Buyer Guide

Bank Auction Properties in India – How the SARFAESI Process Works

Bank Auction Properties in India – How the SARFAESI Process Works

By Arosh John | Founder – John Real Estate | Editor-in-Chief – Thane Real Estate News Bank auction properties often appear as promising opportunities, offering potential buyers the chance to acquire properties at competitive prices. However, these opportunities come with strict rules and responsibilities. Under India’s SARFAESI Act, 2002, banks follow a defined legal process […]

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Buyer’s Guide (MahaRERA): How to Evaluate a New Project in Maharashtra

Buyer’s Guide (MahaRERA): How to Evaluate a New Project in Maharashtra

By Arosh John | Real Estate Consultant | Founder – John Real Estate Leading Real Estate Agent in Thane | Editor-in-Chief – Thane Real Estate News Introduction Buying a home is one of the most important financial decisions of your life. Yet, the process can feel overwhelming, especially with the flood of advertisements and promises

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Lodha Villa Royale (Thane) vs. Villa Royale & Imperio (Palava): Complete Buyer’s Guide 2025

Lodha Villa Royale (Thane) vs. Villa Royale & Imperio (Palava): Complete Buyer’s Guide 2025

By Arosh John, Chief Editor – Thane Real Estate News | John Real Estate(MahaRERA: A51700001835) Why This Comparison Matters Luxury villa living in MMR has entered a new chapter, with Lodha creating landmark villa enclaves in both Thane and Palava. These projects—Villa Royale (Thane), Villa Royale (Palava), and Villa Imperio (Palava)—redefine gated villa communities while

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Hidden costs in Indian home loans – processing fees, interest rates, insurance traps

How Banks Take Advantage of You with Home Loans: Hidden Costs, Valuation Bias, and Interest Rate Traps

Introduction For most homebuyers, a loan from the bank feels like a trusted lifeline. But the reality is different. Banks are not in the business of helping you own a home—they are in the business of making money. From hefty processing fees and biased valuations to unfair interest rate policies and forced insurance, many institutions

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MahaRERA Explained for Buyers: Protecting Your Investment in Thane & MMR

MahaRERA Explained for Buyers: Protecting Your Investment in Thane & MMR

For most families in Thane and across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), purchasing a home isn’t just another decision — it’s the single biggest financial commitment of their lives. With so many new launches and redevelopment projects in the market, it can be difficult to separate the genuine from the risky. That’s where MahaRERA —

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