Lakshmi M, Author at The NoBroker Times

Lakshmi is a content writer at NoBroker who writes guides on property law and on renting out homes and commercial spaces. She turns deeds, certificates and legal procedures into plain, simple steps based on the current acts and state rules.

Real Estate Legal Guide & Laws

The Complete Document Checklist For Buying a Property in India

Buying a flat in India often starts with paying a token amount or booking payment, but many buyers overlook the property document verification checklist at this early stage. In reality, this is the most critical point at which to check the documents, because once a booking is...

Updated on April 1, 2026

Real Estate Legal Guide & Laws

Understanding RERA: How to Verify a Project and Protect Yourself as a Homebuyer

Buying property in India often involves delays, a lack of transparency, and legal risks such as hidden charges and builder insolvency. These issues spurred calls for regulations, leading to the 2016 Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act. RERA introduced transparency, compliance rules, and buyer protections, requiring developers...

Updated on March 31, 2026

Real Estate Legal Guide & Laws

GST on Property Purchase in India: Under-Construction vs Ready-to-Move Explained

Navigating the financial landscape of real estate in India often leads to significant confusion regarding tax liabilities. One of the most discussed topics is the application of GST on Under-Construction Property. Since the introduction of the Goods and Services Tax, the way homebuyers calculate their total outflow...

Updated on March 23, 2026

Real Estate Legal Guide & Laws

Sale Deed in Maharashtra: Format, Stamp Duty & Registration Process in 2026

Property ownership in Maharashtra is not legally complete without a properly executed and registered document that proves the transaction. The sale deed of Maharashtra serves as this vital legal record, confirming the transfer of ownership from seller to buyer. It outlines all necessary details, including buyer-seller information,...

Updated on March 16, 2026

Real Estate Legal Guide & Laws

Property Lawyer Consultation Before Property Registration: What Lawyers Check and What Buyers Should Ask

Why Property Lawyer Consultation Is Important Before Property Registration The Indian real estate market involves various legal risks, ranging from fraudulent title deeds to undisclosed bank mortgages. A property lawyer consultation is essential because it provides a thorough...