Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions of your life. Before you pay a booking amount, a few minutes on the MahaRERA portal can protect you from delays, disputes and misleading promises.
Why MahaRERA Matters
The Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MahaRERA) was set up under the RERA Act, 2016 to bring transparency and accountability to the real estate sector. Eligible projects must be registered with MahaRERA before they are advertised or sold, and every registered project gets a unique registration number.
What to Verify Before You Buy
1. RERA Registration Number
Ask the developer or agent for the project’s MahaRERA number. Search it on the official MahaRERA website and confirm that the project name, location and promoter match what you were shown. A project without a valid number is a red flag.
2. Promoter Details
Check the developer’s name, past projects and any listed complaints or legal cases. A transparent track record says a lot about delivery and reliability.
3. Possession Date
Note the declared completion date on the portal. Compare it with what the sales team tells you. If the timelines differ, ask for it in writing.
4. Approved Plans and Layouts
Confirm that the sanctioned plan, number of towers, floors and units match the brochure. Approvals and commencement certificates should be available in the project documents.
5. Carpet Area and Pricing
Under RERA, property is sold on carpet area, not on vague terms like “super built-up”. Check that the carpet area in your agreement matches the project details.
6. Project Updates
Registered projects are expected to share regular progress updates. Review the latest update to see whether construction is moving as promised.
7. Agreement for Sale
Read the agreement carefully before signing. It should clearly mention carpet area, price, payment schedule, possession date and the project’s RERA number.
Quick Checklist
- Valid MahaRERA registration number
- Developer name and track record
- Declared possession date
- Approved plans and layouts
- Carpet area and price match the agreement
- Latest project progress update
- Agreement reviewed before payment
A Final Word
RERA registration is a strong first step, but it is not the only one. Always visit the site, compare the project with similar options and get the legal documents checked by a professional before you book.
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