TMR: RERA & homebuyers: A long road ahead!

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We all dream of owning a house one day and then often spend a lifetime earning and saving to make it come true. To put your entire hard-earned money into something uncertain is really scary. Several questions pop up in our minds when we decide on finally buying a home. Right from the location and setting of the residence, to the credibility of the developer. Top it with arrangements for capital, EMIs, thoughts of delays in the project, or worst-case scenario, it getting failed, and we have the perfect recipe for stress.

Until a few years ago, home-buying was riskier than today. Cases of developers leaving projects halfway, duping buyers and the lack of legislation in place were a common sight. This is when RERA came into the picture. 

What is RERA?

At its heart, the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016, (RERA) was passed by the Indian parliament to protect the interests of home buyers. Alongside, it brought a ray of hope for the real estate sector. It was established to address the problems of home buyers and regulate the real estate sector. The act makes RERA registration mandatory for every building that has more than 8 units or land under development measuring more than 500 sq.m. The code aims to create a favourable market and bring transparency in transactions between property sellers and buyers in the primary market.

Objectives of RERA

  • Maintain transparency in the process of the transaction, and bring down scams and fraud
  • Bring a standard PAN-India code for real estate
  • Bring a sense of responsibility for both buyers and sellers
  • To enhance confidence among investors and in turn the credibility of the real estate sector

Telangana State Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Rules, 2017

When the parliament passed RERA in 2016, it mandated every state and union territory to form its own regulating body and frame rules to govern the functioning of the sector in their region. Therefore, Telangana State brought the RERA rules into action in 2017. Known as the Telangana State Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Rules, 2017 these apply to all real estate projects, whose building permissions were approved by the authorities on or after January 1, 2017. Alongside, the TSRERA provides many services for home buyers, developers and real estate agents. With this, the authority aims to promote the ease of doing business in the state.

Rights of home buyers under RERA, 2016

The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016, lays down certain rights for home buyers. These include:

Right to obtain project information: Every buyer or allottee has the right to obtain information about the project in question, its sanctioned plans, layouts, RERA registration number and other specifications.

Right to know about project completion and schedules: Buyers and allottees have the right to know about the stage-wise project completion, and provisions by the developer for sanitation, electricity, and all other amenities mentioned in the terms and conditions of the agreement.

Right to claim possession: A buyer or allottee has the right to claim possession over the property and other amenities when the formalities are complete and remuneration paid. Along with this, they also have the right to claim their documents when handed possession of the property, including the layouts and plans for common areas.

Right to refund: If the developer fails to comply with the terms of the agreement or is unable to hand over possession in tune with the terms of the agreement, the buyer has the right to claim interest and compensation from the developer.

Impact of RERA

The implementation of RERA has had a positive impact on the real estate sector across the country. It has revived the confidence of home buyers and this field continues to thrive with investments even in the post-covid era. Cases of fraud and scams have witnessed a massive fall. With RERA in place, a developer cannot demand more than 10% of the total project cost as advance and application fees. This has saved buyers the stress of having to accumulate unfair amounts of capital in haste.  Developers also have to quote the exact carpet area in all agreements, which helps a buyer understand the exact area and expenses.

RERA, with its implementation, has boosted transparency in real estate and revived the sector. At TMR Infra, we believe in maintaining transparency in all our transactions. Our beliefs and quality have helped us build a community of thousands of happy customers in Hyderabad. Become a part of our 50-acre gated community, in the land of the future at Chegunta, just 30 minutes away from the Medchal highway. To know more about us and other projects, visit https://www.tmrinfra.com/

Tips to Examine Construction Quality

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Every monsoon brings us, news about collapsing roofs and walls that flood us with worries about the quality and longevity of our homes. As a home buyer, you wouldn’t buy a home that’s placed in an unsafe building. Also, as a developer, you never want to compromise on the quality of your constructions and the dwellings you build.

Hyderabad continues to witness a boom in the demand for plots and homes. There has been a rise in the number of residential as well as commercial spaces that are now dotting the city and its suburbs. The real estate sector in the city of the Nawabs has recorded a smart recovery despite the pandemic in the last year, with the real estate segment especially outperforming others.

As the demand for housing and apartments in the city grows, it becomes imperative to ensure that the dwellings are of standard quality to ensure everyone’s safety. Besides, investing in property involves a significant amount of money, and it is, therefore, the prerogative of also the buyers to seek and analyse every minute detail that goes into the construction of their homes.

Here are a few tips which would help both developers and buyers gauge the quality of construction.  

  1. Check soil quality:
        
    The strength of your foundation is determined by the quality of the soil it is built on.  Soil differs from region to region. Certain soil types do not support high-rise buildings, and if this isn’t assessed timely, the foundation can even collapse. The first step, therefore, is to check the characteristics of the ground soil on which the structure is built. 
    As buyers, don’t forget to demand a copy of the report and ensure that the foundation isn’t compromised. 

  2. Ensure that the design of structure is verified:
        
    The basic structural design of a building is a key aspect to consider while inspecting the quality of construction. The structure and accurate placement of walls, beams, columns, and roofs bring about the stability and strength of a building. They must be built to ensure maximum safety and rigidity to the building.
    As a layman, it would be difficult to understand all of this, which is why home buyers should not hesitate to take expert third-party opinions on this aspect.
  • Assess the concrete mix:

    This is one of the most important parameters to the quality of construction. Make sure that the concrete mix is of good quality. The strength of the concrete mix used for construction determines the load-bearing capacity of the building.  It is hence crucial to ensure that superior quality concrete is used in optimum ratio with sand for construction. Also, make sure the plaster is of standard thickness.
    When buying a home, buyers can quickly assess the quality of concrete used by driving a nail into the wall. Knock on the walls to get an idea of their hollowness and width.
  • Look out for Emergency exits, fire safety measures:

     Safety and security are extremely important. These are the driving factors for the safety of dwellers and should be taken care of.  Ensure that the emergency exits are easily accessible to all, robust fire safety measures are in place and aren’t compromised.  Further, make sure that the elevators have power (DG) backup, are well maintained and if the building is earthquake resistant.

Buyers should make sure all these measures are intact when buying a home. Ask for a copy of the license and maintenance of the elevator as taken by the developer. Also, look out for the elevator ratio in the residential project. 

  • Check for leakages, seepages and cracks:

Cracks in walls are a big no! Similarly, blocked drains, leakages through walls, and water seeping through the floor led to faster aging of your construction. They also highlight other problems with the construction that cannot be overlooked.
Buyers should look around the property for cracks, and check whether the bathrooms have any existing leakages before buying.

A number of problems with construction can be avoided solely through observation and quality checks. Following these tips would ensure you have a safe home for your family.


At TMR Group, we make sure that quality lies central to our projects. We undertake timely steps to ensure you have a home that is your safe haven. The Phase-I of the project at Chegunta is already sold out and stands witness to this fact. Become a part of 50 acres of a gated community at TMR Green Meadows, Phase-II and build a safe home for your family. To book your plot today, or know more about TMR and our project, visit www.tmrinfra.com/projects/ongoing/green-meadows/green-meadows-plots-in-chegunta-hyderabad.html

Need for real estate appraisal!

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An appraisal is necessary for every segment of businesses. It’s quite like an inspiration that boosts the performance with upgrades. Without appraisals, the performance would continue to be stagnant, substandard or below average. Productivity would take a hit and efficiency would go for a toss. As applicable as it sounds to employees in every industry, it is equally applicable to real estate markets too. This article talks about why the appraisal for the real estate markets is needed and how can one appraise their property.

Understanding Real Estate Appraisal

Firstly, it is important to understand the basic definition of real estate (or home) appraisal. It is an impartial expert opinion of the value of a home or a property and is used whenever a mortgage is involved in buying, refinancing, or selling that property. These kinds of appraisals are mostly used in purchase-and-sale transactions and can be commonly seen in most refinance transactions.

An appraisal in the purchase-and-sale transaction is used to ascertain the appropriateness of the home’s contract price in terms of the property condition, location, and features. When it comes to a refinance transaction, the lender is assured by the appraisal that the borrower gets money that’s appropriate to the home’s worth.

Agent vs. Appraiser

There might be a lot of us who think they are one and the same and they share the same job description, but they are indeed very different from one another.

A professional property appraiser is expected to act independently and unbiased from the buyers and sellers of the property involved in the transaction. An appraiser determines the market value of the property based on observations, relevant market facts & figures, and other information.

On the other hand, a real estate agent favours the seller (real estate developers, predominantly) to sell their properties at an incentivized rate. The incentives are further shared in the form of commission, sale value, and other variables.

Contents of an Appraisal Report

Now that we know what real estate appraisal is, and who is an appraiser, let’s take a look at what goes into making an appraisal report.

  1. A location map that shows the appraised property and comparable sales used
  2. A blueprint sketch of the exterior building
  3. A logical explanation of how the sq.ft was calculated
  4. Photographs or architectural renditions of the home’s frontier part, posterior, and surroundings
  5. Photographs of the property’s front exterior of each comparable property used
  6. Annexures including other relevant information such as market sales data, public land records, and public tax records, any data that the real estate appraiser would require to determine the property’s fair market value

At TMR Group, we believe that every project we deliver to our customers provides them with the potential for great returns. With the 50 acres of gated community at TMR Green Meadows, Chegunta, we have completely sold out our first phase. With Proposed Regional Ring Road just a few minutes away, TMR Green Meadows is now open for booking for its second phase. If you wish to know more about our project, please visit https://www.tmrinfra.com/projects/ongoing/green-meadows/green-meadows-plots-in-chegunta-hyderabad.html

Conveyance Deed, explained!

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While owning a property, there are a plethora of documents that need to be taken care of. It is the burden of such tedious documentation processes that irks most property buyers. Regardless of the time taken to process these documents, they are indeed crucial elements that make the entire experience of buying a property wholesome. This article would dwell deep into one such article that’s meant to be quite an important one – conveyance deed. We would understand all that we need to know about this property document.

Conveyance Deed 101

Understanding what Conveyance Deed is, the definition of the term states that it is a legal document between a person transferring the property and the one in whose name the property is being transferred. This deed indicates that the property’s title or ownership has been successfully transferred from one person to another.

A Conveyance Deed is indeed an essential document to ascertain that the property is free from any type of restrictions and/or disputes. In case of any disputes relating to the agreement, this document can prove to be handy in court, as it carries the official signatures of both parties. So, now that we know what a conveyance deed is, let’s turn the page and look at its contents.

Inside the Conveyance Deed

The contents of the deed are clear as day and they are as follows:

  • The deed contains all the details regarding the distinction and division of the property with actual demarcations of the concerned property
  • It has all the basic information related to both the parties such as name, age, addresses and other related details
  • Most importantly, the deed bears the signatures of both the parties involved
  • Following the signatures, the deed contains all the relevant terms and conditions related to the transfer of the property
  • The deed also entails the method by which the property would be delivered to the buyer (post, email, courier, etc.)
  • In the deed, the chain of title is registered in a clear-clear way
  • Another important aspect of the document is the sale deed which indicates the sale of any property
  • The deed also contains other applicable transfers of ownership rights, which are also clearly mentioned
  • Now that we know what goes into making the Conveyance Deed, let’s understand why it is so important.

Significance of Conveyance Deed

Though it is not talked about much in our daily conversations, the conveyance deed is quite a significant document that can save big bucks and lives in a way. This deed is legally documented proof that affirms the transfer of the ownership rights of the property to the buyer. A conveyance deed is a strong piece of evidence in case of disputes as it has all the terms and conditions clearly marked and stated. The deed holds a tough position when it comes to certifying that the concerned property is free from any dispute.

At TMR Group, our team of experts provides you with a hassle-free documentation service so that you do not have to go through the problem of tedious processes. With Phase-I already sold out at the 50 acres of a gated community at TMR Green Meadows, Phase-II bookings are open. You can book your plot today and we’ll ensure that the process is going to be really smooth. If you wish to know more about the project, please visit www.tmrinfra.com/projects/ongoing/green-meadows/green-meadows-plots-in-chegunta-hyderabad.html

Adding Real Estate to your Investment Portfolio

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Investment these days has become more like a game that kids play on their smartphones. The plethora of apps telling the audience that ‘this market is for everybody’ are really diluting the significance and the gravitas of investment as a concept. Investment is indeed meant for everyone, but the way we put it across to the right kind of audience is what attracts those who are really interested. This article emphasizes the importance of considering real estate as a source of investment in your portfolio apart from stock, bullions, mutual funds and other options.

Reaching the Higher Grounds at Hyderabad

Ever since the new state of Telangana has been formed, Hyderabad has put the real estate investment business on the global map. With the growing popularity of the Proposed Regional Ring Road which is one of the second-most expensive housing markets in India, Hyderabad is surely gearing up for some big leagues. The average price per sq.ft of housing projects in Hyderabad currently stands somewhere between INR 5,900 to 6,100; that’s approximately a 7% jump from the last quarter in 2021.

In a recent auction held by HMDA (Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority), they divided approximately 600 square yards, more than 150 square yards, and 300 square yards in order to make the plots affordable to the middle-class people. The auction took place in Bahadurpally, Thorrur, Narketpally (Nalgonda), Bhoothpur (Mahbubnagar), and Gadwal (Jogulamba-Gadwal), Kamareddy, Anthergaon (Peddapalli), Mavala (Adilabad) and Yalal (Vikarabad). Unfortunately, it didn’t attract the right audience because the 600 square yards earmarked for the construction of apartments and villas didn’t find any buyers, the reason being, that the location where the auction was held never had the ‘apartment’ culture.

This clearly shows that we need a lot of market research to do when it comes to using real estate as an option for investment. Here are a few reasons why you can and should consider real estate as an option in your investment portfolio.

Real estate investments are subject to market risks, and returns too!

It doesn’t matter where you invest, the risks and returns are presumably two sides of the same coin. Based on the market trends, varying construction material costs, and government policies related to real estate, they all impact real estate property. So, if you are investing in real estate, doing thorough research about the developers who’ve been doing great is crucial.

Rent, lease, resale – different names of profit!

Real estate is a great deal for those who understand its nuances. When you buy a property with the purpose to rent it or lease it, you are in for a treat. With the market conditions in today’s time, it is truly a great way to enjoy the highly appreciating value of the land because of the growing demand.

New Infrastructure Developments

Hyderabad hasn’t reached its full potential yet. The city is ever-evolving and ever-growing. Hyderabad’s real estate market is fully loaded with such positive developments. The Telangana government is doing its best to keep Hyderabad abuzz with the 168-km Outer Ring Road which allows easy access to the airport and the IT corridor from every corner of the city.

The first phase of the Hyderabad Metro is already open to the public that offers better connectivity to the airport and IT hubs. The rest of the phases are in full swing towards completion.

At TMR Group, the 50 acres of a gated community at Green Meadows, Chegunta is perfectly located close to the Proposed Regional Ring Road and on NH 44 & AH 43 so that you are never too far from progress. With the Phase-I of the project already sold out in record time, Green Meadows launches Phase II so that investors and buyers alike can make the most of the opportunity. If you wish to know more about the project, please visit hyderabadplots.tmrinfra.com