Property guides

Practical, India-specific guidance on buying, renting and selling — what to check, what it costs, and what the law says in your state.

The eight documents to check — sale deed, EC, approved plan, tax receipts, RERA — and where to get each one.

Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Telangana, Gujarat and more — what each state allows and what to check before buying farmland.

Clauses every rental agreement needs, the 11-month convention, e-stamping and registration by state.

Approximate stamp duty and registration percentages for every major Indian state, and the concessions for women buyers.

What facing means, why east and north are preferred, and how much weight to give Vastu when buying.

Cost, freedom and paperwork compared for young professionals moving to a new city.