Home-buying in Mumbai is always a compromise, no matter how much money you
have (and especially if you don't have enough). The difference between your idyllic
home and those on offer may vary by far, so it is important to get the basics
correct before you invest large amounts of your money. It is possible to resolve
some issues afterwards, but you can't alter the location.
The obvious factor to location is convenience to
what you, and your family, do during the day or week. As you know most of the
localities of Mumbai are getting congested day by day, so when ever you buy
property in Mumbai, keep this point in consideration. You will already have
chosen an area because it might be convenient for commuting to work, school,
family or friends.
It would be beneficial to home buyers everywhere
if they select some of the most common home-buying questions, and explore them
in an article such as this.
So here are few most common questions when
buying a home:
How do I find out my price range?
Determining a price range should be one of your first steps when buying a home.
When you know how much you can comfortably afford each month, you'll save time
during the house hunting process by only visiting properties in Mumbai within
your price range.
Do I need a real estate agent?
Here's the short answer ... yes! If you are buying a first home, you should
have a real estate agent. Buying a home is one of the biggest financial
transactions you will ever make, so it's always wise to have professional help.
How do I research the asking price?
The first thing to realize here is that it's called an "asking price"
for a reason. The price set by the seller is never set in stone. It's what they
are asking for, and you are free to make a counter-offer is you see fit. Your
real estate agent will help you validate the asking price by looking at
comparable, recent sales in the area. This will tell you if the asking price is
reasonable or over-priced, based on current marketing conditions.
What happens at the real estate closing?
Basically, the real estate closing (also known as a "settlement") is
when property ownership transfers from seller to buyer. All remaining fees will
be paid as well, and these are known as closing costs. The seller gets their share
of the payment, and the deed is transferred to reflect the new owner.
Posted at 11:52 am by Daniel Marshel