Buyer Guide

Essential real-estate buyer guides for Thane, Mumbai and India — covering due diligence, RERA checks, stamp duty, registration, taxation and purchase process.

Stamp Duty Refund on Unexecuted Flat Agreements: Bombay High Court Judgment Explained

Stamp Duty Refund on Unexecuted Flat Agreements: Bombay High Court Judgment Explained

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By Arosh John – Founder, John Real Estate (MahaRERA Reg. No. A51700001835) & Editor-in-Chief, Thane Real Estate News (TREN) Overview In a significant clarification for homebuyers and property investors in Maharashtra, the Bombay High Court has reaffirmed that stamp duty paid on property transactions that fail to materialise or remain unexecuted is refundable, subject to […]

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TDS on Property Sale (2025): The 1% Rule Every Buyer in India Must Know

TDS on Property Sale (2025): The 1% Rule Every Buyer in India Must Know

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By Arosh John | Founder – John Real Estate (MahaRERA Reg. No. A51700001835) | Editor-in-Chief – Thane Real Estate News (TREN)India | November 2025 The 1% Step Buyers Often Forget Buying a home worth more than ₹ 50 lakh?Even when the seller is an Indian resident, you — the buyer — must deduct and deposit

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Encumbrance Certificate vs Index II – What Flat Buyers in Maharashtra Should Really Ask For

Encumbrance Certificate vs Index II – What Flat Buyers in Maharashtra Should Really Ask For

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By Arosh John | Founder – John Real Estate (MahaRERA Reg. No. A51700001835) | Editor-in-Chief – Thane Real Estate News (TREN) Thane – MMR | October 2025 Many flat buyers in Mumbai and Thane request an Encumbrance Certificate (EC), assuming it is the ultimate proof of a clean title. In reality, EC is primarily applicable

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Where to Buy 3 BHK in Thane Under ₹ 1.5 Crore (2025 Guide)

Where to Buy 3 BHK in Thane Under ₹ 1.5 Crore (2025 Guide)

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By Arosh John | Founder – John Real Estate (MahaRERA Reg. No. A51700001835) | Editor-in-Chief – Thane Real Estate News The 2025 Market Reality ₹ 1.5 crore marks the entry point for families seeking spacious 3 BHK homes in Thane.While prices have strengthened steadily, resale and mid-segment inventories across the Ghodbunder Road belt, Central Thane,

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Thane 2 BHK apartments under 1 crore – 2025 price guide

Where to Buy 2 BHK in Thane Under ₹ 1 Crore (2025 Guide)

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By Arosh John | Founder – John Real Estate (MahaRERA Reg. No. A51700001835) | Editor-in-Chief – Thane Real Estate News The 2025 Market Reality ₹ 1 crore remains the most active bracket for Thane’s end-users and first-time upgraders. Compact 2 BHKs — typically 530 – 650 sq.ft. carpet — are still available across the Metro

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Where to Buy 1 BHK in Thane Under ₹ 65 Lakhs (2025 Guide)

Where to Buy 1 BHK in Thane Under ₹ 65 Lakhs (2025 Guide)

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By Arosh John | Founder – John Real Estate (MahaRERA Reg. No. A51700001835) | Editor-in-Chief – Thane Real Estate News The 2025 Market Reality Thane, a unique micro-market within the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, still offers the opportunity to purchase a well-planned 1 BHK for under ₹65 lakh. This affordability presents a promising opportunity for potential

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10 Golden Rules for First-Time Homebuyers in Thane

10 Golden Rules for First-Time Homebuyers in Thane

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By Arosh John | Founder – John Real Estate (MahaRERA Registered) | Editor-in-Chief – Thane Real Estate News Buying your very first home is one of the most exciting milestones of life—but it is also one of the most overwhelming. The process involves legalities, financial planning, and long-term vision. To help you navigate confidently, here

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Why Buying a Home Beats Renting (If Your Finances Allow): Myths, Math & Reality

Why Buying a Home Beats Renting (If Your Finances Allow): Myths, Math & Reality

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By Arosh John | Founder, John Real Estate | Chief Editor, Thane Real Estate News Buying a home is not just an emotional decision; it’s a smart financial move that offers a significant level of security. It’s about ownership, and an asset that appreciates while you live in it. Renting may offer short-term flexibility, but

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Society Maintenance in Maharashtra: Why Timely Payment is Your Responsibility & What Happens If You Default

Society Maintenance in Maharashtra: Why Timely Payment is Your Responsibility & What Happens If You Default

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By Arosh John | Founder – John Real Estate (MahaRERA Reg. No. A51700001835) | Editor-in-Chief – Thane Real Estate News Why timely maintenance payments matter Housing societies in Thane and Mumbai rely on member contributions to cover essential expenses—municipal taxes, water, common electricity, lifts, repairs, sinking fund, and insurance. The Maharashtra Model Bye-laws clearly define

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The Complete Guide to FCAM in Maharashtra Townships

The Complete Guide to FCAM in Maharashtra Townships

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By Arosh John | Founder – John Real Estate (MahaRERA Reg. No. A51700001835) | Editor-in-Chief – Thane Real Estate News Why this guide matters Township residents across Thane and Mumbai often face confusion about Federation/Common Area Maintenance (FCAM) — why two sets of bills exist, how long developers can collect FCAM, when handover should happen,

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