Real Estate Legal Guide & Laws
GST on Commercial Property: Tax Rates, Rules and Exemptions in India 2026
GST on commercial property is charged on renting, leasing, or renting spaces like shops, offices and warehouses. The new GST rate is 18% on rent/lease and 12% on an under-construction property with input tax cre
March 16, 2026 by Priyanka Saha
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What Is IGR: Meaning, Full Form & Role in Property Registration in India
When people search “What is IGR?”, they usually come across the term Inspector General of Registration. IGR is the government authority responsible for managing property registration and maintaining official land and document records in India. It handles stamp duty collection, verifies ow
Written by Ananth
Published on November 26, 2025
What Is Notary Land In Hyderabad: Meaning, Legal Status, Validity & Safety
Many property buyers and investors often search for What Is Notary Land In Hyderabad, especially when they find plots available at unusually low prices. Notary land refers to property where ownership is transferred only through a notarized agreement of sale or a General Power of Attorney
Written by Krishnanunni H M
Published on November 24, 2025
The Deed of Release: Meaning, Types, Documentation, Stamp Duty & Registration Charges in India
A deed of release plays a vital role in ensuring smooth and dispute-free property transfers. Imagine peacefully settling ownership; this document allows it to happen. It draws attention for its simplicity yet immense legal power, allowing one party to give up all rights to another. By bui
Written by Siri Hegde K
Published on November 17, 2025
What are the current Stamp Duty and Property Registration Charges in Karnataka
Stamp duty in Karnataka is a government-levied tax that must be paid when a property is sold, gifted, or otherwise transferred, and is critical to ensuring the document is legally enforceable. In Karnataka, the stamp duty helps validate ownership and protects both buyer and seller under t
Written by Prakhar Sushant
Published on November 17, 2025
Settlement Deed: Meaning, Types, Deed Format and Document Required
Regarding properties such as land or buildings, the settlement deed's meaning shifts to a legal instrument in which parties work out their differences or conflicts. According to the legal standard, the settlement is the disposal of real estate – whether mobile or inanimate at the landlord
Written by Ananth
Published on November 17, 2025
Role of Property Lawyer: Duties, Responsibilities, and Legal Importance
The role of a property lawyer is to help individuals and businesses navigate the legal side of buying, selling, or transferring property. They handle documentation, verify property titles, draft agreements, and ensure every transaction follows the law. Property lawyers also help resolve d
Written by Simon Ghosh
Published on November 12, 2025
Role of Executor in Will: Duties, Responsibilities and Powers in India
The Role of Executor in Will is to make sure a person’s assets are managed and distributed as written in their Will after their death. The executor handles responsibilities such as settling debts, managing property, and ensuring beneficiaries receive their rightful share. Choosing a relia
Written by Kruthi
Published on November 12, 2025
Section 19 of the Transfer Of Property Act: Vested Rights and Property Ownership in India
The Transfer of Property Act, 1882, is a cornerstone of Indian law that governs the principles of transferring property from one living person to another. Within this Act, property rights can be transferred in various forms, either immediately or with effect from a future date. One of the
Written by Anda Warner
Published on November 11, 2025