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Hina Khan
posted on 14 MayRajkot community: Best re-investment for tax savings?
Selling our big family home in Rajkot feels bittersweet, but honestly, the maintenance is a nightmare now. Kids have moved out, so we need a compact 2BHK, maybe ₹60-70L, near a hospital on Kalawad Road. We're getting a decent amount from our current property's resale. I'm thinking about reinvesting to save tax using Section 54EC, but not sure if a flat or a small plot makes more sense for tax-efficient gains and ease of living. What's the community's take on this for Rajkot? Any tips on optimizing this for a manageable future?
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Dekho, aapki priority 'ease of living' aur 'hospital near Kalawad Road' hai, toh flat makes more sense. Plot mein you'll have to build, get approvals, manage contractors – it's a lot of hassle, especially at this stage of life. Market thoda stable hua hai recently, pehle jaisa boom nahi hai. But achhe projects mein demand abhi bhi hai. 60-70L mein Kalawad Road pe options mil jayenge, ready-to-move mein bhi. Plot mein appreciation slow hai abhi, aur liquidity bhi kam hoti hai. For tax saving, both work, but for a manageable future, a compact, well-located 2BHK flat seems like the less stressful choice.
Rajkot mein abhi 2BHK ka kya scene chal raha hai, especially is budget mein? Market kaisa hai, buyer's market hai ya seller's? Thoda nervous feel kar raha hu itna bada investment karne se pehle.
Section 54EC is a great option for tax saving. I used it when I sold my ancestral property two years ago. Make sure you invest in the specified bonds within 6 months of the sale date. The maximum you can invest is ₹50 lakhs. For Rajkot, I'd suggest looking into properties in areas like Krishna Kunj or near Raiya Road, they have good connectivity to hospitals and the city center. Just ensure all your documents are in order for the tax exemption.
Krishna Kunj is a good suggestion. Recently, ek friend ne wahan 2BHK liya tha 65L mein. Location wise it's quite convenient for daily needs and hospital access, like you mentioned.
Simple hai, sale deed ki copy, PAN card, aur bank statement proof of investment in the bonds. These bonds are usually issued by NHAI or REC, you can buy them through your bank or a financial advisor. Consult your CA for specific details, but these are primary.
54EC ke liye kya documents lagte hain exactly? Aur yeh bonds kahan se milte hain?
Kalawad Road pe options toh bahut hain, but builders ka track record kaisa hai udhar? Be careful, especially with new projects. Kuch builders toh bas promises karte hain aur phir possession mein saalon laga dete hain. Kya koi specific builder mind mein hai?
Koi specific naam hai kya jinse bachna chahiye? Thoda hint toh de do, hum sab first-time buyers hain, humein bhi help ho jayegi.
Bhai, Kalawad Road pe bohot builders ne project delay kiye hain. Mera dost toh 2 saal late possession mila usko ek project mein, aur amenities bhi promised waali nahi thi. Naam nahi lunga, but be careful with pre-launch or under-construction. Ready-to-move dekho toh better hai, especially if you need to shift soon after selling your current home.
Hey there! Your situation sounds exactly like ours a few years back. Selling the big home is tough, but the maintenance is a killer. For tax savings under 54EC, a flat might be more straightforward for ease of living, especially if you want to settle quickly. Plots can be a headache with development and future plans. What's your priority, immediate living or long-term capital appreciation?
Hmm, I'm not so sure about flats for capital appreciation. Plots, especially near developing areas, tend to give better returns in the long run. Tax saving ke liye toh dono work, but future value ka bhi sochna padega.
Totally agree! Maintenance toh sir dard hai. My parents also downsized and found a flat much easier to manage. Less stress, more peace of mind.