Homebuyer Rights

MahaRERA’s Arihant Aarohi Phase II Order Shows Why Delay-Interest Is Never One-Size-Fits-All

MahaRERA’s Arihant Aarohi Phase II Order Shows Why Delay-Interest Is Never One-Size-Fits-All

MahaRERA passed a split decision in Arihant Aarohi Phase II, Kalher (Thane)—granting delay-interest where a valid possession offer was not proved, and dismissing another delay claim where OC and documented possession steps weighed against relief.

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Booking Cancelled, Builder Says “Credit Note Only”: What MahaRERA Rules Typically Support

Booking Cancelled, Builder Says “Credit Note Only”: What MahaRERA Rules Typically Support

A buyer cancels a property booking before the Agreement for Sale is executed, but the builder insists on a credit note instead of a refund. This editorial explains how MahaRERA typically views booking-stage cancellations, forfeiture limits, and why buyers should be cautious before accepting credit notes.

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MahaRERA’s Latest Refund Order 5 Lessons for Mumbai–Thane Homebuyers and Developers

MahaRERA’s Latest Refund Order: 5 Lessons for Mumbai–Thane Homebuyers and Developers

MahaRERA’s latest refund order sends a clear signal: collect beyond 10% without an agreement, raise demands out of sequence, forfeit unfairly, or resell disputed inventory—and liability can escalate quickly. Here are five lessons Mumbai–Thane buyers and developers should apply immediately.

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Stuck with a Paper Victory? How to Turn Your MahaRERA Order into Actual Refunds

Stuck with a Paper Victory? How to Turn Your MahaRERA Order into Actual Refunds

MahaRERA Reviews, Appeals & Compensation Recovery Explained – From Rectification and Tribunal Appeals to SOP 51/2025 Enforcement By Arosh John – Founder, John Real Estate (MahaRERA Reg. No. A51700001835) & Editor-in-Chief, Thane Real Estate News (TREN)Thane–MMR | December 2025 Quick Summary I. Where It Starts: Complaint, Hearing and MahaRERA Order The MahaRERA grievance mechanism begins

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MahaRERA’s 5-Year Defect Liability Rule: What Homebuyers Must Know

MahaRERA’s 5-Year Defect Liability Rule: What Homebuyers Must Know

By Arosh JohnFounder – John Real Estate (MahaRERA Reg. No. A51700001835) | Editor-in-Chief – Thane Real Estate News (TREN)Thane–MMR | November 2025 When a new flat starts showing seepage, cracks or recurring service issues within a few years of possession, most buyers are unsure whether it is a society issue or the developer’s legal responsibility.

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MahaRERA Enforces 60-Day Deadline for Compensation Payments

MahaRERA Enforces 60-Day Deadline for Compensation Payments; Non-Payment to Trigger Asset Attachment and Recovery

By Arosh John | Founder – John Real Estate (MahaRERA Reg. No. A51700001835) | Editor-in-Chief – Thane Real Estate News (TREN)Thane–MMR | November 2025 A New Enforcement Framework Comes Into Effect MahaRERA has issued one of its strongest directives yet: developers must clear interest, penalty, or compensation dues within 60 days of an order.This framework—formalised

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