want to buy a commercial shop

Check the title of the property:The title of the property forms the foundation of any contract. According to the Indian Contract act, no seller can pass on to the purchaser a better title than what he already possesses. Therefore, the title of the seller must be clear and free from any encumbrance. Before you buy a property, verify the title of the seller. Apart from the other means of verification of title, under the Maharashtra Ownership Flats act, 1963 (MOFA), a promoter is obliged to produce a title certificate from his advocate and the same should be perused.

Check the original documents:Always inspect the original documents of the seller. For example, if the premises are in a society, share certificate and all the documents starting from the promoter ’s agreement should be seen in original. If the seller does not possess the originals, there might be chances that he has deposited them with someone against loan taken by him.

Place a public notice: A public notice may be placed in newspapers calling for claims in respect of the property being purchased. Claims can come even afterwards, public notice helps in proving that you purchased the property bona fide and in good faith.

Inspect the plans:If the building is under construction then inspect the plans to check whether they have been sanctioned by the concerned authority.

Payment of stamp duty:Always verify documents of title to check payment of stamp duty. If the ownership of property has changed hands more than once, examine all the documents for payment of stamp duty by the predecessors.

If the property belongs to a minor:In case where the property is owned by a minor, prior approval of the court is required to enable the minor’s father/natural guardian to sell the property. In the absence of such permission, the sale could be voidable at the option of the minor on attaining majority.

Sale by holder of power of attorney:If the sale documents are being executed by a person holding power of attorney on behalf of the owner, the said power of attorney should be scrutinised closely. The person must not only possess the power to sell property, the power of attorney should also be validly executed before the appropriate authority.

Check the minimum tenure of land if taken on lease:If the flat that is being purchased is in a building built on a land which is given on lease, lease rent would have to be paid for the land by the flat owners. If the lease is to expire shortly, it is possible that the lease rent may increase substantially. Hence, the terms of the lease must be verified before buying the flat.

Other precautions:

• Check the occupation certificate:Occupation certificate should be inspected to ensure that the building has been built legally, especially in case of new buildings.
• Check the carpet area:You can verify the carpet area by taking actual measurement of the property if the same is ready.
• Search for records: A search of the records at the sub-registrar’s office may be carried out for documents that may affect the property and may have been registered.
• NOC of the society: It is advisable to obtain a no dues certificate and no encumbrance certificate from the society (if the property is in the society) to ensure that all dues are paid and no mortgage is registered with the society in respect of the property being purchased.
• Society forms: In case the property is in a society, check that all the society forms are duly filled and signed.
• Documentation: Read all the documents carefully before signing them.

However, in your best interest it is advisable to seek a legal opinion from an advocate before you proceed.

Take a small mortgage loan from any of the reputed banks. They'll take care of all your legal apprehensions. Or else engage a suitable advocate.

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List Of Documents * Latest 7/12 * All entries metion in 7/12 * Plan Pass copy * N.A order * Last Sale Deed * related all doucumnets * Title clear certificate and Title Report of the property * Serch a last 30 years record of the revenue and Sub-Registrar Office.

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