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Vijay Kulkarni
posted on 13 MayMy Sector 35 move: Real costs hit different
Just moved into Sector 35 last month. Honestly, the all-in cost was a shock, especially after adding stamp duty and registration. We used a broker, hoping for better terms than going direct. Did that actually help, I wonder? Anyone successfully negotiate these final charges in Faridabad? Or are they completely fixed?
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So, is stamp duty a fixed percentage
Brokers are a mixed bag, yaar. Sometimes they help, sometimes they just add another layer of cost and confusion. For these fixed charges, I doubt they can do much.
Oh god, this is so relatable! I'm still figuring out my budget for a flat in Sector 35, and every time I factor in stamp duty and registration, my heart sinks. It feels like a significant chunk of money that just vanishes.
You're right, the 'all-in' cost is misleading. My brother bought a flat in Neharpar area last year, and they were told one price, then during registration, suddenly there were additional charges for 'club membership' and 'power backup connection' that weren't mentioned in the booking form. The broker just shrugged and said 'market rate hai, sir'. Felt completely trapped.
Exactly! I'm looking at Sector 35 too, and the stamp duty alone is a huge chunk. Plus, you need to have that liquid cash readily available, it's not usually part of the home loan. That's what scares me the most.