Possession costs: What builders don't tell us.
What's the real deal with hidden charges from builders in Delhi, especially around possession? I'm looking at a 2BHK in Deep Vihar, maybe a project by Saarthi Builders, and I know how they play the super area vs. carpet area games. It's frustrating when the quoted ₹85L suddenly becomes ₹95L with PLC, OC, and random service charges. I work in real estate but buying for myself is different, yaar. Are there specific clauses or costs that consistently pop up right before getting the keys? Like, beyond stamp duty and registration. I heard about 'infrastructure development charges' that aren't always clear upfront. Any tips on truly calculating the all-in cost for a 2BHK around ₹1Cr in areas like Rohini or Dwarka? Should I push for a detailed breakdown early?
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What exactly are these 'infrastructure development charges' you mentioned? My builder didn't mention anything like that in the initial discussion, but I'm still early in the process. Is it legal for them to add it later, or should it be part of the base cost?
Haan, bilkul legal ho sakta hai if it's mentioned somewhere in the agreement or if it's a government-mandated charge that the builder passes on. I faced this with a project near Anand Vihar. They called it 'External Development Charges' (EDC) and it was a shocker of nearly ₹3 lakhs. It's usually for road, water, electricity connections around the project. Make sure your agreement explicitly lists *all* charges, even estimated ones, not just a lump sum.
OMG, this is my biggest fear! I'm looking for a 2BHK in Alaknanda right now and already feeling so overwhelmed by all the paperwork and numbers. It's like they speak a different language.
Saarthi Builders? Be very careful, yaar. I heard some not-so-great things about their project near Rohini Sector 23 last year. My friend almost got stuck with them on some hidden charges for 'club membership' that wasn't in the initial quote. Always, always push for a super detailed breakdown *before* you sign anything. They hide things in the fine print and then spring them on you at the last moment.
Totally relate! Builders always pull this. My cousin booked a 2BHK in Dwarka and got hit with so many charges right at possession time. It's like they have a secret checklist that only appears when you're about to get the keys. So frustrating for first-time buyers like us!