes having zero projects means they are unproven. It's not just about RERA, but also about their cash flow and ability to complete. I'd be very, very hesitant to put my money with an unknown entity right now, no matter how attractive the price seems.
Good point. I always suggest talking to people who've bought from the same builder in previous projects, if any. For Keya Homes, since there are none, it's a huge gamble. Also, visit the site frequently, talk to the labourers, see if work is progressing steadily. Don't just rely on sales pitch.
RERA effectiveness is a big question mark for many of us. Mere ek friend ka project Bannerghatta Road fringes pe hai, builder ne possession date do baar extend kar di hai. RERA complaint file ki, but hearing dates hi milti jaa rahi hain. It feels like the process is too slow to really help when you're stuck paying EMIs and rent.
While it's slow, RERA *does* provide a legal recourse that wasn't there before. The key is consistent follow-up and having all your documents in order. It's not a magic bullet, but without it, it would be even worse. Some builders do get penalised.
Sahi baat hai! Attibele side bhi yahi haal hai. Builders ko darr hi nahi lagta.
Hey everyone, just visited Prestige City over the weekend, and it's looking good! I'm planning to upgrade from my current 2BHK. But like any first-time upgrade, I'm super worried about legal compliance. Specifically, for projects like Keya Homes, how do you even check their RERA registration and spot red flags? I've heard some horror stories. Is RERA truly effective if a builder defaults or delays possession, or is it mostly just a formality on paper? Any insights would be super helpful, feeling quite confused.
Exactly! Zero projects matlab bahut risky. RERA portal pe search karna easy hai, but sometimes details update nahi hote. Better to double check on ground.
Bhai, Keya Homes? Be very, very careful. I did some basic checks online, and I couldn't find any completed projects by them. In fact, unka toh total projects zero dikha raha hai RERA website pe. How can a builder with no track record start such a big project? This is the first red flag right there.