Investment & ROI
Under Construction vs Ready Property: Kaun Lena Chahiye
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Property broker se puchho toh woh apna project recommend karega. Yahan ek neutral comparison hai — under construction vs ready-to-move. Dono ke pros aur cons.
Under Construction — Advantages
- Lower price — typically 10-20% cheaper than ready
- Payment plan flexibility — staged payments
- New construction — fresh building, latest amenities
- Appreciation during construction period possible
Under Construction — Risks
- Delivery delay — 6 months to 2+ years delay is common
- Builder default risk (mitigated by RERA escrow)
- No rental income during construction
- Quality may differ from sample flat shown
Ready Property — Advantages
- Immediate possession and rental income
- See exactly what you're buying
- No construction risk
- Established society, maintenance history visible
Ready Property — Risks
- Higher price than UC equivalent
- May have older construction quality
- Less flexibility in payment
Decision Framework
Investor who needs rental income now: Ready property. Investor who can wait 2-3 years: Under construction for lower entry. Both: RERA is mandatory — under construction projects must have RERA registration with escrow account protection.
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