Tax benefits are oversold for Bangalore property, right?

Budget finalised, loan pre-approved – now stuck on how to maximize savings. Bangalore property prices are crazy, especially for a 2BHK in Whitefield or Sarjapur Road, easily hitting ₹1.2 Cr. My parents keep saying I should look into all the tax benefits, like Section 24 and 80C. Honestly, I'm not sure how much difference these really make to the overall EMI burden. Is it just a small deduction or something genuinely impactful for a first-time buyer? What are some common tax hacks first-time investors usually miss out on? Also, should I consider something like 54EC for future capital gains if I hold for a few years? Any advice on actual cash savings from these would be super helpful.