RERA Explained: What Every Home Buyer Must Know

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RERA Explained: What Every Home Buyer Must Know
09 Jul 2026 JPL 1568 views Legal & Finance

The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 gives home buyers unprecedented protection. Key provisions:

  • Carpet area pricing — builders must sell on carpet area, not super built-up.
  • 70% escrow rule — project funds cannot be diverted to other projects.
  • Delay penalty — builders pay interest for delayed possession, same rate as they charge you.
  • Five-year defect liability — structural defects must be fixed free for 5 years.

Always verify the RERA number on your state portal before booking, and keep every receipt and communication in writing.

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