{"id":4718,"date":"2020-10-30T13:38:23","date_gmt":"2020-10-30T08:08:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aurobindorealty.com\/?p=4718"},"modified":"2026-03-26T04:08:18","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T04:08:18","slug":"things-to-consider-while-buying-a-residential-property","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aurorealty.com\/blog\/things-to-consider-while-buying-a-residential-property\/","title":{"rendered":"Things To Consider While Buying a Residential Property"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<label class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/label>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/aurorealty.com\/blog\/things-to-consider-while-buying-a-residential-property\/#What_should_be_considered_while_buying_a_residential_property\" >What should be considered while buying a residential property?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/aurorealty.com\/blog\/things-to-consider-while-buying-a-residential-property\/#Let_us_discuss_a_few_important_things_when_we_want_to_invest_in_buying_a_house_for_ourselves\" >Let us discuss a few important things when we want to invest in buying a house for ourselves:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/aurorealty.com\/blog\/things-to-consider-while-buying-a-residential-property\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<div id=\"bsf_rt_marker\"><\/div>\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_be_considered_while_buying_a_residential_property\"><\/span>What should be considered while buying a residential property?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p data-aeo-direct=\"1\"><strong>Everyone has a set of priorities and reasons for investing in residential projects.<\/strong> Buying a house is quite a complex procedure and takes a good amount of time. If you are one such potential buyer, you have to take judicious steps to ensure that you do not go off track. The features that you should consider in the residential properties should be beneficial to both you and your family members. While investing in commercial properties, has their own set of guidelines to be followed, you should keep in mind certain other things while going for residential investment.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Let_us_discuss_a_few_important_things_when_we_want_to_invest_in_buying_a_house_for_ourselves\"><\/span>Let us discuss a few important things when we want to invest in buying a house for ourselves:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>\u2022 <strong>Location of the property &#8211;<\/strong> The location of the house is of utmost importance. The buyers are interested in finding a location that is at close proximity to the places they visit. Would not you be interested in buying a property, which is close to the schools, hospitals and prominent market places? In this way, you can save a good amount of time and money, involved in an unnecessarily long commute. Here also, there are preferences. Some people avoid the hustle and bustle of the city, while others love the buzz.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 <strong>The area covered &#8211;<\/strong> The area is often a personal preference. The size of the project depends on the number of family members and the capacity to invest, mainly. In this regard, there are some others who prefer a particular sized complex, like an L-shaped project or corner plot. There are others who allot a certain portion of their house, for generating revenue, like giving it out on rent.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 <strong>Kitchen layout and the number of bathrooms &#8211;<\/strong> Many of you might have a special liking for the way the bathroom looks or what is the layout of the kitchen. The number of bathrooms also matters a lot. A family which has more members will need more than one bathroom. A kitchen is a place where people form culinary stories. Guests often gather at this place and share good food and good thoughts. Thus, the layout of the kitchen also matters a lot.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 <strong>Age of the house &#8211;<\/strong> If you are looking out for newly constructed projects; this might not be your topic of interest. But, if you are also interested in homes with a vintage feel or pre-owned houses with more space, you can go through a collection of all sorts. Irrespective of the age of the residential building, you can look for a project suiting your requirement. Just make sure that you do not land up buying a beyond repair property.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 <strong>Purchase price &#8211;<\/strong> The most important criteria are the price at which the house becomes yours. If you are looking for a house loan, you should determine the price, beforehand. Whether at all, you will be able to meet the down payment need or the monthly instalments, goes a long way in the type of project you choose. There is always more than the purchase price, so determine all costs.<\/p>\n<p>Commercial properties in Hyderabad, are also much in demand. If you are interested in investing in one of them, it is also a good decision to expand your portfolio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Official Resources &#038; References:<\/strong> For verified information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/rera.telangana.gov.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">RERA Telangana<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/hmda.gov.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">HMDA<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"background: #f8fafb; border: 1px solid #e0e7ee; border-radius: 8px; padding: 18px 22px; margin: 28px 0 0;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 10px; font-weight: 700; font-size: 15px; color: #0f3460;\">Authoritative Sources Referenced<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 14px; color: #444; line-height: 1.8;\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/rera.telangana.gov.in\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">RERA Telangana<\/a> \u2014 Project registration verification<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/registration.telangana.gov.in\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">IGRS Telangana<\/a> \u2014 Property registration &amp; stamp duty data<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/residex.nhbonline.org.in\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">NHB RESIDEX<\/a> \u2014 Housing price index<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/rbi.org.in\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Reserve Bank of India<\/a> \u2014 Home loan rates &amp; housing finance circulars<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hmda.telangana.gov.in\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">HMDA Telangana<\/a> \u2014 Layout approvals &amp; master plan<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"margin: 10px 0 0; font-size: 12px; color: #999;\">Data verified by the Auro Realty Team as of March 2026.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-4718-0\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What are the most important factors when buying a residential property?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Priority factors include location and connectivity to workplaces and schools, builder reputation and RERA registration, legal clearance of land title, construction quality and materials used, water and power supply reliability, resale potential and appreciation trends, and total cost including registration, GST, and maintenance charges.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-4718-1\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How do you verify a property title before buying?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Verify by obtaining the complete chain of title deeds for at least 13 years, checking the encumbrance certificate from the sub-registrar office, confirming no pending litigation through a legal search, verifying the property matches revenue records, and hiring a property lawyer to review all documentation before signing.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-4718-2\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What hidden costs should homebuyers be aware of?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Hidden costs include stamp duty and registration charges at 7-8% of property value, GST of 5% on under-construction properties, legal fees, loan processing charges, interior and modification costs, society formation and transfer fees, utility connection deposits, and ongoing maintenance charges that can increase annually.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What should be considered while buying a residential property? 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